What is Mr. Bigotes Taqueria's health inspection score?

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria has a SafeDine safety score of 55 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Mr. Bigotes Taqueria last inspected?

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria was last inspected on June 25, 2021. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Mr. Bigotes Taqueria have?

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria has 34 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Mr. Bigotes Taqueria safe to eat at?

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria has a safety score of 55/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Mr. Bigotes Taqueria serve?

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Mr. Bigotes Taqueria

Name: Mr. Bigotes Taqueria
Address: 2200 W CLARENDON DR, Dallas, 75208
Rating: 55

2200 W CLARENDON DR, Dallas

Data may be outdated — inspected 6/25/2021

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Mexican•Oak Cliff

Ranked #229 of 400 in Oak CliffBetter than 84% of mexican restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Jun 25, 2021

low confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.7

Avg Violations

60 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-49

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-9 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-11 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-25 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+5 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 51/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (55/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2018

1 inspections

2 basic

Nov

May 2019

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Nov 2019

1 inspections

2 intermediate

6 basic

Nov

May 2020

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Nov 2020

1 inspections

2 intermediate

6 basic

Nov

Jun 2021

1 inspections

2 intermediate

5 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

6 Routine

Jun 21

Routine InspectionLatestScore: 87

2 Med5 Basic

7 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

DAL-3*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented−5
observed eggs stored above RTE food in reach in cooler. arrange properly to prevent cross contamination
DAL-4*18 Medicines stored in leakproof container−5
observed medicine stored above and next to food ingredients. store away from food and food utensil.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

DAL-1*30 Does Establishment have a current valid permit posted?−2
update name of owner and name of establishment with our department.
DAL-2*47 RFSM Certificate - Not Display−2
register food service manager certificate with City of Dallas.
DAL-5*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place−2
observed clean utensils stored on semi soiled wire shelves, observed light amount of grime/dust build up. clean shelves.
DAL-6*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.−2
observed container with flour not labeled with name of food. label container.
DAL-7*29 Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or o−2
establishment did not have test strips for sanitizer solution. provide.

Base deductions−20 pts

Nov 20

Routine InspectionScore: 87

2 Med6 Basic

8 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

DAL-1*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above−5
chicharon max temperature observed at 130.4F, papas at 129.4F. increase temperature of steam.
DAL-2*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.−5
chlorine sanitizer observed at 10PPM, change every 2-4 hours. COS.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-3*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment−2
MOST RECENT HEALTH REPORT IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
DAL-4*42 cleaning hermetically sealed containers of food or visible soil before opening−2
observed heavy grime build up on small clear storage containers, clean.
DAL-5*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place−2
observed clean utensils stored in soiled container, clean and sanitize container.
DAL-6*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts−2
observed soiled intake vents, clean.
DAL-7*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco−2
observed opened bottle water on working food contact surface.
DAL-8*30 Does Establishment have a current valid permit posted?−2
Name of establishment does not match name of owner on tax permit. update health permit.

Base deductions−22 pts

May 20

Routine InspectionScore: 89

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented−5
shelled eggs stored above produce, arrange properly.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-2*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F−2
containers of food in reach in cooler missing date mark. salsa cups, cheese cake, and flan missing date marks. Date mark food that has been removed from original packaging.
DAL-3*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts−2
dust on exhaust vents.
DAL-4*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty−2
clean underneath equipment.
DAL-5*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment−2
DAL-6*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place−2
plastic matt on shelves has collected heavy grime, clean.
DAL-7*25 Controlling pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to elim−2
pest control records not able to be produced. must have on site

Base deductions−17 pts

Nov 19

Routine InspectionScore: 86

2 Med6 Basic

8 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

DAL-3*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented−5
bell peppers on raw marinated meat in reach in cooler. Destroy or fully cook bell peppers.
DAL-7*18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils−5
cough medicine stored above utensils. store away from equipment.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-1*26 Allergen Labeling−2
Provide Food allergy warning for shellfish and fish to menu.
DAL-2*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site−2
Employee working in kitchen could not produce Texas Food Handler card. Provide within 72 hours.
DAL-4*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty−2
grime underneath shelves and equipment.
DAL-5*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment−2
MOST RECENT HEALTH REPORT IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
DAL-6*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts−2
heavy dust on exhaust vents, clean.
DAL-8*45 Location of lockers−2
jackets store on food shelf, touching clean utensils. store cloths in way that is does not contaminate utensils , and food products.

Base deductions−22 pts

May 19

Routine InspectionScore: 96

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*10 After being cleaned, food-contact surfaces shall be sanitized in a contact time of at least 7 se−5
cooler units dirty with stagnant water and condensation clean and sanitize during operational hours or when contamination occurs to avoid cross contamination

Basic (1)

−2 pts

DAL-2*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.−2
gaskets at cooler units broken must be replace or repair to proper conditions

Base deductions−7 pts

Nov 18

Routine InspectionScore: 97

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

DAL-1*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F−2
DAL-2*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts−2

Base deductions−4 pts

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Data source: Dallas DEH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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