Laughing Monk Cafe
PASSMonday, April 24, 2023 at 3:42 PM
Violations Cited
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Several bulk food containers without labels. Provide.
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 storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
In- use Utensils stored in cold stagnant soiled water. Discontinue store proeprly on a clean/sanitized surface. Observed plastic cup inside rice cooker. Discontinue use handled utensils only.
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.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Raw Meats stored behind the ready to eat food items at the cooking line sandwich unit. Separate properly. Only paper towels observed at the prep area on the lower level. No sanitizing solution. Wipe properly with sanitizer solution. Some food items stored on the floor at both walk-in units at lower level. Elevate properly. Observed mangos stored inside bulk brown rice container. Separate 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 food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Thawing (C)
Observed shrimp thawing in stagnant water at lower level prep area. Thaw properly.
Why This Matters
SURFACE CONTAMINATION: Room temperature thawing allows surface to reach 70°F+ while interior frozen. Bacteria multiply 7-fold every hour. Creates perfect conditions for Salmonella, Campylobacter growth. Major factor in poultry-related illnesses.
Code Requirements
Approved thawing methods ONLY: Under refrigeration (best), Under cold running water (70°F) in sink, In microwave if cooking immediately, As part of cooking process. NEVER at room temperature. Plan ahead for slow thawing.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Shelves and floors under them at both walk-in units at lower levels soiled. 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.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Floor under and around the prep sink and three bay sink soiled. Clean properly.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.