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Tu Metapan Restaurant

FAIL

Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 4:59 PM

Address
295 BENNINGTON ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
45 inspections
19 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Handsink at serving line used to store soiled utensils. Discontinue use for handwashing only.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Handsink at prep area without paper towel. 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 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Wiping cloth stored wet on counter. 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)

Bag with onions placed on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly. Open Bag of corn starch placed in the basement. Store properly in enclosed containers.

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 590.003/3-501.15-C

(B) Cooling Methods (C)

Observed three large metal containers with soups (all over 135F) placed on counter. PIC states she waits until they cool and she puts them in the refrigerator. No logs mantained. Ensure that one of acceptable cooling methods takes place ( example : Ice Wand Ice Bathing). Monitor the time and temperature to ensure proper cooling.

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 590.004/4-903.11-C

(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Boxes with single-use plastic containers stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
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