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Chipotle Mexican Grill

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Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 1:26 PM

Address
553 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
49 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Chicken 130 F Steak 119 F Must maintain 140 F or greater during hot holding

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Mice droppings around water heater - Provide full extermination and IPM report from Licensed exterminator prior to reinspection

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 24-4-903.11

Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage

Observed employee rinsing bowl with sanitizer and then stacking bowl wet

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 24.4.903
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Sink not draining - Men's room (Basement) Hot water at hand sink 81 F - Ladies room (Basement) Plumber called and employees instructed to use hand sinks in prep upon return from the bathroom facilities

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 590.009(E)

Anti-Choking

While food is being served there shall be an employee on the premises trained in anti choking

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.009(E). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.009(E)
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department