La Taqueria Taco Bar & Grill in ROSLINDALE, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/07/23

ROSLINDALE, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at La Taqueria Taco Bar & Grill in an inspection dated 04/07/2023.

Situated at 632 HYDE PARK AV, the establishment is part of Roslindale's active food service sector. The Roslindale area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation regarded supervisory requirements. Inspectors documented: (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C). The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Improper food handling by untrained staff increases illness risk.

The second violation concerned food storage. Inspectors documented: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C). Allergen cross-contact during storage can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.

The third violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fifth violation related to food equipment. Inspectors documented: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C). Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices.

The sixth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The seventh violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The eighth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/07/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.