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Friday, March 19, 2021 at 7:16 PM

Address
1 N BEACON ST
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
Facility History
73 inspections
35 failures

Violations Cited

β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C
βœ“ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Wooden cutting board heavily scored. Resurface or replace.

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 590.004/4-501.15-C
βœ“ Corrected

Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

Dish machine door jams when opening. Repair.

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 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Door sweep missing on back door. Provide pest proof door sweep.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-303.11-C
βœ“ Corrected

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Walkin cooler dimly lit.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C
βœ“ Corrected

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Tofu fermentation machine in basement. REMOVE. Repeat violation.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C
βœ“ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Vent hood with dripping grease. Clean to remove. Provide current hood sticker.

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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