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La Taqueria Taco Bar & Grill

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Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 4:02 PM

Address
632 HYDE PARK AV
Roslindale, MA 02131
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
44 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16
✓ Corrected

Hot Holding

Cooked chicken at 127F and cooked beef at 119F. PIC will reheat to above 165F and hot hold above 140F. PIC will have to monitor.

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
• MINOR 15-4-202.16
✓ Corrected

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

As discussed PIC will provide a divider between hand sink and reach in refrigerator and on other side prep table.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Leaking faucet at three bay sink leaking sanitizer dispencer and leaking pipe in mop sink. PIC stated that plumber will be in later today to repair.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Hood sticker expired March 2017 Clean hood filters visibly soiled.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department