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El Paisa Restaurant No. 2

FAIL

Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 2:54 PM

Address
215 BORDER ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
12 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Fried chicken 65F Sausage 68F / Provide proper hot holding temperatures

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 08-3-302.11/3-304.11

Separation Segregation Cross Contamination

Plastic bag of raw chicken stored directly on top of steak wrapped in plastic / Discontinue and properly organize walk in to reduce risk of contamination.

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

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 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Labels on bulk food bins worn / Provide new labels

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

No test kits on site for quaternary ammonia used in the 3 bay sink / 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 17.4.302
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department