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Eddie Merlot's

FAIL

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Address
505 CONGRESS ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
Facility History
14 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Observed heavy debris around the grease trap on the floor. Clean to remove.

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 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Observed rodent droppings on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove

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
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