Food Service Inspections

Facility: ESPINOZAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Violations for last two inspections (if any), click on each violation for a description on how that violation impacts public health:

Inspection Date: 7/22/2025
Total Score:88

Critical Violations

4 points: COLD AND HOT STORAGE EQUIPMENT

Cold holding unit in the facility being used for cold holding temp of 41 degrees F was not functioning adequately. Food products removed at this time placed out of operation.

Non-Critical Violations

2 points: CONTAMINATION FROM WIPING CLOTHS

Wiping cloths noted not stored in adequate sanitizing solution. To be changed out routinely.

1 points: TOILET FACILITIES

Adequate ventilation noted not present in restrooms not working. Covered waste recetacles needed in ladies restroom stalls.

1 points: FLOORS WALLS CEILINGS

Floor wall and ceiling areas need cleaning and repairs.

1 points: NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - DESIGN

Shelving inside walkin cooler noted not in good repair rusting.

1 points: REFUSE STORAGE

Exterior garbage container noted not covered with tight fitting lids. ( lids are up )

1 points: PREMISES

Articles not necessary for the operation of the food service facility were noted stored on outside premises.

1 points: LIGHTING

Inadequate lighting was noted in the ware-washing area. One light fixture not working.

Inspection Date: 3/18/2025
Total Score:96

1 points: PREMISES

Remove all old appliances and equipment from the premises.

1 points: FLOORS WALLS CEILINGS

Floors walls and baseboards in the food prep area noted not smooth easily cleanable.

1 points: FLOORS WALLS CEILINGS

Ceiling tiles in the kitchen noted in need of cleaning.

1 points: VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM

No vent covers on outside duct outlets in the kitchen

1 points: NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - DESIGN

Chairs and booth seats in dining room noted not in good repair.

No Violations

Approved for opening

City of Sioux Falls, SD

Health Department

Facility: ESPINOZAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT