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Cafe Dino

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Friday, September 17, 2010 at 2:48 PM

Address
2 OLIVER ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 3 critical
Facility History
8 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16(A)

Cold Holding

Mortadella at 57F in open air prep refridge.Turkey at 55F and cheese at 48F both in same unit.Buffalo mozzerella cheese at 50F in open air refridge.Provide all cold holding at 41F and below at all times.Sausage holding at 70F for approx.1.5 hrs(according to owner-product discarded by owner).Discontinue practice and hold properly.

Why This Matters

THE DANGER ZONE KILLS: Between 41°F-135°F bacteria double every 20 minutes. At 70°F, 10 bacteria become 10,000 in 2 hours, 10 million in 4 hours. Staphylococcus aureus produces heat-stable toxins that cooking cannot destroy. Clostridium perfringens causes 1 million illnesses yearly from temperature abuse. Listeria grows even under refrigeration, killing 20% of victims including pregnant women and newborns.

Code Requirements

ALL TCS foods MUST be held at 41°F or below at ALL times. This includes: All meat, poultry, seafood; Dairy products; Cut melons, tomatoes, leafy greens; Cooked rice, pasta, potatoes; Tofu, soy products; Sprouts; Garlic in oil. Check temperatures every 2 hours (4 hours maximum). If above 41°F for less than 2 hours, rapidly cool. If above 41°F for 2-4 hours, use immediately. If above 41°F for over 4 hours, DISCARD.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Check ALL refrigerated foods NOW; Discard any food above 41°F for >4 hours; Rapidly cool foods 41-70°F if <4 hours; Repair/adjust all refrigeration immediately; Reduce inventory to prevent overstocking; Install thermometers in warmest part of all coolers; Implement 2-hour temperature checks; Create power outage procedure

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(D) | FDA Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-203.11

Number Convenient

No handsink in rear prep areas.Only one handsink and its located next to front grill.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 31.5.203
⚠️ CRITICAL M-3-603.11

Consumer Advisories

New menu board doesn't have full advisory info. on it.Reviewed with owner.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

• MINOR 08-3-302.15
✓ Corrected

Washing fruits and veg's.

No vegetable prep sink provided.Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.302
• MINOR 13-2-304/402.11

Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

Food service employees observed without hair restraints.Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 13.2.304
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

No test kit for chlorine sanitizer.Owner testing sanitizer with a quat test kit.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 17.4.302
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Handsink at front service line not labeled properly.Restroom handsinks not labeled.Provide.(Womens restroom also needs a covered waste receptacle).

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 42-5-203.13
✓ Corrected

Mop Sink not Provided

Noi mop sink provided.Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 42.5.203
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department