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BARNEY'S GRILL

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 7:48 PM

Address
299 HAVRE ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
14 total
⚠ 5 major
Facility History
39 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Qwner on site - no current food safety on site - unable to properly respond to several food safety questions - Address

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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-202.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Interior of the lid on the ice is visibly soiled - green cutting board with deep lacerations and visible deep black stains - clean to remove all visible soils - id stains and soils cannot be removed it will need to be discarded and replaced

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

No food thermometer on site to take temperatures of foods upon completion - provide upon re-inspection

Why This Matters

TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Without thermometers, 73% of foods are held at unsafe temperatures. Bacteria double every 20 minutes between 41-135°F. Undercooked ground beef (not reaching 155°F) causes E. coli outbreaks affecting hundreds.

Code Requirements

Provide calibrated probe thermometers immediately: One per cook station minimum, Range -40°F to 200°F, Accurate to ±2°F, Calibrate daily in ice water (32°F). Check temps every 2 hours for holding, always for cooking.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF
✓ Corrected

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Test strips on site are compromised and wet [ replace as discussed for a chloring based sanitizer ]

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Visible signs of rodent activity in the basement and in the rear of the restaurant / trash area is - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C
✓ Corrected

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Clean filters of the hood system where needed from all visible grease and grime

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer uits - all cooking equipmet - top counters of the bar and table tops in the rear of the bare --all wooden shelves underneath the front bar / counter area from all visible spills stains and soils

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-402.12-C
✓ Corrected

Grease Trap(C)

Clean to remove obnoxious odors and visible grease and grime

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.115-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Clean to remove all loose debris repair the ripped screen door leading to the trash area in the back and remove all loose debris not affiliated with the business

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outside Receptacles (C)

Replace the compromised trash receptacles in the alleyway and ensure all the lids fit and are tightly secured when not in use to reduce rodent activity

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean the floors walls and ceiling tiles in the small cooking area behind the bar and around the grill from all visible spills stains and soils

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 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Clean to remove all the remaining loose debris in the basement

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered throughout the basement area - remove all broken equipment compromised pots pans and utensils that appear to have been down there for several years collecting soils

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.17-C
✓ Corrected

Absorbent Materials on Floors Use Limitation (C)

Remove all soaked and odorous area rugs scattered throughout the bar / basement area where needed

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
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