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Tio Chilo's Grill Passes Health Inspection with Violations
September 25, 2025
11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Routine Inspection
7
Total Violations
2
Major
5
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Inspector found cooked pinto beans held at unsafe 46°F and voluntarily condemned them. Staff lacked knowledge of proper cooking temperatures and required training. Multiple food storage violations were corrected including raw meat stored over salsa, unlabeled containers, and personal medicine near food prep areas.
Violations Cited
7
#27
MAJOR
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
Why This Matters
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
What Was Observed
Observed several bags of raw meats stored on trays over containers of salsa.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#7
CORRECTED
MAJOR
PROPER HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Why This Matters
Temperature abuse causes 63% of foodborne outbreaks. Clostridium perfringens multiplies rapidly between 70-120°F. Listeria grows even at refrigeration temperatures.
What Was Observed
Measured one large tub of cooked pinto beans at 46F inside the walk-in unit. Operator stated that beans were cooked and cooled in a shallow pan a day prior to the inspection. COS- Operator VC&D beans.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113996, 114037
#1A
CORRECTED
MINOR
DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
What Was Observed
Upon questioning the cook, cook was unable to explain proper cooking temperatures for chicken or beef. COS - Employee was educated on the cooking temperatures.
#30
MINOR
FOOD STORAGE; FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows pest access and temperature abuse. Food on floor contacts contaminated water during cleaning. Expired foods cause illness.
What Was Observed
Observed several containers with out labels containing, flour, sugar, and other similar products.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114047, 114049
#33
MINOR
NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces harbor pests and serve as bacteria reservoirs. Accumulated grease and food debris attract cockroaches and rodents.
What Was Observed
Observed dust accumulation on the fan guards inside the walk-in unit.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114115, 114117
#35
MINOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
Observed the broken plastic lining inside the standing cold holding unit.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#35
MINOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
Observed the broken plastic lining inside the standing cold holding unit.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
Inspector Information
Received By
Elizabeth Vazquez