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Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Address
18 PARMENTER ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
29 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-202.11-PF

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Discard small cutting boards with deep lacerations and visible dark soils - replace with commercial grade equipment as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Ensure all raw shell eggs are being stored properly in the self service refrigeration unit - sto on any foods that re on the bottom shelf to ensure eggs do not get cracked and potentially spill on fresh [ ready to eat ] produce - no foods were stored underneath the raw shell eggs during time of inspection

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR L1

Per food code - MGL -303.11 Unpaid fees for the 2024 health permit - address immediately

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department