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Monday, February 7, 2022 at 7:48 PM

Address
333 HANOVER ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
9 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
60 inspections
27 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-203.14-P
βœ“ Corrected

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Water spray nozzle used to fill pots without backflow prevention.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
βœ“ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Certified Manager not monitoring warewashing and not ensuring hand washing is properly performed (using water only). Retrain and monitor staff. No 2022 permit. Provide and post. No allergen certification and poster. Provide. Manager did take corrective actions during the inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-202.12-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)

Hot water at hand sink in both restrooms fluctuates between 86F - 51F. Ensure water at or above 100F.

Why This Matters

WITHOUT HOT WATER: Bacteria removal drops by 75%. Studies show proper handwashing with hot water and soap removes 99.9% of bacteria, while cold water only removes 25%. This dramatically increases risk of spreading E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus - responsible for 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.

Code Requirements

Immediate action required: Provide hot water (100-120Β°F) at ALL handwashing sinks. Install water heater if needed. Temporary solution: heat water for handwashing until repairs complete. Staff must wash hands every 30 minutes, after touching face/hair, handling raw foods, using restroom.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Manager stated hand sink at cook line not safe to utilize. Upper hand sink at bar now operable but soda gun blocks front. Do not block access. Remove soda gun from front of hand sink at the bar. Ensure sinks operating properly and used for hand wash only. Retrain staff.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.15-C
βœ“ Corrected

Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

No data plate / instructions for dishmachine

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
βœ“ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Exterior of high dishwasher and piping at back flow heavily soiled with dust. 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
β€’ MINOR 590.005/5-203.13-C
βœ“ Corrected

Service Sink (C)

No service sink to dispose of mop water. Provide or request variance to dispose in toilet.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-201.12-C
βœ“ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)

Exposed pipes over basement dry storage. Provide properly constructed ceiling areas for storage of ffo equipmet utensils.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C
βœ“ Corrected

Handwashing Signage (C)

No signage designating hand sinks / handwashing as required in the kitchen.

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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