Mestizo Taqueria
6 - 1327 1 Street SW Calgary AB T2R 0W3 · Food - General
8 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- There was no hot water available at the hand wash sink.Repair the hand wash sink to restore the hot water.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- There was no hot water available at the hand wash sink.Repair the hand wash sink to restore the hot water.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Ventilation canopy baffle filters had grease accumulation.Clean ventilation canopy baffle filters and ensure they are cleaned on a regular basis.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Raw meat was being thawed in stagnant water. Raw meat must be thawed using safe and approved methods to reduce the risk of pathogen growth and foodborne illness. Approved thawing methods:- In the cooler- Under cold running water- As part of the cooking process- In a microwave *must be used immediately after thawing. Running cold water was turned on at the time of the inspection.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Food debris was observed under food equipment. A high level of cleanliness must be mainatined to help prevent future pest activity.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
5 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The deep fryer still contained cooking oil since the closure order was issued.Discard cooking oil especially after pest control fumigation.
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- November 28, 2025 Evidence of a cockroach infestation was observed in the stall. Multiple German cockroaches were observed on monitoring glue boards throughout the stall. Please work with the professional pest control company to abate the pest issue.December 10, 2025Cockroach feces were found on the tiled wall behind the upright cooler and in the corner of the two-compartment sink.Clean the wall.
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- November 28, 2025 The basement shared food storage area with wire mesh storage lockers had a significant cockroach infestation. German cockroaches were observed on monitoring glue boards as well as free from traps crawling along the floor.Please work with the professional pest control company to abate the pest issue.December 10, 2025One adult and two nymph cockroaches were captured on glue boards in the basement storage area. This area also had over 10 dead nymph cockroaches on the floor.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- November 28, 2025A leak was observed under the two-compartment dishwashing sink resulting in water pooling. Please repair the leak.December 10, 2025This will be followed up at the next inspection.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- November 28, 2025 The general sanitation of the stall was poor. A buildup of food debris and grime was observed along the hard-to-reach areas such as floors under and behind equipment, especially the cook line. Please deep clean the facility.December 10, 2025There was a heavy accumulation of grease on the deep fryer. Debris was observed on shelving units under the countertop, ventilation hood, flat grill and in coolers including gaskets. Clean all surfaces thoroughly.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- The basement shared food storage area with wire mesh storage lockers had a significant cockroach infestation. German cockroaches were observed on monitoring glue boards as well as free from traps crawling along the floor.Please work with the professional pest control company to abate the pest issue.
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- Evidence of a cockroach infestation was observed in the stall. Multiple German cockroaches were observed on monitoring glue boards throughout the stall. Please work with the professional pest control company to abate the pest issue.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- A leak was observed under the two-compartment dishwashing sink resulting in water pooling. Please repair the leak.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The general sanitation of the stall was poor. A buildup of food debris and grime was observed along the hard-to-reach areas such as floors under and behind equipment, especially the cook line. Please deep clean the facility.
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- Initial Inspection
0 infractions