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Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar

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Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 4:24 PM

Address
253 SUMMER ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
35 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-206.12-P

Rodent Bait Stations (P)

Exposed Rondentcide inside speaker wall opening off bar.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper pest control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.014/SummaryS-P

uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)

TSOP per Assistant Commissioner Prendergast and Director McAdams by phone due to repeat priroity pest violations that has been the source of multiple consituent complaints. Request hearing in writing and send to isdhealth@boston.gov. Emailed the PIC hearing request form.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.014. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.014 | FDA Code: Section SummaryS
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Repeat pest violations. Provide active managerial control.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Live rat sighting in employee personal belonging storage area off loading dock. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Fruit flies evident at both bars. Provide treatments

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Standing water food debris visible soils under equipment at both bars and as noted on pest reports. 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 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Beer draft system drains onto floor in service bar properly plumb. No dump sink at service bar. Install. Handicap restroom off bar is in disrepair. 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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Hole visible in mortar wall in liquor room with droppings present. Several holes noted on recent IPM reports from eco lab presented at the time of inspection. Planter in outside bar area with burrows. Remove. Door to outside door area propped open loading dock door propped wide open. Seal all openings noted. Maintain all doors closed at all times.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-305.11-C

Designation-Dressing Areas and Lockers (C)

Employee posssesions strewn in back area off loading dock with conditions of harborage with live rat sighting. Remove and store properly secured in lockers

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.

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