Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
PASSMonday, July 3, 2023 at 1:47 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-202.17-PF
Shucked Shellfish Packaging and Identification (Pf)
Ensure all shellfish tags are kept on site for a minimum of 90 days and in chrono ogical order as we disciussed during inspection
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
New paper menu is missing the consumer advisory on several items offered undercooked - Address as discussed
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Several cutting boards with deep lacerations - remove and replace where needed as they cannot be cleaned and sanitized properly
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.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Ensure properly operating food thermometers are available on site in the kitchen
Why This Matters
TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Without thermometers, 73% of foods are held at unsafe temperatures. Bacteria double every 20 minutes between 41-135°F. Undercooked ground beef (not reaching 155°F) causes E. coli outbreaks affecting hundreds.
Code Requirements
Provide calibrated probe thermometers immediately: One per cook station minimum, Range -40°F to 200°F, Accurate to ±2°F, Calibrate daily in ice water (32°F). Check temps every 2 hours for holding, always for cooking.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Clearly identify all bulk food storage bins properly [ rice - pasta - sugar - salt - masa ]
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.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Ensure all scoopps for dispensing foods have proper handles and are stored with this handle facing outward - currently using plastic cups
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Set up as discussed
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Thawing foods out in a large bowl filled with water - ensure water is moving so frozen protiens are noit in stagnant water
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.004/4-101.17-C
Wood Use Limitation (C)
Remove all splinytered and visibly burnt wooden spoons and small wooden cutting boards
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.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean vents where needed especially above the char grill
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean exterior of all cooking equiopment on the line - inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all bulk food storage bins - exterior of all ware washing sinks - undercounter shelving units from all visible food spills stains and soils
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.
590.004/4-801.11-C
Clean Linens (C)
Store clean linens away from the soiled linens to avoid confusion and possible contamination
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Service Sink (C)
Maintain clean to reduce odors and potential drain flies
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.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean the floors inside the kitchen as well as the basement stairway and basement flooring from all visible soils
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.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Remove all wooden pallets in the basement where rodents can gather
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.