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Monday, February 27, 2017 at 8:25 PM

Address
26 PARK SQ
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
36 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-103.11
✓ Corrected

PIC Performing Duties

Per interview with PIC at time of inspection products at time of receiving are left at rear entrance where dumpsters are located until they are brought into the establishment. Reviewed procedures with PIC and products at time of delivery are to be brought directly into restaurant. No products to be dropped in areas outside of rear entrance of establishment

Why This Matters

EXTREME RISK: Without active management, ALL five CDC risk factors go unchecked. Studies show restaurants without certified managers have 2.5 times more critical violations. Lack of supervision leads to: temperature abuse (bacteria double every 20 minutes), cross-contamination spreading pathogens, sick employees working with food, improper cooking allowing pathogen survival. This single violation enables conditions for major outbreaks.

Code Requirements

PIC MUST: Be present during ALL operating hours; Hold valid food safety certification; Actively monitor employee health and hygiene; Ensure proper cooking, cooling, and holding temperatures; Verify foods from approved sources; Monitor handwashing compliance; Ensure equipment properly sanitized; Take immediate corrective actions for violations; Demonstrate knowledge to health inspector; Train and supervise all food employees.

Corrective Actions

IMMEDIATE: Designate qualified PIC immediately; If no certified manager available, cease operations; Implement active managerial control system; Create monitoring logs for all CDC risk factors; Retrain management on responsibilities; Post PIC duties checklist

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(B) | FDA Code: Section 2-103.11
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Ice used for drinks with bottled products stored in it. Discontinue and seperate ice used for cooling from ice used for drinks- Corrected at time of inspection

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15
✓ Corrected

Dishwashng Facilities

High temperature dishwasher located in upper warewashing with rinse temperatures of 196F-198F. Ensure rinse temperature is maintained at 180F- 194F. Establishment to use 3 bay sink and dishwasher located in lower level until proper repairs are made. Temperature of lower level dishwasher: Wash 153F/ Rinse 181F. Dishwasher not in use at time of inspection

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 16.4.501
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

Water dripping from pipe located next to high temperature dishwasher on upper level causing water to pool on shelving- Repair. No equipment on shelving at time of inspection

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
• MINOR 33-5-501.13-.17
✓ Corrected

Adequate Number Frequency Vermin Proof

Waste receptacle in ladies room used by employees with no cover -Provide

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 33.5.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Black mold like buildup at warewashing located in lower level. Mold like buildup in caulking along wall- Clean

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department