Bubbakoo's Burritos

89 Brighton Av, Allston, MA 02134

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 14, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Bubbakoo's Burritos, the earliest from 2022. On Feb 14, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Bubbakoo's Burritos's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 14, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Allston restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 14, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jan 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection

590.006/6-501.14-C

Dec 15, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Sink designated for the warewashing area is not properly working per a phone conversation with the owner at the time of the inspection Make proper repairs by a licensed plumber 12/05/23 Hot water handle on the handwashing sink that is designated for the warewashing area is broken Sink shall be repaired by a licensed plumber- Provide Invoice

590.005/5-205.15-C

Nov 29, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Multiple handwashing sinks at the establishment are blocked at the time of the inspection Sink to the left of the cookline has a bowl and rack in it and is covered with paper The sink to the right of the cookline is completely blocked by a preparation cart The sink designated for the warewashing area has equipment in it and per the owner is not properly working One sink at the entrance to the back area was available foruse by the employees in the front service area back prep and in warewashing Ensure all handwashing sinks are available for use by employees

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: No test kit available at the time of the inspection for quats sanitizer- Provide

590.004/4-302.14-PF

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Sink designated for the warewashing area is not properly working per a phone conversation with the owner at the time of the inspection Make proper repairs by a licensed plumber

590.005/5-205.15-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Shelving next to the 3 bay sink that is used for air drying has a shelf that has been covered by cardboard and plastic Remove cardboard and plastic to make the surface smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable

590.004/4-101.19-C

Jun 28, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Portioned raw beef stored above ready to eat foods. Raw shell eggs observed above ready to eat foods. Person in charge corrected on site.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Production line hand sink blocked by cart. Person in charge corrected.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

(b) cooling methods (c)

Inspector notes: Black beans cooling in deep pan. Temperature within proper cooling paramaters during time of inspection. Person in charge corrected.

590.003/3-501.15-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tile in back of house. Repair.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Production line employee observed with no hair restraint. Person in charge corrected.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Dec 15, 2022

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink at warewashing area without paper towels. Provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink at the warewashing area without soap. Provide.

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Severage containers with bulk food products without labels. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: In use knife at cooking line stored in sanitizer solution. Discontinue store properly on a clean/sanitized surface.

590.003/3-304.12-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Several containers at bulk food storage are without lids covered with plastic sheet. Provide.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)

Inspector notes: CO2 tanks not secured/chained. Secure properly.

590.006/6-201.13-C

Aug 29, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bubbakoo's Burritos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bubbakoo's Burritos on file is from Feb 14, 2024. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bubbakoo's Burritos?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bubbakoo's Burritos.

How does Bubbakoo's Burritos compare to other restaurants in Allston?

Bubbakoo's Burritos most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Allston average of 80.

Has Bubbakoo's Burritos' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bubbakoo's Burritos have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bubbakoo's Burritos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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