Did BILLY TSE RESTAURANT pass their Boston health inspection?

BILLY TSE RESTAURANT FAILED their Boston health inspection on April 16, 2025 with 13 violations including 1 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at BILLY TSE RESTAURANT?

Critical violation: Preventing Contamination from Hands (P). Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Where is BILLY TSE RESTAURANT located?

BILLY TSE RESTAURANT is located at 240 COMMERCIAL ST, Boston, MA.

BILLY TSE RESTAURANT

FAIL

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:10 PM

Address

240 COMMERCIAL ST

North End, MA 02109

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(C)/3-301.11-P

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Use gloves when handling smoked [ fully cooked ] seafood

Why This Matters

Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-603.11-PF

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Make the necessary coirrections where needed to the menu items offered under cooked

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Replace compromised chlorine test strips

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

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• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Ensure the names match on both the food safety and allergen awareness certificates as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.002/2-304.11-C

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Change out aprons when visibly soiled from prior use throughout the day

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-303.12-C

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Do not store seafood directly on the ice -- use the parchment paper when needed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Replace the plastic cups with scoops and a handle attached to them

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Set up as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-201.11-C

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Remove all spatulas with splintered edges

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean the interior / exterior of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking equipment -- bulk food storage bins - shelving under all prep tables -and all areas containing visible food 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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-901.12-C

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Discontinue leaving in use rags lying all over thekitchen surfaces

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Clean the floors walls and ceiilings including the blades to the electric ceiling fans from visible 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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-202.13-C

Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Relocate the electric bug light stored over the prep table

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

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BILLY TSE RESTAURANT

Violations Cited

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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