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Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 12:31 PM

Address
67 MAIN ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
57 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

Quaternary ammonia and water mixture dispensing 500ppm / Repair to provide proper sanitzer criteria

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

Small flies noted at bar / Contact pest control and provide logs on compliance

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

2 bags of onions stored on floor / Elevate at least 6" off of floor

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Walls and ceilings in kitchen worn and with visible soils / Clean and repaint

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

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department