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Flour Bakery + Cafe

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Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Address
1B CHARLES ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
5 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.11-PF

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Flip top cooler in basement prep area inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Alternative refrigeration holding at below 41F on site.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.12-C

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Soda syrup stored under basement stairwell that has an opening. Relocate or seal openinings with smooth durable cleanable materials according to stamped plan review worksheet in hand.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.14-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)

Hood is not completed yet with detached duct work and no sticker. Make all necessary repairs provided properly hole punched hood tag from BFD licensed hood maintenance company.

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 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

No screens on takeout windows. Provide.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department