EL MESON DEL PARAISO RESTAURANT
12820 SW 120 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection on 3/17/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dry storage area. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board next to three compartment sink in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed grooved cutting board next to three compartment sink in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed handles to reach in cooler and reach in freezer in kitchen area missing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed handles to reach in cooler and reach in freezer in kitchen area missing. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under dishwashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed standing water under dishwashing machine. **Time Extended**
- 10-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 81F on table next to cook line in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed utensils stored in standing water 81F on table next to cook line in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed interior of microwave soiled. **Time Extended**
- 16-20-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled on storage rack next to fryer in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled on storage rack next to fryer in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/17/2025 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 3/14/2025
High Priority
10
Intermediate
4
Basic
11
Total
25
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishwashing machine soiled **Warning**
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dry storage area. **Warning**
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board next to three compartment sink in kitchen area. **Warning**
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed handles to reach in cooler and reach in freezer in kitchen area missing. **Warning**
- 24-15-4:Basic - Equipment located in an area not protected from overhead leakage of pipes, drains and other sources. Observed clean utensils exposed to splash from handwashing sink next to coffee machine at front counter. **Warning**
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under dishwashing machine. **Warning**
- 08B-19-4:Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed employee personal beverage cup stored in container of shredded lettuce at top reach in cooler on prep table across from cook line in kitchen area. Operator removed cup and discarded shredded lettuce. Also observed employee drop utensil retrieve it from the floor and continue to prepare ceviche without washing and sanitizing utensil. Inspector coach employee on proper sanitation procedures and employee placed utensil in three compartment sink to be washed and sanitized. Operator segregated ceviche to be discarded. **Warning**
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer at front counter behind register. **Warning**
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. **Warning**
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 81F on table next to cook line in kitchen area. **Warning**
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. **Warning**
- 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Beef soup (61F - Cooling ); chicken soup (48F - Cooling ) in walk in cooler. As per operator since yesterday 3/13. **Warning**
- 01B-36-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Beef soup (61F - Cooling ); chicken soup (48F - Cooling ) in walk in cooler. As per operator since yesterday 3/13. **Warning**
- 12A-20-4:High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands without using soap and begin engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
- 16-20-4:High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments. **Warning**
- 01A-05-4:High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed alfajores at front counter next to register from unapproved source with no invoice provided. **Warning**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in non food grade bag at front counter behind register. Operator put bread in food-grade bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed employee personal beverage cup stored in container of shredded lettuce at top reach in cooler on prep table across from cook line in kitchen area. Operator removed cup and discarded shredded lettuce. Observed employee drop utensil retrieve it from the floor and continue to prepare raw fish for ceviche without washing and sanitizing utensil. Inspector coach employee on proper sanitation procedures and employee placed utensil in three compartment sink to be washed and sanitized. Operator segregated raw fish to be discarded. **Warning**
- 01B-04-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed alfajores at front counter next to register from unapproved source with no invoice provided. **Warning**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Also observed flan (59F - Cold Holding); natilla (60F - Cold Holding); egg white cake (60F - Cold Holding) in standing reach next to coffee station. As per operator since yesterday 03/13. **Warning**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fish stock (62F - Cold Holding); chicken stock (63F - Cold Holding) on prep table bottom shelf across from cook line. As per operator for 1 hour. Also Observed flan (59F - Cold Holding); natilla (60F - Cold Holding); egg white cake (60F - Cold Holding) in standing reach next to coffee station. As per operator since yesterday 03/13. Also observed ceviche base (45F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); beef heart (46F - Cold Holding); chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. As per operator for two hours. **Warning**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and food remnants in hand washing sink across from cook line in kitchen area. **Warning**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed all ceviches on the menu not identifying which items contain raw fish. Operator marked menu during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink across from cook line in kitchen area. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled on storage rack next to fryer in kitchen area. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/14/2025 revealed 25 total violations (10 high priority, 4 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 8/26/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
5
Total
7
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
- 10-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 101F next to grill. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed utensils in standing water at 125°F, **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked sweet potatoes not covered at reach in cooler preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed cooked sweet potatoes not covered at reach in cooler preparation area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
- 36-30-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall of unsealed wood at the entrance of the kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed wall of unsealed wood at the entrance of the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several products inside of thank you bags at walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed several products inside of thank you bags at walk in freezer. **Time Extended**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed deserts not properly date marked at reach in cooler dining area. As per operator was made it more than 24 hours ago. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: Observed deserts not properly date marked at reach in cooler dining area. As per operator was made it three days ago. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/26/2024 revealed 7 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 8/23/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
19
Inspection Details:
- 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 the reach in cooler three doors at 60°F. Observed chicken soup (48 F - Cold Holding); Pasta (49 F - Cold Holding); fish broth (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken broth (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked scrambled eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler located in front of stove and grill. As per operator since yesterday. Operator segregates the products to be discarded. **Warning**
- 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw salmon bearing the label inside of reduced oxygen packages at reach in cooler ceviche station. Operator removed the product from the vacuum packages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at walk in freezer. **Warning**
- 08B-36-4:Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed mashed potatoes stored next to hand wash sink exposed to splash at preparation area. Operator moved the mashed potatoes to the shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door. **Warning**
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 101°F next to grill. **Warning**
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues preparation area. **Warning**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked sweet potatoes not covered at reach in cooler preparation area. **Warning**
- 36-30-4:Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall of unsealed wood at the entrance of the kitchen area. **Warning**
- 09-01-4:High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed an employee cut avocado with bare hands and serving to a dish. Operator was informed that ready to eat food cannot be touched with bare hands. Operator washed hands and put gloves on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several products inside of thank you bags at walk in freezer. **Warning**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over fish and chicken broth at reach in cooler preparation area. Operator moved the raw beef to the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **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 over raw shell eggs at walk in cooler. Operator was informed that the products need to be reorganized. **Warning**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken soup (48 F - Cold Holding); Pasta (49 F - Cold Holding); fish broth (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken broth (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked scrambled eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler located in front of stove and grill. As per operator since yesterday. Operator segregates the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken soup (48 F - Cold Holding); Pasta (49 F - Cold Holding); fish broth (52 F - Cold Holding); chicken broth (52 F - Cold Holding); cooked scrambled eggs (62 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (51 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler located in front of stove and grill. As per operator since yesterday. Operator segregates the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by garage can at kitchen area. **Warning**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche on the menu not identified which items contain raw fish. **Warning**
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed deserts not properly date marked at reach in cooler dining area. As per operator was made it more than 24 hours ago. **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/23/2024 revealed 19 total violations (6 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).