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L'OSTERIA RESTAURANT

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Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 7:36 PM

Address
104 SALEM ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
58 inspections
21 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 01-3-203.12
✓ Corrected

Tags & Records

They have not been keeping the shellstock tags. Keep the shellstock tags organized for 90 days.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.203
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

The interior of the ice machine is soiled. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 38-6-202.11
✓ Corrected

Fixture's not properly shielded

The light in the walk-in cooler does not have a shatter proof cover. Provide a cover or shatter proof light.

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 38.6.202
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department