Chinatown Cafe
PASSThursday, February 9, 2023 at 3:45 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Scallions stored in old duck boxes. Discontinue using old meat boxes for storing any foods: raw cooked or produce. Discard old duck and chicken boxes.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Cooked pork cooling in bowl covered with foil at 90F. Cooked in past hour. Cool cooked foods spread out and uncovered. Pork 68F after 20 minutes uncovered.
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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-202.14-C
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Bathroom door off dining room is not self closing. Attach self closing appliance as needed.
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.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker indicate that it was cleaned two days prior but expires this month. Contact hood cleaning company for correct sticker.
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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.