El Molinito, 10180 N. Oracle Road - photo from Google earth

In August

History: Since 2014, has received only β€œgood” and β€œexcellent” ratings. This was its first fail. (Another Molinito location also failed an inspection in August; see above.)

What the inspector saw: Five priority violations on Aug. 16, including improper dishwashing and food handling practices, a hand sink with no soap, and food stored at unsafe temperatures.

Follow-up: Passed an Aug. 26 reinspection.

Response: General manager Wayne Hallquist said all the issues have been resolved.


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