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Formaggio Kitchen

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Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Address
268 SHAWMUT AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
8 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF
✓ Corrected

Time as a Public Health Control ( Pf)

Establishment using Time as a public Health control for egg sandwiches. No procedures on site and no written time stamps for product. Provide written prodcures for all items using time and temperature.

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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(D) | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Light observed through bottom of back door. Provide door sweep to prevent potential pests.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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