Cafe La Paz
FAILThursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Violations Cited
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Location has no irreversible thermometer for high temperature warewashing machine. Provide.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Hand sink directly next to prep sink is allowing cross contamination. Provide a splash guard. At the waffle machines there is no sneeze guard to prevent contamination from customers at the counter area; provide. At any areas exposed to possible customer contamination provide a sneeze guard.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (C)
There is no drain board or rack to hold soiled wares at the three compartment sink. Provide a way to hold and store soiled wares to be cleaned at the warewashing area.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Service Sink (C)
Mop sink is not enclosed. Provide enclosed mop sink to prevent contamination.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
In the food prep area food dispensing area and the warewashing area the ceiling is not cleanable and has exposed HVAC ducts or built to be enclosed as per the approved plan reivew. Provide an enclosed ceiling that is cleanable.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-201.17-C
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Ceiling panels missing above three compartment sink with exposed fiberglass visible above three compatment sink. Enclose ceiling area of missing tiles to prevent contamination.
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
590.006/6-501.110-C
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)
Per approved plan review provide lockers for employee possessions and clothing so that they are not stored in the food prep food dispensing or warewashing area to prevent contamination.
Why This Matters
EXTREME CONTAMINATION RISK: Shoes carry 421,000+ bacteria including E. coli (96% of shoes), C. diff (39% of shoes), and other fecal bacteria. Direct contact with food areas transfers these pathogens immediately. Studies show shoes track in more bacteria than toilet seats.
Code Requirements
Remove ALL personal items from food areas IMMEDIATELY. Establish designated storage: employee lockers/areas completely separate from food; at least 6 feet from any food prep; in separate room if possible. This is a CRITICAL violation requiring immediate correction.