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Dumpling Cafe Inc.

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 4:16 PM

Address
693 WASHINGTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
62 inspections
30 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-302.11-P
✓ Corrected

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Produce stored in old chicken boxes- ginger and cabbage. Discard old chicken boxes. Discontinue storing any food in old chicken boxes to prevent contamination.

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Gray water entering basement through wall and alley drain being pumped out and reciculating. Discontinue all food preparation in basement. Have licensed plumber inspect and assess problem and solution. When repairs have been made clean and disinfect basement areas affected by water. Next day closure order issued

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Person in charge must contact licensed plumber and consult landlord to determine source of water pouring into basement and immediately remedy situation. Instruct staff not to prepare food in basement to avoid possible contamination for water in basement. Contact Health Department when plumbing emergencies take place. Hire professional cleaning compeny to clean and disinfect basement- provide documents or invoice Discontinue preparing dumplings on site- purchase dumplings and provide receipt

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Rat droppings in basement under shelves. Debirs and soils under shelves. Clean basement area near employy bathroom- clean floors grease trap and remove trash and old boxes.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C
✓ Corrected

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Discontinue food preparation in basement to prevent contamination from water leaking into basement.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
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