LAS COLUMNAS RESTAURANT
1657 NW 79 AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.2/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/3/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area **Time Extended**
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. **Time Extended**
- 32-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: **Time Extended**
- 36-24-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed behind three sink. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Time Extended**
- 14-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed under steam table. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. **Time Extended**
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Time Extended**
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-03: Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/3/2025 revealed 13 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 1/31/2025
High Priority
9
Intermediate
6
Basic
14
Total
29
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles of all coolers and microwave in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed absorbent tiles in kitchen area. **Warning**
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on tiles in kitchen. **Warning**
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents soiled in kitchen. **Warning**
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no cover in women's restroom. **Warning**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of soda on floor of bar area. Observed oil on floor outside of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind three sink. **Warning**
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezer and reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning**
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled. **Warning**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel and soap dispenser in kitchen area. Observed gaskets of all coolers in kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back office, observed freezer in dry storage soiled. Observed interior of reach in cooler in kitchen soiled. Observed all shelves in reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 14-20-4:Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under steam table. **Warning**
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 4lb 14 Oz can of oyster sauce; Kum Chun, with dent. **Warning**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed frozen pork in to go plastic bags. Cook wrapped them in food grade plastic during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed bug spray in back of kitchen on shelf with pancake mix, seran wrap Nd paper towels. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above cheese. Cook corrected order on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef. Cook corrected order on site. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen raw chicken on top of pork and beef. Cook moved for proper stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind sandwich station. **Warning**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection. **Warning**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler not working at all, completely off. The following TCS foods stored inside: mash potato (61F - Cold Holding); rice (61F - Cold Holding); yucca (61F - Cold Holding). As per cook, the foods have been in cooler since prior day of inspection. **Warning**
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at coffee bar in pastry warmer: croquettes (90F - Hot Holding); guava and cheese tequeno (126F - Hot Holding). As per operator, food has been there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator turned heat up on warmer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 53A-10-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef unable to calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with chef and owner. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelf where dishes are kept above three sink. Observed meat slicer soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves where dry food is stored in back of kitchen. Observed rusted shelves where plates are at kitchen entrance. Observed under steam table where sheet trays are kept. **Warning**
- 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels. **Warning**
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing for all employee training. Velio, Lizandra, Mirna. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/31/2025 revealed 29 total violations (9 high priority, 6 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 10/2/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
16
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler handles soiled, located at preparation area.
- 13-02-4:Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of cooking oil stored on the floor by the walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors reach in cooler interior soiled, located at preparation area.
- 21-10-4:Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in standing water inside three compartments sink. Employee removed item and placed it in the walk in cooler.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. On top reach in freezer.
- 41-05-4:High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. By the walk in freezer. Employee removed it. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over raisins stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish stored inside the 2 doors reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
- 03A-20-4:High Priority - Shell eggs received in a unit not maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shelled eggs stored at ambient temperature next to preparation area. Operator moved the eggs to the refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in the three compartments sink.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled, located at cooking line.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 revealed 16 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).