Espinozas Mexican Restaurant
Restaurant · 1200 S MINNESOTA AVE
Food Service · License 5150-1
86 Inspected Jul 22, 2026
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FLOORS WALLS CEILINGS
Floor walls and ceiling areas in establishment noted in need of cleaning and repairs. Thick ice noted covering floor inside walkin freezer needs repair.
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REFUSE STORAGE
Exterior garbage containers noted not covered with tight fitting lids. (lids are up) Pile of branches by garbage containers need removal.
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NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN
Shelving noted in need of cleaning.
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FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN
Reachin cooler interiors need cleaning.
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FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - DESIGN
Reachin cooler interiors noted in need of repairs.
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TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES
Reachin cooler interiors noted with no thermometer.
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HANDWASHING LAVATORIES AND SUPPLIES Critical
Chair noted directly in front of handsink in prep area -removed at this time. Handsink only to be used to wash hands items noted in sink also in need of cleaning. Disposable towels noted not provided in restrooms.
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TOILET FACILITIES
Adequate ventilation noted not present in restrooms ceiling fans not working. A covered waste receptacle noted not present on ladies restroom.
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VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM
Hood filters noted not properly in place.
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LIGHTING
Inadequate lighting was noted in ware-washing area.
Visited Mar 24, 2026
This visit is not one of the two scored inspections. The record has no score for this visit.
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PERSON IN CHARGE Critical
The person during the course of the inspection did not possess a Certified Manager's Certificate within the appropriate time.
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SANITIZATION OF EQUIP. AND UTENSILS Critical
Inadequate sanitizing with chlorine was noted in the three compartment sink.