Hong Kong Supermarket of Allston
FAILWednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-701.11-P
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Multiple boxes of products in a walkin refrigeration unit with evidence of mildw and damage. Per packaging the product was to be maintained frozen. At the time of the inspection the product was voluntarily discardedand denatured
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-205.15-P
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of the inspection
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.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitorin pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department
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(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of ice machine at the seafood department with black mold like buildup- Clean properly
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.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department 06/11/25 Updated detailed pest reports for the supermarket the operating kiosks in the Super 88 and the vacant Kiosks in the Super 88 shall be provided to the Health Department following each treatment. Braman pest control on site at the time of the reinspection for the supermarket and for areas within the Super 88 which is also operated by the owners at the Supermaket Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Heavy encrusted soils and debris noted at several vacant kiosks located within the food court attached to the supermarket. Proper cleaning shall be conducted at all areas 06/11/25 Areas of the food court have had extensive clean- Additional cleaning shall be done to remove any odors or buildup in these areas
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.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Areas of floors below retail shelving with soils and debris- Clean properly
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.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department
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.