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Beantown Kebab

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Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Address
44 KILBY ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
33 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2

Labeling of Ingredients

Pre-packaged grab and go items do not have complete labels. Provide complete allergen labeling.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

The fried vegetables are stored at room temperature 120F the manager says that they need to be stored at roomtemperature for quality of the product and they are done in an hour or two. Provide hot holding of 140F or above or a variance for time as a public health control.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

There are a large amount of products cooked and cooled. Some of the products are stored in deep containers in the walk-in and others are on the salad bar. Provide proepr methods to ensure that items cool properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 04.3.501
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Bulk food items are stored in regular trash barrels. Store in the original bags in the barrels or provide food grade barrels.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The hood vent is due for a cleaning. Have the vent cleaned by a licensed company. The back door is allowing light to enter around the edges. Provide a pest proof door.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department