Legal Sea Foods
PASS W/ CONDITIONSFriday, September 8, 2023 at 6:46 PM
Violations Cited
590.008/8-103.12-P
Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
No testing strips for the acidification of sushi rice were available at the time of the inspection- Sushi rice PH is not properly being testing Provide adequate equipment and logging of sushi rice 09/08/23 Establishment continues to not have PH testing strips for the acidification of sushi PH meter available but staff does not know how to use it and there is no buffer solution to calibrate Discontinue use of sushi rice until proper testing equipment is available at the establishment to verify PH Last date PH was logged in the HACCP is 08/15/23
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of rodent activity at the location- Provide frequent updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control compant
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.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)
Observed employees drinking from open cups in the kitchen- Provide covered cups/straw
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Vulcan oven at the cookline is not operational- Make proper repairs 2 Door refrigeration unit at the entrance to the dry storage leaking water from the bottom- repair
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Numerous areas throughout establishment under equipment with built up soils and debris- Clean all areas throughout with proper frequency
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)
Ceiling throughout lower kitchen with numerous damaged areas and peeling paint- Noted on previous inspection Make proper repairs
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.