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Cool Shade Restaurant

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 6:17 PM

Address
388 BLUE HILL AV
Dorchester, MA 02121
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
13 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Interior of the large coffin stye freezer with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. All rodent droppings in the basement storaeg are to be cleaned/removed in order to better monitor activity.

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 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Hot water faucet at the hand sink continuously runs. Address and make any necessary repairs.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Portion of flooring in the main kitchen area damaged and missing. Address and make all necessary reapirs.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department