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El Paso Enchiladas

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Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:56 PM

Address
1 FANEUIL HALL MKT PL PL
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
79 inspections
35 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Roaches seen on grease trap and inside empty mop bucket clean to remove and supply detailed exterminator reports with findings and recommendations

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Side of small coke cooler and grease trap with grease and dirt build up build up clean to remove

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 590.006/6-201.12-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)

1) Floor & wall to right of grill with grease build up clean to remove 2) Rail on half wall that touches left side of grill with grease build up clean to remove 3) Floor and walls under front counter of the hot line in far right corner and under cash register area with grease build up and debris clean to remove

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department