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Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 6:08 PM

Address
41 ESSEX ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
83 inspections
36 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-206.11-P

Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)

Cans of RAID under bar and in basement. Discard pesticides and discontinue spraying. Consult pest control for pest issues.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

No evidence of pests; Seal all openings; Remove harborage; Professional treatment when needed

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Interior door of ice machine soiled. Clean to prevent contamination.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

2nd hand sink in kitchen out of towels. 1st hand sink has towels no production. Ensure all hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Moisture and soils under bar. Moisture and soils on employee changing room floor. Food and debris under shelves in produce walk-in cooler. Clean all areas discard unused items. Floor in basement corner next to chest freezers with debris and rat droppings. Clean and monitor for activity Standing water from condensation under ice bin at bar. Discard water regularly to avoid attracting pests.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Multiple glue traps with dead cockroaches. Discard traps with dead pests to avoid accumulation and contamination. Reviewed pest reports- noted rat and roach activity. Provide pest control plan for minimizing pest activity. No live pests observed

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.

Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.14-C

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Basement hood system sticker expired. Provide cleaning date if cookline is in service.

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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