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Mario's

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Friday, November 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM

Address
8 PERKINS ST
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
10 inspections
6 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

At this time found droppings along the wall under sinks and the leadge along the basement stairs. Please clean to remove. Have pest control come out and address the areas listed and provide you with recommendations to rodent proof the walls and any other areas that need attention. Please fill holes and cracks to block them from getting in.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-904.11-C1

Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination (C)

As discussed please store the unmade pizza boxes out back off the ground.

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 590.005/5-501.11-C

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

PIC will need to work on keeping the back area clean and fee of any trash and debris.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
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