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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:32 PM

Address
669 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
27 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Multiple food items exposed to a fire extinguisher discharge. Items disposed of prior to my arrival dentured on site. PIC to verify trash pickup

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Fire extinguisher(chemical powder)discharge in the establishment. Food items affected throughout the cook line. Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast notified. Voluntary closure issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect be re-inspected by the Health Department for approval to re-open (Manager stating it was accidental staff was removing trash and the extinguisher was knocked over and discharged)

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables wares ect...

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean/sanitize/disinfect the location throughout(fire extinguisher discharge)

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Repair/replace empty fire extinguisher

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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