Restaurante 8A
2648 Santa Fe Drive, Pueblo CO 81006 · Food
Score History
Lower scores are better. Score bands: 0–49 Pass, 50–109 Re-Inspection Required, 110+ Closed.
Inspection History
2026-05-06 — Score 14 Pass 6 violation(s)
None — 2: 2-102.12(A) The person-in-charge was not a Certified Food Protection Manager. Person in charge is still practicing for the next Certified Food Certificate Protection Manager test.
2-401.11 — Employee beverages did not meet the requirements in the code.
Corrective action: Observed employee cup on food prep table with no lid and straw. Person in charge was informed and cup was removed from food areas.
None — 33: 3-501.15(A) Unapproved cooling methods were used. Observed rice in refrigerator cooling in a thick pot. Rice was moved to a shallow pan to continue cooling process. Cooling guidance was also provided to person in charge.
3-304.12 — In-use utensils were improperly stored (without the handle above the top of the food, not on a clean surface, not in running water, or not in water of at least 135°F).
Corrective action: Observed utensil handles submerged in container of beans and tortilla chips. Discussed with the person in charge about ensuring that the handles do not come into contact with the food items
None — 51: 5-205.15(B) The plumbing system was not maintained in good repair. Observed faucet at the 3 compartment sink has a small drip leak. Person in charge was informed faucet shall be repaired.
6-501.12 — Physical facilities were not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Corrective action: Observed build up of food debris in the freezer and grease build up on the hood. Discussed cleaning frequencies with person in charge and was informed the hood is scheduled to be cleaned Tuesday.
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved October 10, 2026.
2026-04-23 — Score 63 Re-Inspection Required 11 violation(s)
2-103.11 — (A)-(O), and (Q) The person-in-charge did not perform their duties as required by the code, leading to violations in additional areas.
Corrective action: Observed multiple priority violations throughout the facility.
None — 2: 2-102.12(A) The person-in-charge was not a Certified Food Protection Manager. Person in charge did not hold a current Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge has recently taken the exam and had not passed, but is currently studying and is planning to retake it soon.
2-301.14 — Employees were observed failing to wash their hands when required by the code.
Corrective action: Observed employee failing to wash hands after washing utensils then returned back to cooking with the same gloves on. Hands were washed after being informed by the inspector regarding the proper times to wash hands.
None — 15: 3-302.11(A)(1)-(2) Raw animal foods were not separated from ready-to-eat foods during storage, or preparation, to prevent cross-contamination. 1) Observed raw eggs next to pre-cooked ready-to-eat sausage on the bottom shelf of the fridge next to the prep station. 2) Observed ready-to-eat salsa next to raw beef in the refrigerator next to the dry storage. Discussed with the person in charge about keeping ready-to-eat foods separated on the proper shelving in these cold holding units. Moved the ready-to-eat sausage on the shelf above the eggs, and moved the ready-to-eat salsa into the second half of the fridge.
None — 16: 4-501.114(A)-(E),(F)(1)-(2) Chlorine sanitizing solution intended to sanitize food contact surface(s) did not have a concentration between 50-200 ppm along with the corresponding pH and temperature. Observed one sanitizing bucket with a concentration reading at 0 ppm. Discussed with the person in charge about the need to maintain concentration and they remade the sanitizing solution to around 100 ppm.
3-501.14 — Foods were not cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours or from 135°F to 41°F within 6 hours.
Corrective action: Observed three large bags of chicken chili mix holding around 46-50°F in the fridge located in the dry holding area for more than 24 hours. Discussed with the person in charge about needing to reach 41°F within six hours of making the food and using the thermometer to check the temperature as its cooling. All three bags were discarded during the inspection. See voluntary condemnation.
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 a container of cooked beans and a container of cooked potatoes that were made the day before and cold holding in the fridge next to the dry area without a date marking. Discussed with the person in charge about the need for proper date marking on foods that will be held for more than 24 hours, and labels were added to the containers listed above.
6-501.112 — Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents or other pests were not removed from the establishment often enough to prevent accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
Corrective action: Observed dead roaches throughout the facility. Person in charge was informed to remove the dead bugs more frequently. Pests were present in the establishment. Observed live roaches throughout the kitchen and primarily in and on the dry storage rack. Food was removed from dry storage rack and the rack was removed from the kitchen.
3-304.12 — In-use utensils were improperly stored (without the handle above the top of the food, not on a clean surface, not in running water, or not in water of at least 135°F).
Corrective action: Observed submerged bowls in the working containers of ice, sugar, and rice. Inadequate utensils were replaced with ones that have handles that will stay out of the container. Discussed with the person in charge about ensuring that the handles do not come into contact with the food items.
6-501.12 — Physical facilities were not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Corrective action: Observed 1) excessive grease build up on the floor between the fryer and stove. 2) Grease build up dripping from the hood vent. 3) Food debris and dead roaches built up on the floor throughout the kitchen, attracting pests. Discussed cleaning frequency with person in charge.
6-403.11 — Personal belongings were stored in an unapproved area.
Corrective action: Observed several personal belongings scattered throughout the kitchen.
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved October 10, 2026.
2025-11-13 — Score 22 Pass Violation details not available
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Source: PDPHE, retrieved October 10, 2026.