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Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 5:44 PM

Address
67 MAIN ST
Charlestown, MA 02129
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
57 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

The items oin the steam table are not hot enough; sauce 90F roasted tomatoes 123F. Provide proper hot holding of 135F or above. (The manager discarded the items on top of the steam table)

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

The certified food manager and allergen trained manager is spluit between the two locations. Provide a full time certified food manager at each location.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

The containers of flour are stored on milk crates. Provide foodservice shelving or dunnage racks to store items.

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 36-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Floors

There is flour and dust buildup on the floor especially around the edges. Clean to remove debris.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.

Code Requirements

Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.

Corrective Actions

Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(A) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 39-6-304.11

Rooms and Equipment Vented

There is an air conditioner unit venting into the hood vent. Properly vent the air conditioner.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 39.6.304
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