Did LATINO RESTAURANT pass their Boston health inspection?

LATINO RESTAURANT FAILED their Boston health inspection on April 1, 2024 with 14 violations including 3 critical violations.

Where is LATINO RESTAURANT located?

LATINO RESTAURANT is located at 302 CENTRE ST, Boston, MA.

LATINO RESTAURANT - Failed Health Inspection

Q: What critical health violations were found at LATINO RESTAURANT?

Critical violation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P). LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.18-P

✓ Corrected

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

Multiple containers of food held for more than 24hours observed without date marking . Provide

Why This Matters

LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.

Code Requirements

Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.18-P

✓ Corrected

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

Multiple containers of food held for more than 24hours observed without date marking . Provide

Why This Matters

LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.

Code Requirements

Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-203.14-P

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Observed no backflow preventor/ air gap on the prep sink. Install food prepsink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002/2-501.11-PF

✓ Corrected

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. 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 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002/2-501.11-PF

✓ Corrected

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. 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 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-303.12-C

✓ Corrected

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Observed lettuce stored in stagnant water observed plaintain store in stagnant water. Discontinue.

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-303.12-C

✓ Corrected

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Observed lettuce stored in stagnant water observed plaintain store in stagnant water. Discontinue.

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

✓ Corrected

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Observed buckets of food stored on the floor inside walkin unit. Discontinue.

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

✓ Corrected

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Observed buckets of food stored on the floor inside walkin unit. Discontinue.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Front of the house produce refrigerator unit observed internal temperature 50F lettuce temperature was 40F. Produce was removed and placed in a diffrent unit. Repair

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

✓ Corrected

Handwashing Signage (C)

Both male and female restrooms observed without handwash sign. Provide and maintain.

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

✓ Corrected

Handwashing Signage (C)

Both male and female restrooms observed without handwash sign. Provide and maintain.

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

✓ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood ventilation system observed heavily soiled and full of dust. Clean and sanitize to remove.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

✓ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood ventilation system observed heavily soiled and full of dust. Clean and sanitize to remove.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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LATINO RESTAURANT

Violations Cited

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

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Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

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Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

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Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

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Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

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Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

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Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

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Handwashing Signage (C)

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Handwashing Signage (C)

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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

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