Sals Lunch
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the Health Department
Latest: FAIL
September 22, 2019
Address
31 THACHER ST
North End, MA 02113
Inspection History
55 inspections
28 failures
1 closures
License
License #18606
Last inspected: September 22, 2019
Inspection History (50 most recent)
🚫 CLOSURE
September 22, 2019
at 10:41 AM
5 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): owner must keep establishment closed until all repairs and cleaning are complete and all agencies have given approval to operate | 590.004/4-301.11-PF - Cooling Heating and Holding ...
PASS
September 19, 2019
at 2:32 PM
6 violations
590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Remove heavy ice buildup inside the freezer on the hot line. | 590.004/4-501.12-C - Cutting Surfaces (C): Cutting boards on cold units on the service line are scoured and staine...
FAIL
August 28, 2019
at 2:30 PM
6 violations
590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Remove heavy ice buildup inside the freezer on the hot line. | 590.004/4-501.12-C - Cutting Surfaces (C): Cutting boards on cold units on the service line are scoured and staine...
PASS
March 21, 2019
at 4:41 PM
4 violations
20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: The dishwasher is washing but there doesn't sound like it's going through a rinse cycle. Repair machine to be sure that equipment is getting cleaned and sanitized. (Switched to diposables) | 2...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 13, 2019
at 4:24 PM
5 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The refrigerator behind the counter is running warm; hamburgers 48F chicken 48F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (Items in the fridge discarded and they'll use the other refrigerators) | 20-4-703...
FAIL
March 6, 2019
at 6:14 PM
5 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The refrigerator behind the counter is running warm; hamburgers 48F chicken 48F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. (Items in the fridge discarded and they'll use the other refrigerators) | 20-4-703...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
August 6, 2018
at 2:40 PM
6 violations
08-3-302.11/3-304.11 - Separation Segregation Cross Contamination: There is some produce that looks spoiled and meat that is turning color. Remove all spoiled food products . | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: The wash gauge on the di...
FAIL
July 30, 2018
at 3:47 PM
6 violations
08-3-302.11/3-304.11 - Separation Segregation Cross Contamination: There is some produce that looks spoiled and meat that is turning color. Remove all spoiled food products . | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: The wash gauge on the di...
PASS
January 17, 2018
at 2:31 PM
1 violation
M-2-103.11 - PIC Performing Duties: 8-303.20 The 2018 health permit is not paid. Provide payment for the 2018 permit.
FAIL
January 10, 2018
at 4:28 PM
4 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Fryolator baskets with heavy grease build up and other visible soils / Clean or replace baskets | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: All equipment with visible soils / Provide a deep thoro...
FAIL
December 27, 2017
at 1:29 PM
3 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Fryolator baskets with heavy grease build up and other visible soils / Clean or replace baskets | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: All equipment with visible soils / Provide a deep thoro...
PASS
May 22, 2017
at 4:59 PM
1 violation
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Hood tag expired in November 2016 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP
FAIL
May 16, 2017
at 3:31 PM
2 violations
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Hood tag expired in November 2016 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Walls next to flat grill with visible soils / Clean to rem...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
May 5, 2017
at 6:16 PM
2 violations
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Hood tag expired in November 2016 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Walls next to flat grill with visible soils / Clean to rem...
FAIL
April 27, 2017
at 3:29 PM
2 violations
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Hood tag expired in November 2016 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Walls next to flat grill with visible soils / Clean to rem...
PASS
November 7, 2016
at 1:39 PM
4 violations
12-3--301.11 - Prevention of Contamination from Hands: Observed food handler preparing RTE food with bare hands / Discontinue and restrict bare hand contact | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Floors with visible soils and debris /...
FAIL
October 24, 2016
at 1:27 PM
4 violations
12-3--301.11 - Prevention of Contamination from Hands: Observed food handler preparing RTE food with bare hands / Discontinue and restrict bare hand contact | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Floors with visible soils and debris /...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
August 23, 2016
at 12:42 PM
8 violations
17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: Provide test kits for chlorine sanitizer | 35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Animals: Small flies noted in corner near sink / A-1 provides monthly services for mice contact to treat for small flies. | 36-6-501...
FAIL
August 9, 2016
at 12:39 PM
8 violations
17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: Provide test kits for chlorine sanitizer | 35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Animals: Small flies noted in corner near sink / A-1 provides monthly services for mice contact to treat for small flies. | 36-6-501...
PASS
April 15, 2015
at 3:05 PM
9 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers - label all clear plastic spray bottles to properly identify the product | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No food thermometer-provide | 17-4-302.14 - Test ...
FAIL
April 1, 2015
at 6:09 PM
17 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Some foods being purchased fro Market Basket - discontinue [ licensed wholesalers only ] | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers - label all clear plastic spray bottles to p...
FAIL
March 25, 2015
at 2:49 PM
17 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Some foods being purchased fro Market Basket - discontinue [ licensed wholesalers only ] | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers - label all clear plastic spray bottles to p...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 4, 2014
at 6:33 PM
5 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: Provide plugs for all basins - Identify individual basins as discussed [ WASH - RINSE - SANITIZE ] | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: Provide chlorine test s...
