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Dave's Hot Chicken

FAIL

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:28 PM

Address
1260 BOYLSTON ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
6 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Portable HVAC units are hooked up to one of three cookline handsinks faucet. Suggested to relocate to mop sink temporarily. To refer to ISD building.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-304.11-C

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

HVAC system is down with several portable AC units in kitchen cookline vent hood appears to be not working to capacity with periodic presence of smoke when chicken is fried. Make all necessary repairs. To refer to BFD Lek Moy & ISD Building.

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
• MINOR L1

Machine has been cleaned & sanitized. Elevated ice cream lab report. Remove the ice cream machine from service. Re submit a clean lab report to isdhealth@boston.gov prior to using the ice cream machine. Lab has taken sample awaiting report per PIC.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department