Cq BBQ & Taco

79 Hancock St, Dorchester, MA 02125

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Cq BBQ & Taco is still short, with only two visits logged. Cq BBQ & Taco was last inspected on Feb 12, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Note that Cq BBQ & Taco's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 12, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Among Dorchester restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Remove clutter from rear storage area.

590.006/6-501.114-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service exhausthood by licensed cleaner and Provide current sticker.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floor drain to remove odors.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Sep 5, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: As discussed discontinue to store eggs above vegetables in the walk in. eggs belong on the bottom shelf.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace cracked storage containers in the walk in.

590.004/4-202.11-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean exterior od refrigeration equipment.

590.004/4-202.16-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean or replace cutting board at flip top refrigerator as discussed.

590.004/4-501.12-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cq BBQ & Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cq BBQ & Taco on file is from Feb 12, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Cq BBQ & Taco compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Cq BBQ & Taco most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Cq BBQ & Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cq BBQ & Taco have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cq BBQ & Taco 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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