Tawakal Halal Cafe

389 Maverick St, East Boston, MA 02128
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 4, 2023
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Tawakal Halal Cafe, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 4, 2023. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Tawakal Halal Cafe's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 4, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about four violations before that.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood contact surfaces”, showing up four times.

Compared to the broader East Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 91, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 4, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Beef in hot holding 121F / Discussed turning the steam table temperature up and keeping containers inside the table open areas to prevent heat/steam loss. Beef reheated and returned to hot holding / Provide 135F or above
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: 2 table top fryers are not fully under the hood / Ensure fryers are fully covered by the hood or remove.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of prep tables with visible soils / Clean to remove Exterior of stand up reach in with visible soils / Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
78
May 24, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink next to 3 bay with containers in basin / Remove and ensure hand sink is kept free and clear at all times
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Equipment on cookline and prep with visible soils / Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Back storage room cluttered / Organize and maintain
590.006/6-501.114-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Bag of onions on floor / Elevate at least 6" off of floor
590.003/3-307.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Reach in with ice build up / remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
May 18, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Top of the bulk food containers soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Bag with rice observed open at dry storage area. Store properly in enclosed containers.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of the refrigerating unit and freezer unit near cooking line soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counter. Store soiled in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single use containers stored on the floor at lower level.
590.004/4-903.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tawakal Halal Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tawakal Halal Cafe on file is from Aug 4, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tawakal Halal Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tawakal Halal Cafe.

How does Tawakal Halal Cafe compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Tawakal Halal Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the East Boston average of 91.

Has Tawakal Halal Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tawakal Halal Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tawakal Halal Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.