Boston Restaurant Bar & Grill
FAILWednesday, August 28, 2024 at 5:59 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Observed wiping clothes being stored on the counters. PIC was able to provide the staff with the red sanitizer buckets with solution inside. Ensure that staff is trained on proper storage of the wiping clothes. Ensure staff is wiping counters and equipment down.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed food not being properly stored inside the walk in freezer unit. Provide proper storage a minimum of 6 inches off the floor. Observed food in trash bags being stored on the floor. Provide food grade containers with covers stored 6 inches off the floor. Observed food being stored with out lids/covers. Provide proper lids/covering.
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.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
PIC stated that the dishmachine in the warewash area is not working. Repair dishmachine. Continue using the 3 bay sink.
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.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Replace worn gasket in the walk in freezer unit.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
- Both walk in refrigeration units need to be wiped down on the exterior - The floor inside both units needs to be clean and free of debris. - Observed heavy frost build up inside the walk in freezer. Defrost.
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.
590.004/4-603.16-C
Rinsing Procedures (C)
Observed soiled dishes being stored inside all 3 bays of the 3 bay sink. Ensure staff places soiled dishes pots and pans on counter. Wash Rinse and sanitize procedures are being followed.
Why This Matters
RECONTAMINATION: Towel drying removes sanitizer film that continues killing bacteria. Introduces new bacteria from towel - even 'clean' towels have 100,000+ bacteria. Spreads contamination across all dried items.
Code Requirements
ALWAYS air dry after sanitizing. No towel drying ever. Adequate drain boards/racks required. Allow complete drying before stacking. If must handle wet items, use single-use paper towels. Towels for drying hands only.
590.005/5-501.11-C
Outdoor Storage Surface (C)
Observed the dumpster overflowing with trash. PIC called the Northeast Recyclying at the time of the inspection. The rep at northeast recycling stated that the establishment has trash pick up every Friday. The rep was trying to get intouch with the person responsible for picking up the trash. They did not come out this past Friday. Trash needs to be removed. Ensure that the dumpster has tight fitting dumpster lids that the lids are locked (PIC ordered locks today)
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.