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Beantown Kebab

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 6:49 PM

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

Violations Cited

• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Soups are allowed to continue cooling in deep containers in the walk-in. Provide proper cooling methods to ensure that items cool from 140F to 70F in two hours and then from 70F to 41F in an additional four hours.

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 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The walls are soiled with food debris. Clean walls shelves and stationary equipment to remove debris. The back door is not rodent proof. Provide a rodent proof back door that does not allow light to enter.

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