METRO SUBWAY
Latest: PASS
September 16, 2022
Address
31 SAINT JAMES AV
Back Bay, MA 02116
Inspection History
45 inspections
15 failures
License
License #22949
Last inspected: September 16, 2022
Inspection History (45 most recent)
PASS
September 16, 2022
at 6:18 PM
1 violation
590.007/7-204.11-P - Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P): Quats sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink from an automated dispenser at 500ppm- Reviewed with manager and corrected on site by adding additional water Maintain at 200-400ppm
FAIL
September 8, 2022
at 4:17 PM
1 violation
590.007/7-204.11-P - Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P): Quats sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink from an automated dispenser at 500ppm- Reviewed with manager and corrected on site by adding additional water Maintain at 200-400ppm
PASS
March 16, 2022
at 6:31 PM
0 violations
PASS
September 21, 2021
at 5:52 PM
2 violations
590.003/3-501.17-PF - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf): Multiple pans of prepared TCS foods not labeled. Provide proper date markings. | 590.006/6-501.111-PF - Controlling Pests (Pf): Mice droppings on the f...
FAIL
September 13, 2021
at 7:27 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-501.17-PF - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf): Multiple pans of prepared TCS foods not labeled. Provide proper date markings. | 590.006/6-501.111-PF - Controlling Pests (Pf): Mice droppings on the f...
PASS
May 5, 2021
at 2:11 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-101.19-C - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C): Wall below threshold of walkin cooler with cracks and voids in material. Repair. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Bottom shelf of rear prep table with soils. Clean to remove. T...
FAIL
April 26, 2021
at 6:17 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-101.19-C - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C): Wall below threshold of walkin cooler with cracks and voids in material. Repair. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Bottom shelf of rear prep table with soils. Clean to remove. T...
FAIL
November 24, 2020
at 6:55 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Ice unit above soda machine leaking and inoperable. Repair. | 590.006/6-202.15-C - Outer Openings Protected (C): What appears to be gnaw marks in wall around pipe next to three...
PASS
March 5, 2020
at 4:31 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No written procedures for the clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC could not explain employee illness p...
FAIL
February 20, 2020
at 7:17 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No written procedures for the clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC could not explain employee illness p...
PASS
December 10, 2019
at 3:32 PM
0 violations
PASS
June 6, 2019
at 12:30 PM
0 violations
PASS
May 31, 2018
at 1:23 PM
9 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Food products stored in cardboard boxes. Discontinue reused cardboard boxes for food storage. All foods must be stored in food grade NSF approved for reuse containers - Kitchen/prep ware washing area | 12-2-401.1...
FAIL
May 17, 2018
at 1:48 PM
9 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Food products stored in cardboard boxes. Discontinue reused cardboard boxes for food storage. All foods must be stored in food grade NSF approved for reuse containers - Kitchen/prep ware washing area | 12-2-401.1...
PASS
June 20, 2017
at 5:46 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products in refrigeration at above 41F. Sliced Turkey 46F Chicken 45F. Products placed in containers less than one hour previous to inspection. Ensure products are at 41F or below before placing in service ...
FAIL
June 12, 2017
at 12:46 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products in refrigeration at above 41F. Sliced Turkey 46F Chicken 45F. Products placed in containers less than one hour previous to inspection. Ensure products are at 41F or below before placing in service ...
PASS
January 27, 2017
at 8:32 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products in walkin refrigerator at 59F- 64F for longer than 4 hours. Refrigeration at 60F or above. 8 Sliced Turkey (24oz) 58.8F 3 Sliced Salami ( 2lb) 60.2F 4 Roast Beef (2lb) 63F 5 Sliced Ham (3lb) 58.9F...
FAIL
January 23, 2017
at 7:57 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products in walkin refrigerator at 59F- 64F for longer than 4 hours. Refrigeration at 60F or above. 8 Sliced Turkey (24oz) 58.8F 3 Sliced Salami ( 2lb) 60.2F 4 Roast Beef (2lb) 63F 5 Sliced Ham (3lb) 58.9F...
