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Casa Real Mexican Food

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 6:36 PM

Address
856 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
33 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.14-P

Cooling (P)

Inside of the Reach in Cooler Cooked ground beef was 61.7 for the one store on middle shelf and the beef on bottom shelf was 63.6F not properly cooled after cooking at 12 noon- Discontinue improper cooling PIC placed ground meat in sheet pan on ice to cool properly and educated on future storing and cooling.

Why This Matters

TOXIN FORMATION: Clostridium perfringens spores survive cooking and germinate during slow cooling. Produce toxin that causes violent illness. Responsible for 1 million illnesses annually. Large batches can take 24+ hours to cool unsafely.

Code Requirements

Cool rapidly using: Shallow pans (2 inches max), Ice baths with stirring, Blast chiller, Cut large items into portions, Add ice as ingredient. NEVER cool at room temp. NEVER stack hot containers. Monitor with thermometer. Document cooling times.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inside handsink was a open can of sprite and the top of rice pot- PIC removed - Discontinue obstructing handsink or using for other purpose than hand washing

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

There is a large bin with no label- Put the common name on the large bins and sauces

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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Hood Inspection sticker is expired - Provide a cleaning from a licensed hood cleaning company - PIC said hood company set to clean on Thursday March 10 2022

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR L1

Post a current health permit in the establishment in a conspicuous area for consumers to see

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department