Boston Restaurant Bar & Grill
FAILTuesday, November 4, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Dishmachine behind bar is still not working. Owner stated that he purchased the wrong dishmachine. Please provide spec sheet before purchasing the dishmachine. PIC stated they were washing the bar glasses in the 3 bay sink the 2nd dishmachine is the warewash area is not working again. Provide scrubbers for the 3 bay sink to clean bar glasses. Repair 2nd dishmachine in the warewash area Replace dishmachine behind bar and provide spec sheets Observed a leak under the 3 bay sink and stagnant water on the floor. Repair leak under the 3 bay sink and remove stagnant water from the floor.
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Observed soiled mop closet and a broken door on the mop closet. Clean mop closet and repair door. Observed a strong smell in and around the warewash area. Clean and sanitize to remove odor.
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 3 bay sink and soiled pot and pans inside all 3 bays. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse sanitize.
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.
590.005/5-205.15-C
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Freezer door- has not been repaired. Door does not fullly close. Ice and frost build up. All food items inside are frozen. Repair
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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Controlling Pests (C)
Observed drain flies throughout the restaurant. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed report.
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.