Navarrete Restaurant
FAILThursday, June 10, 2021 at 5:34 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Pastelitos/ empanadas were ranging from 106-110F -COS reheated to proper temperature to keep at 135 or above
Why This Matters
RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.
Code Requirements
Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Carlos Mariano is the CFPM he could not demostrate knowledge of proper hot holding temperature and cold holding. Every area of the restaurant is heavily soiled and have uneccesary clutter throughout. Train staff on proper handwashing.- Needs active managerial control in place for Handwashing Cleaning and time and temperature of foods. Need an illness policy in place coiuld not explain foodborne illnesse signs and symptoms
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.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Food Contact equipment in kitchen is heavily soiled. soiled knives on table sides of stove dripping with grease. Heavily soiled food equipment.- Clean to remove soils and grease from equipment and food contact surfaces.
Why This Matters
Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed live bugs flies and rodent activity - Provide a detailed extermination report from a license exterminator
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.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean both Fryolators in front behind counter heavily encrusted with soils and grease- Clean to remove inside on the sides and in between to remove grease buildup 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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Replace 2 lightshield in kitchen area one over the cookline and the other near the stairs to the basement . this is a repeat violation
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove all uneneccessary clutter from under handsinks in kitchen and in storage area in basement
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.