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Mija Cantina & Tequila Bar

FAIL

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Address
1 HARBORSIDE DR
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
13 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Observed large pans with chicken and rice placed in walk-in units for cooling. PIC stated it had been an hour since they had been placed and temperature of food registered 116F. No logs or records are available. Ensure that proper cooling methods are used and that cooling process is monitored properly (time amd temparature parameters). Consider placing food in smaller shallower containers.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Handsink without paper towels . 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 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Some bulk food containers without label. Fruit cups at To Go section without any labels. Provide proper labels.

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
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Wiping cloths observed soiled on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

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 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Several boxes with food stored on the floor at the Walk-In area. Elevate properly. Observes bulk food containers without lids and open bag of beans. Store properly in commercial grade containers with lid.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

The interior of some refrigerating units at bar area soiled. Clean all properly.

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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