Did BON APPETIT RESTAURANT pass their Boston health inspection?

BON APPETIT RESTAURANT FAILED their Boston health inspection on March 18, 2021 with 11 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is BON APPETIT RESTAURANT located?

BON APPETIT RESTAURANT is located at 1138 BLUE HILL AV, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at BON APPETIT RESTAURANT?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

FAIL

Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 7:15 PM

Address

1138 BLUE HILL AV

Dorchester, MA 02124

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Numerous products stored on counters in ambient air at temperatures of 55F-58F

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

At the time of the inspection the CFPM was not present at the establishment. Employees available at the time were unable to properly answer food safety questions or set up sanitizer. A knowledgable person in charge must be designated at all times

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Numerous containers of prepared products in refrigeration with no product labels or production/discard dates

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 temperature control 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)

sanitizer test kit unavailable at the time of the inspection

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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⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Handsink in back prep blocked-

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

No paper towels available at handsink in back prep

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Bulk food containers with no labeling

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)

Scoops in bulk food containers with handle touching products

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)

Soiled wiping cloths on counters

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 590.004/4-601.11-C

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Employees at the time of the inspection unable to properly demonstrate was/rinse and setting up sanitizer- Train staff

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 L1

Post a copy of the current Health Permit in the establishment in an area conspicuous to the consumer

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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BON APPETIT RESTAURANT

Violations Cited

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (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

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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