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Billy's Sub Shop

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:23 PM

Address
57 BERKELEY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FT
Violations
2 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
54 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Provide next pest control report. Follow all recommendations from pest control.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.14-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)

Gas stove in rear kitchen does not have a commerical vent hood there is a wall fan behind hit. To refer to BFD Lek Moy.

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department