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Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM

Address
300 CAMBRIDGE ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FT
Violations
5 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
15 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Several small flies noted during inspection. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.

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

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Pastry rolling rack near warewashing area with no plastic cover. Corrected on site.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

PIC states bottom turbo oven had smoke coming from equipment vent on right side panel earlier this morning and set off fire alarm. ISD electrical had responded. No use of fire extinguisher occured. Unit has since been unplugged and is not in use. Make all necessary repairs. No noxious odors present at the time of 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Flaking plastic film on top of pastry cart cart has visible soils and crumbs. Clean to remove. Ensure pastry carts are cleaned and sanitized with the proper frequency.

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 590.006/6-202.12-C

Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System Vents (C)

HVAC vent above pastry case with dust. Clean to remove and ceiling around.

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
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