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Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 3:47 PM

Address
11 ELKINS ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
40 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-101.11-P
✓ Corrected

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Pastries out for retail sale appear to be wrapped in house no labels of ingredients or identification of the product address

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C
✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean floors underneath the table and cooking equipment from all visible food spills - clean around the vents in the ceiling from visible dust and debris - clean walls behind the stove/grill from visible soils

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 590.006/6-301.14-C
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Signage (C)

Clearly identify the hand sink in the kitchen as " HAND WASHING ONLY"

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Remove any loose debris that doesn't involve the small kitchen

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department