Did Gyro City pass their Boston health inspection?

Gyro City passed their inspection on January 12, 2022.

Where is Gyro City located?

Gyro City is located at 88 PETERBOROUGH ST, Boston, MA.

Gyro City

Q: What critical health violations were found at Gyro City?

Critical violation: (A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

PASS

Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 6:14 PM

Address

88 PETERBOROUGH ST

Boston, MA 02215

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

✓ Corrected

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Rice that was recently cooked had cooled to 120F prior to placing in the hot holding table- Product removed and reheated to 170F Ensure products are hot held at 135F or above

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

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

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

In use utensils stored between equipment- Removed Store properly

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 equipment 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

✓ Corrected

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Sponges in use at 3 bay sink- Removed

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 590.006/6-501.14-C

✓ Corrected

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Hood sticker expired December 2021- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection

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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• MINOR L1

✓ Corrected

Condition of issuance for nonpayment of 2022 Health Permit- Contact Health Department for payment

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Gyro City

Violations Cited

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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