More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
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When was El Prieto # 14 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 11, 2026. The result listed by County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality was “Grade A” (official score 97).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Mar 2, 2023 to Mar 11, 2026.
Has El Prieto # 14 ever been closed by the health department?
The records we hold show 2 closures, most recently on Jan 17, 2025.
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing; Garbage and refuse - properly disposed; Facilities maintained - clean surroundings
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 21, 2025 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Jan 17, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 22Pests
Official Wording
No rodents, insects, birds or animals
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 16, 2025
Closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
5 recorded violations
minorCode 31Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Non-food contact surfaces clean
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
No waste water discharge to the ground; Sewage system and components maintained
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Adequate ventilation / lighting - designated areas, use
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing; Garbage and refuse - properly disposed; Facilities maintained - clean surroundings
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foods
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing; Garbage and refuse - properly disposed; Facilities maintained - clean surroundings
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Plumbing - proper backflow devices / water tank design and accessibility
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.