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BILLY TSE RESTAURANT

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Monday, April 3, 2023 at 4:34 PM

Address
240 COMMERCIAL ST
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
17 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

1) Droppings found under dish machine clean to remove 2) nesting of paper found at end of main bar clean to remove to prevent nesting 3) Door sweep missing on outside door of main bar room supply door sweep

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.008/8-103.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)

Logs not being filled out daily ensure logs filled out for all batches of rice made daily at establishment

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

1) Debris found behind benches in general seating are clean to remove 2) Heavy grease build up and debris under cooking line clean to remove 3) Heavy grease build up on filters above fryer and broiler clean to remove

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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