PASS
January 13, 2016
at 3:52 PM
1 violation
M-2-103.11 - PIC Performing Duties: 8-303.20 Condition of issuance for nonpayment of 2016 Health Permit
FAIL
January 6, 2016
at 2:36 PM
1 violation
M-2-103.11 - PIC Performing Duties: 8-303.20 Condition of issuance for nonpayment of 2016 Health Permit
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
July 21, 2015
at 3:31 PM
1 violation
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Paper towel dispenser loose.Repair
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 13, 2015
at 6:04 PM
2 violations
21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Wiping Cloths Sanitizing Solution registering QUATs 100ppm. Maintain Between 200-400ppm. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Floor under 3 Compartment Sink soiled. Clean Properly.
PASS
October 22, 2014
at 3:21 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cold holding- Tuna 46F teryaki chicken 48. Maintain at 41F or below. | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No probe food thermometers on site only a laser one. Provide. | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair ...
FAIL
October 15, 2014
at 3:17 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cold holding- Tuna 46F teryaki chicken 48. Maintain at 41F or below. | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No probe food thermometers on site only a laser one. Provide. | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair ...
PASS
October 15, 2013
at 2:48 PM
0 violations
PASS
February 27, 2013
at 3:20 PM
3 violations
04-3-501.15/4-301.11 - Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods: Provide proper internal temperature to Walk-In refrigerator (45.6F). Properly maintain at 41F or below at all times. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide proper interna...
FAIL
February 20, 2013
at 3:23 PM
3 violations
04-3-501.15/4-301.11 - Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods: Provide proper internal temperature to Walk-In refrigerator (45.6F). Properly maintain at 41F or below at all times. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide proper interna...
PASS
September 21, 2012
at 2:42 PM
0 violations
PASS
May 24, 2012
at 3:06 PM
2 violations
21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly discontinue the use of sponges at 3 compartment sink. | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Provide and adequate flow of hot water at all times. Provide adequate amounts of hot water to...
FAIL
May 17, 2012
at 2:46 PM
2 violations
21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly discontinue the use of sponges at 3 compartment sink. | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Provide and adequate flow of hot water at all times. Provide adequate amounts of hot water to...
PASS
February 14, 2012
at 3:44 PM
2 violations
17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide proper internal thermometers for all Walk-In and reach-in refrigerators and freezers throughout. | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: Provide proper Serve Safe certified employee for establishment. Prov...
FAIL
February 3, 2012
at 3:25 PM
2 violations
17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide proper internal thermometers for all Walk-In and reach-in refrigerators and freezers throughout. | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: Provide proper Serve Safe certified employee for establishment. Prov...
PASS
August 11, 2011
at 3:14 PM
0 violations
PASS
May 23, 2011
at 2:07 PM
0 violations
PASS
February 14, 2011
at 5:05 PM
0 violations
PASS
November 4, 2010
at 6:24 PM
0 violations
PASS
June 9, 2010
at 2:06 PM
0 violations
PASS
February 11, 2010
at 3:06 PM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
August 27, 2009
at 3:12 PM
2 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Avoid storing equipment on the vegetable wash sink. If it cannot be avoided due to the size of the store be certain to clean and sanitize the sink between each use. | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: Revie...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
May 4, 2009
at 3:15 PM
1 violation
42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: Brooms are stored on the ground. Store elevated.
PASS
February 6, 2009
at 4:24 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Meatballs on the steam table are 110 F. Provide proper hot holding of 140 F or above. | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: Soda tanks are unchained. Properly secure CO2 tanks. The store is overcrowded it is difficu...
FAIL
January 27, 2009
at 3:12 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Meatballs on the steam table are 110 F. Provide proper hot holding of 140 F or above. | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: Soda tanks are unchained. Properly secure CO2 tanks. The store is overcrowded it is difficu...
PASS
June 13, 2008
at 2:54 PM
2 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Tuna salad prepared in morning was at 60 degrees on sandwich line and 65 degrees in the walk in refrigerator. Chill the tuna and mayonaise each night so that during morning preparation it is closer to the proper col...
FAIL
June 2, 2008
at 3:34 PM
2 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Tuna salad prepared in morning was at 60 degrees on sandwich line and 65 degrees in the walk in refrigerator. Chill the tuna and mayonaise each night so that during morning preparation it is closer to the proper col...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 10, 2008
at 5:54 PM
1 violation
42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: Keep personal items separate from food storage areas.