La La Restaurant
FAILWednesday, January 26, 2022 at 4:21 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)
Employee observed slicing tomatoes and not wearing gloves. Address and ensure staff are wearing gloves while handling any ready to eat foods.
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
At the time of the inspection the 2022 Health Permit had not been paid in full. Address and ensure Health Permit is paid for including any additional fees.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
At the time of the inspection there were no test strips available. 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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe under the hand sink in the main kitchen is leaking. Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make all necessary repairs.
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)
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct. 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Referral being made to the City of Boston Fire Department for expired tags.
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
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in basement storage room. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
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.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement storage rooms with excess clutter and debris. Address and clean to remove any unecessary debris and clutter to help minimize any rodent activity.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
L1
Violation 8-304.11 being issued for the non-payment of the 2022 Health Permit. Address and ensure all payments have been made prior to the re-inspection.
Why This Matters
Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected
Code Requirements
Must comply with all applicable food code requirements