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Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 1:55 PM

Address
275 ALBANY ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
29 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Butter inside of the 2 door refrigeration unit with an elevated temperature 48F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All TCS foods were removed at the time of the inspection and placed into a unit that was at below 41F.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

2 Door upright refrigeration unit in the back storage room with an elevated temperature of 45F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain at a temperature of below 41F. Refriggeration unit was emptied of all TCS foods at the time of the inspection.

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

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Dish machine in the back storage area appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Dish machine was operational at the time of the inspection.

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
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