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Lucca Restaurant & Bar

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Monday, January 9, 2023 at 4:03 PM

Address
200 TERMINAL RD
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
28 inspections
14 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-703.11-P
✓ Corrected

Hot Water and Chemical-Methods (P)

Sanitizer in low temp machine was not registering at time of my arrival / Sanitizer bottle was changed machine was primed / All glassware will go to the main dish machine until 50ppm-100ppm sanitizer can be verified.

Why This Matters

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Skipping steps leaves bacteria and food residue on 'clean' dishes. Studies show improper warewashing spreads bacteria to 73% of dishes. Major cause of Norovirus outbreaks affecting hundreds.

Code Requirements

Follow 5-step process: 1) Scrape/pre-rinse, 2) Wash in 110°F water with detergent, 3) Rinse in clean water, 4) Sanitize for 30 seconds minimum, 5) Air dry (no towel drying). Post procedure at sink. Train all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Paper towels are out at both hand sinks in the kitchen / A delivery is expected today / Provide paper towels

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Soiled wiping cloths on cutting boards / Discontinue and store as described below

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Cutting boards worn / replace

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department