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Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 10:22 PM

Address
25 THOMSON PL
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
14 total
⚠️ 4 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
29 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P
✓ Corrected

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Multiple exposed food items were discarded prior to my arrival Denatured on site & disposed Trash pick up to be verified

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Multiple exposed food items were discarded prior to my arrival Denatured on site & disposed Trash pick up to be verified

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Manager stating the ansul system was manuelly discharged in the kitchen(cook line).Repair/reset ansul system using a licensed company. Provide all repair documentation to the Health Department.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Manager stating the ansul system was manuelly discharged in the kitchen(cook line).Repair/reset ansul system using a licensed company. Provide all repair documentation to the Health Department.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

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

Fire/ansul discharge in the establishment BFD ariived and extinguished the fryer fire. Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast notified. Voluntary closure issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect affected locations provide a hood cleaning submit all documentation to ISDHealth@Boston.gov be re-inspected by building plumbing electrical & health for approval to re-open.

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 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Fire/ansul discharge in the establishment BFD ariived and extinguished the fryer fire. Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast notified. Voluntary closure issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect affected locations provide a hood cleaning submit all documentation to ISDHealth@Boston.gov be re-inspected by building plumbing electrical & health for approval to re-open.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables wares ect.. Clean to remove grease buildup from attached pipes behind cooking equipment Clean the wall behind the flat top grill to remove soils (burning residue)

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables wares ect.. Clean to remove grease buildup from attached pipes behind cooking equipment Clean the wall behind the flat top grill to remove soils (burning residue)

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 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Remove all standing water & extinguisher residue Clean/sanitize/disinfect the location throughout(fire in the establishment ) Provide all cleaning documentation to the Health Department.

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 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Remove all standing water & extinguisher residue Clean/sanitize/disinfect the location throughout(fire in the establishment ) Provide all cleaning documentation to the Health Department.

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 590.006/6-501.11-C
✓ Corrected

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Provide all necessary repairs to damaged equipment as needed. Provide repair documentation to the health depaertment.

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 590.006/6-501.11-C

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Provide all necessary repairs to damaged equipment as needed. Provide repair documentation to the health depaertment.

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 590.006/6-501.14-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Ansul tech(Impact Fire--800-244-7531) recommending that the Hood be cleaned due to ansul & chemical fire extinguisher dishcharge. Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker (Staff stating cleaning is scheduled for tonight) Staff instructed to provide all documentation to ISDHealth@Boston.gov

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Ansul tech(Impact Fire--800-244-7531) recommending that the Hood be cleaned due to ansul & chemical fire extinguisher dishcharge. Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker (Staff stating cleaning is scheduled for tonight) Staff instructed to provide all documentation to ISDHealth@Boston.gov

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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