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Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 4:42 PM

Address
110 DORCHESTER ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
20 inspections
9 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Products inside the low boy cooler like cut avocado and beans were 60F/58F- Discarded by Chef -Make sure all products are at 41F or below and held at that temperature to prevent bacterial growth

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

3 Gallon conatiner filled with Raw Chicken in buttermilk was out of temperature 47F for 24 hours or more. - Discarded and denatured voluntarily by chef. Store all prepped food in shallow hotel pan not in deep container to ensure proper cooling.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

I had Chef prepare hamburger due investigation during the process he touch raw patties placed them on the grill upon finishing the cooking process the chef grabbed the ready to eat bun from package. -Discontinue using touching raw products and then ready to eat. Chef discarded the bun and removed the gloves and donned new ones.

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(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(C) | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Handsink at the cookline was blocked on both sides by large trash barrels- Dicontinue bloscking handsinks make easily accessible for staff to use- PIC remove the trash barrels. Handsink in warewash had food containers blocking and underneath the sink PIC corrected on site

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Soiled wiping cloths on the cookline on counter not in sanitizer buckets - Store all soiled wiping cloth inside of sanitizer solution.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Both Hood ventilation is expired-Provide a current and up to date hood cleaning from a licensed hood cleaning 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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department