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Taqueria El Barrio

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Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 3:36 PM

Address
201 BROOKLINE AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
15 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

In hot holding unit found chicken 98F and pork 107F. PIC did not know to reheat to 165F before it can go into a hot holding unit to be held at 135F or higher. PIC removed and reheated. Please review with staff.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Food Safety and Allergen posted are for the two owners. Someone that works at this location will need to be Food Safety and Allergen trained. Each location will need to have it own certificate. They can not be copied and posted in multiple location. I was told owners do not work at the locations. Please provide certificates or paperwork that someone is signed up to take a class.

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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean walls and floor aroung dishwasher. Visibly soiled with dry food.

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

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