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Monday, August 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM

Address
204 HARVARD AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
32 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
✓ Corrected

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Live bullfrogs noted in a soiled plastic container in a basement storage room. No evidence of an approved source or process for the bullfrogs An embargo has been placed on the bullfrogs and a referral is being made to Marine Fisheries Do not remove use or destroy the bullfrogs until embargo is lifted

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-202.13-P

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Prep sinks in the restaurant with no air gaps- Have proper repairs done by a licensed plumber and provide work orders

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Priority violations noted on inspection report- Review with staff 08-25-25 Establishment has not complied with the requirements given during the Administrative Hearing that was held at the Health Department on 08/18/25. Provide all information as required to the Health Department for review 1. Establishment was required to hire an approved consultant for a minimum of 3 months 2. Establishment shall make all repairs to plumbing and provide documentation from a licensed plumber 3. Establishment shall correct all violations

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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

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

Numerous prepared products in refrigeration with no labeling- Product name production/discard dates- Provide

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Equipment with evidence of dried on food soils stored on hooks in the kitchen Ensure equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized after use Corrected at the time of the inspection

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Storage room in hallway that leads to another establishment next to the restaurant with excessove aamounts of boxes and equipment Storage room ceiling is unfinished and needs repirs to be smooth durable nonpourousand cleanable. make proper repairs or remove all items from this area and discontinue use 08-15-25 Room has been partially cleaned but there is still excessive amounts of boxes in area- Ceiling is not properly finished in this area and there is no access for proper pest control

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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