Did FLAMES RESTAURANT pass their Boston health inspection?

FLAMES RESTAURANT passed their inspection on March 31, 2022.

Where is FLAMES RESTAURANT located?

FLAMES RESTAURANT is located at 746 HUNTINGTON AV, Boston, MA.

FLAMES RESTAURANT

PASS

Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Address

746 HUNTINGTON AV

Mission Hill, MA 02120

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF

✓ Corrected

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Hand sink in the prep area is loaded with dirty pots and pans - keep clean and free from any clutter or utensils pots and pans at all times during food preperation

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed

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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• MINOR 590.002/2-402.11-C

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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: Average person sheds 50-100 hairs daily. Each hair can carry up to 1 million bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus from hair causes rapid food poisoning (1-6 hours) with severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Cannot be killed by reheating once toxin forms.

Code Requirements

All staff handling food MUST wear: hairnets, caps, or effective hair restraints covering all hair; beard nets for facial hair over 1/4 inch; no loose hair touching shoulders. Provide hair restraints for all staff immediately.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Set up as discussed so there is one sanitizing bucket with cloths for raw foods and then a seperate one for ready to eat foods

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C

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Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Discontinue the use of sponges to clean food contact surfaces [ cutting boards and knives ] - sponges can be used to clean floors walls and ceilings

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

✓ Corrected

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Clean to remove all visible soils where needed

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-301.13-C

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Drain boards (C)

Currently not enough clean space to properly air dry the large pots and pans adddress

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-603.12-C

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Preclearing (C)

Remove as much food debris from inside the large pots before trying to wash them to ensure all interior sections of the pots are being properly cleaned

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

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• MINOR 590.005/5-402.12-C

✓ Corrected

Grease Trap(C)

Clean to remove visible rust and soils

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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

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• MINOR 590.005/5-501.113-C

✓ Corrected

Covering Receptacles (C)

Address

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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

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• MINOR 590.005/5-501.15-C

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Outside Receptacles (C)

keep lids on the barrels closed tightly when not in use - clean inside and oiutside of each trash container from visible food soils

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean all areas of the kitchen where needed from visible food soils

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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FLAMES RESTAURANT

Violations Cited

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Drain boards (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Preclearing (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Grease Trap(C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Covering Receptacles (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Outside Receptacles (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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