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Bamboo Thai Restaurant

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Monday, January 25, 2021 at 7:47 PM

Address
1616 COMMONWEALTH AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
37 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Employees conducting food prep in the basmeent kitchen with no mask or face covering. PIC needs to enfore the state mandated temporary guidelines for restaurant operations during the pandemic. Review mask wearing requirements for all food service personel.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

hand sink a tthe basement prep kitchen is blocked with multiple pans and other items stored directly in the hand sink. Remove items to create a path to the hand sink. PIC removed itms.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

no paper towels in the dispenser at the hand sink in the kitchen. Provide paper towels. PIC provided paper towels for the had sink.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.002/2-401.11-C

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

employee driking beerage from container with no cover. Provide covers for all personal beverages

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

in the basement the wall under the hand sink is soiled with food spills and food encrustments. Clean wall. The wall behind the basmeent hand sink is damaged. Repair wall. Wall surface should be smooth durable non porus and easy to clean. Ceiling tiles on ceiling of basement prep kitchen are stained. Replace stained ceiling tiles. Wall at bottom of basement stairs has a large hole. Repair wall seal up the exposed portion of the wall. Floor under the hot line has heavy grease buildup and buildup of soils. Clean the floor area.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

Post the 2021 Health Permit in Conspicious place.

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