Cape Verde Taste in DORCHESTER, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/12/23

DORCHESTER, MA - Health inspectors documented violations at Cape Verde Taste during a routine inspection conducted on 04/12/2023.

The establishment operates from 481 GENEVA AV in DORCHESTER, serving customers in this dining district. Regular health inspections ensure food safety standards are maintained across all local establishments.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved management certification. 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. Language barriers without proper training can lead to misunderstandings.

The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fourth violation related to sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.

The fifth violation concerned hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Hand Drying Provision (Pf). 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. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/12/2023 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.