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Anna's Taqueria

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 3:29 PM

Address
242 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
63 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Change operation of the gyro unit to use only a smaller stack of product on spit at one time no more than 4 inches in diameter. Operate gyro for shorter time period 2-3 hours at longest.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Live baby cockroaches present in area clean area thoroughly and continue pest control to eliminate problem. Pest control specific to cockroaches occured today 9-9-2010 at 5:00 am by EHS

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

deficiencies were noted on last cleaning provide paperwork to reveal any deficiencies and plan for correction. Establish date of next service.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department