Did Bailey and Sage pass their Boston health inspection?

Bailey and Sage FAILED their Boston health inspection on November 18, 2025 with 14 violations including 2 critical violations.

Where is Bailey and Sage located?

Bailey and Sage is located at 53 STATE ST, Boston, MA.

Bailey and Sage - Failed Health Inspection

Q: What critical health violations were found at Bailey and Sage?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Mixed Green Lettuce on a open case display refrigerated is 50F. Provide proper cold Holding of 41F or Below

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Observed cooked diced chicken 124F in the hot holding unit- PIC reheated the chicken to 165F and up.( corrected on site) train staff on monitoring temperature

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Priority and Priority Foundation viloations noted. Provide active manegerial control.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Date marking is not maintained on all prepared food in the walk-in. Provide date marking and stored food that is prepared in the refrigeration unit for 24 hrs.(Tuna) items removed by PIC

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.115-PF

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

No temperature measuring devices for dishmachine :Provide an irreversible thermometer to high temp dishmachine or 160 thermal strips.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Employee bottle water stored in the handsink. Discontinue . The hand sink needs to be accessible.( Corrected on site) The handsink in the back prep area was blocked by food cart. Remove items and provide access to handsink. (There was a handsink in the front and in the warewashing room that was accessible and stocked where the employee could wash their hands)

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

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

foods stored uncovered in freezer units(pastry) /properly cover all foods

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Front counter and warewashing room ceiling tile observed with dust built up. clean to remove Soils observed on the floor near the hand sink and 3 bay sink in the back kitchen storage room clean floors walk-in fridge and freezer under the shelving with accumulated debris. Clean to remove throughout the kitchen

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-901.12-C

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

observed soiled wiping cloths on the counter on top of cutting board/properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution at the required 200ppm ( corrected on site)

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Missing ceiling tile in front of enclosed mop sink./ Repair

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.113-C

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Observed multiple brooms and dustpans on the floor leaned against the wall. Provide proper storing to elevate properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.18-C

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Heavy soils buildup around hand sinks. Clean to remove

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.007/7-209.11-C

Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)

Employee belongs observed in the 6 tier shelving unit in prep area.Provide better storage of employees personal belongings.Keep away from active prep areas.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7

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• MINOR L1

No 2025 Health Permit post on site

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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Bailey and Sage

Violations Cited

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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