FAIL
November 26, 2014
at 1:14 PM
20 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Purchasing foods from Market Basket - discontinue | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers as discussed | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 08-3-305-307.11...
FAIL
November 20, 2014
at 4:38 PM
20 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Purchasing foods from Market Basket - discontinue | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers as discussed | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 08-3-305-307.11...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
April 7, 2014
at 4:20 PM
14 violations
10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Spatulas are stored in between soiled equipment - store as discussed | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Provide a scoop with handle as discussed for dispensing condiments and starches | 15-4-202.16 - ...
FAIL
March 31, 2014
at 5:23 PM
16 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Fried potatos with butter on the flat grill at 100F - maintain at 140F or higher as discussed | 10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Spatulas are stored in between soiled equipment - store as discussed | 14-4-202.11 - Foo...
FAIL
March 24, 2014
at 5:31 PM
15 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Fried potatos with butter on the flat grill at 100F - maintain at 140F or higher as discussed | 10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Spatulas are stored in between soiled equipment - store as discussed | 14-4-202.11 - Foo...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2013
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS
April 2, 2013
at 3:11 PM
5 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean storage shelving. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan covers inside reach in refrigerator. | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Repair leaky plumbing to restr...
FAIL
March 26, 2013
at 2:59 PM
5 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean storage shelving. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan covers inside reach in refrigerator. | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Repair leaky plumbing to restr...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2012
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS
November 2, 2012
at 2:06 PM
6 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean fryolator. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens in COKE reach ins. | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage: Provide paper towels for restroo...
FAIL
October 26, 2012
at 2:21 PM
6 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean fryolator. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens in COKE reach ins. | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage: Provide paper towels for restroo...
PASS
April 5, 2012
at 2:54 PM
0 violations
PASS
March 13, 2012
at 2:24 PM
5 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean shelving and walls around rear stove. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens inside soda/ milk reach ins. | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Sign...
FAIL
March 6, 2012
at 3:05 PM
5 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean shelving and walls around rear stove. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens inside soda/ milk reach ins. | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Sign...
PASS
April 5, 2011
at 3:03 PM
3 violations
21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution in food prep area's. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Properly clean all floor area's behind front counter area. |...
FAIL
March 29, 2011
at 3:55 PM
3 violations
21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution in food prep area's. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Properly clean all floor area's behind front counter area. |...
PASS
September 17, 2010
at 3:49 PM
5 violations
12-3--301.11 - Prevention of Contamination from Hands: Provide proper gloves for all food handlers to prevent contact with ready to eat foods. | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solutio...
FAIL
September 10, 2010
at 2:26 PM
5 violations
12-3--301.11 - Prevention of Contamination from Hands: Provide proper gloves for all food handlers to prevent contact with ready to eat foods. | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solutio...
PASS
April 12, 2010
at 2:27 PM
1 violation
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Properly clean exhaust hood ventilation screens and ansul pipes above hot food cooking equipment. (Provide proper sticker from a licensed cleaning and service company that is registered wit...
FAIL
April 2, 2010
at 3:19 PM
5 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide metal stem food thermometer for all food prep personnel. | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Properly clean and resurface all stained and scarred cutting boards in front sandwich prep are...
FAIL
March 23, 2010
at 2:36 PM
5 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide metal stem food thermometer for all food prep personnel. | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Properly clean and resurface all stained and scarred cutting boards in front sandwich prep are...
PASS
August 14, 2009
at 2:34 PM
3 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: OUTSIDE over the front door-CLEAN the outside vent of built up grease- | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: KITCHEN-clean the stove top of built up grime- | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenanc...
FAIL
July 22, 2009
at 2:43 PM
3 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: OUTSIDE over the front door-CLEAN the outside vent of built up grease- | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: KITCHEN-clean the stove top of built up grime- | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenanc...
PASS
February 6, 2009
at 4:55 PM
5 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: CLEAN the black color microwave door of stickey / grime build up-& CLEAN under the meat slicer of built up food debris-- | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: CLEAN the floor behind ...
FAIL
February 2, 2009
at 2:06 PM
5 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: CLEAN the black color microwave door of stickey / grime build up-& CLEAN under the meat slicer of built up food debris-- | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: CLEAN the floor behind ...
PASS
June 20, 2008
at 1:10 PM
6 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: IN LOW REACH-IN--INSERT PANS--store food at 41 degrees or less-at inspection tuna salad tested at 49 degrees-- | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: OVER FRONT DOOR--clean the box / vent of grease ( outside of ...
FAIL
June 11, 2008
at 2:39 PM
6 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: IN LOW REACH-IN--INSERT PANS--store food at 41 degrees or less-at inspection tuna salad tested at 49 degrees-- | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: OVER FRONT DOOR--clean the box / vent of grease ( outside of ...