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DOLCE VITA (1696 Comm. Ave.)

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Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Address
1696 COMMONWEALTH AV
Brighton, MA 02135
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
35 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-303.11-P

Ice Used as Exterior Coolant Prohibited as Ingredient (P)

Milk and other dairy stored in ice machine. Discontinue storing dairy in ice machine with ice used for beverage ice. Corrected on site.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Interior of ice machine with black mold-like substance. Clean and sanitize.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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