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29 Newbury Street

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Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 4:55 PM

Address
29 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
Facility History
33 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12

Food Container Labels

Properly label all food storage containers in kitchen. (Flour corn meal etc...)

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

Properly seal or discard all unsealed wooden cutting board at salad/sandwich station inkitchen.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 14.4.202
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

Provide proper chlorine test kit for low temp dishwasher in kitchen.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 17.4.302
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Properly clean exhaust hood ventilation filters and ansul pipes above hot food cooking equipment in kitchen.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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