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Rita's Mexican Food

302 N Grand Ave, Pueblo CO 81003 · Food

Score History

2025-12-22: score 372026-09-03: score 17

Lower scores are better. Score bands: 0–49 Pass, 50–109 Re-Inspection Required, 110+ Closed.

Inspection History

2026-09-03 — Score 17 Pass 3 violation(s)
3-403.11 — Previously cooked and cooled foods were reheated to less than 165°F before hot holding.
Corrective action: Observed previously cooked shredded chicken holding at 122°F in the warmer for less than 2 hours. Chicken was heated to 165°F on the stove.
3-501.17 — Refrigerated, ready-to-eat food(s) that require time or temperature control for safety and is held for more than 24 hours was not properly date marked.
Corrective action: Observed opened gallon of milk with no date. Item was dated with a marker for 7 days after opening.
4-601.11 — (B), and (C) Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment were not cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent the accumulation of soil residues.
Corrective action: Observed buildup food debris on walls throughout kitchen and on equipment on the hotline. Spoke to person in charge about implementing a deep cleaning schedule where equipment is moved and all surfaces are cleaned.
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved September 27, 2026.

2025-12-22 — Score 37 Pass Violation details not available
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved September 27, 2026.