Raphael Caribbean Cuisine
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2023
64
Score
Raphael Caribbean Cuisine appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 14, 2023. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. The file hasn't been updated since Aug 14, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
“Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Raphael Caribbean Cuisine's latest score of 64 falls below the Dorchester average of 86. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Discard all visibly compromised cutting boards and wooden utensils with visible splintered burn marks - use commercial grade utensils as discussed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove the bicycle in the back kitchen area and all other belongings not affiliated with the kitchen / restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all soiled mops off the floors after use - store inside the bucket with bleach as discussed
590.006/6-501.16-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue allowing staff to eat behind the counte / food prep areas - sit out front as discussed
590.002/2-401.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents from heavy char marks where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the barriers are in place during food prep
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Resurface areas visible soiled and odorous
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen including under all prep tables and equipment from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Mar 29, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of live roach activity noted at the time of the inspection in teh basement storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were only to drain plugs for the 3 bay sink. Address and provide all 3 drain plugs in order to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment.
590.004/4-301.12-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Outside dumpster area with excess boxes ad debris. Address and clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the hand sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hot water faucet to the basement hand sink not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the single door upright True freezer visibly soiled and with food spills. Clean to remove. Interior of the singel door upright Saturn refrigeration unit visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Basement hand sink heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Basement storage shelves visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of meats observed being stored on the ground near the rear exit. Discontinue and store all foods a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed beig left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Cans of paint observed being stored on the same shelves as the bags of onions and potatoes. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-307.11-C
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Sep 15, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were not 3 drain plugs available for the sink. Provide in order to properly test wash rinse and sanitize all equipment.
590.004/4-301.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Food Allergen Certification observed at the time of the visit. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of ceiling located in the basement storage area damaged and missing. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.16-C
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Aug 29, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Wrong test strips available for the Quartinary Ammonium sanitizer. Provide the proper stest strips.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of ceiling located in the basement storage area damaged and missing. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of foods observed being stored on the ground of the main kitchen area. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Raw shrimp observed being thawed in stagnant water. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Card board being used to line shelf inside of the basement cooler storing peppers. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were not 3 drain plugs available for the sink. Provide in order to properly test wash rinse and sanitize all equipment.
590.004/4-301.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Food Allergen Certification observed at the time of the visit. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Raphael Caribbean Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Raphael Caribbean Cuisine on file is from Aug 14, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Raphael Caribbean Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Raphael Caribbean Cuisine.
How does Raphael Caribbean Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Raphael Caribbean Cuisine most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Raphael Caribbean Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Raphael Caribbean Cuisine have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Raphael Caribbean Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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