Deno's Pizza and Subs
FAILThursday, July 17, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Violations Cited
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
As discussed the PIC will need to get a manufacturing ice cream license added to your Health permit. Also the ice cream will need to be tested each month. Until you have the permit and the ice cream has been tested do not sell.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
PIC has pest control coming twice a month. I did find a small amount of droppings on the floor in basement and in back prep area. PIC will need to clean more often and inform pest control what he is finding. I did see a few traps that have been set off. Please check the traps between inspections. 7-17-25 PIC will need to continue to monitor traps and have pest control inspect. Last report did show two catches. We will need to see a clean report to be able to pass this inspection.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
PIC will need to clean .... The shelves on the cooking line builk food containers on the cooking line in place equipment and remove the ice build up in the large freezer on the cooking line.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Please review with staff not to store product on the floor. In all three walk ins found product on the floor.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters will need to be cleaned on the cooking line.
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.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting boards on cooking line will need to be cleaned to removed deep dark scores. If not please replace. 7-17-25 If deep dark stains do not come out of cutting boards please replace.
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.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment under shelves on the cooking line and along the walls in the basement. Visibly soiled
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
590.006/6-201.17-C
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Hood sticker on cooking line expired. in May 2025. No date marked for when it was done last. PIC stated that it was just done. Please have up to date sticker or have it cleaned before re-inspection date.
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Fauset at two bay sink next to dishwasher broken. Please replace.
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.