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Friday, January 9, 2015 at 6:16 PM

Address
611 DORCHESTER AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
48 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 12-2-401.11-.12

Good Hygienic Practices

provide covers for all personal drinks stored in the kitchen.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 12.2.401
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-101.11

Toxic Items: Original Container

remove all painting supplies stored in the basement.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.101
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

clean all cooking equioment on the hot line.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

keep all food 6 inches off the floor of the walk in cooler.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

remove tin foil from all cooking equipment on thre hot line.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 15.4.202
• MINOR 33-5-501.13-.17

Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

Keep used fryalator oil covered at all times while stored in this kitchen.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 33.5.501
• MINOR 36-6-201.11

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

Throughout this kitchen keep all supplies 6 inches off the floor.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

remove all unecessary items stored throughout the basement. Organize all remaiing supplies. Basement is mixed use between commercial and residential. Make sure that all supplies and materials related to the restaurant are properly seperated from the residential supplies. Clean out back hall. Keep food 6 inches off the floor. Also remove any unecessary items stored int he back hall area. Organize all remaining supplies.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 42.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department