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Friday, April 30, 2021 at 2:17 PM

Address
240 MOUNT VERNON ST
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
65 inspections
27 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P1

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Breakfast station: egg patty 80F cooked sausage 89F scrambled egg pouch 118F. Eggs and sausage cooled. Scrambled eggs discarded. Hot holding drawer needs a thermometer to confirm it is 135F or above. Recommened cold holding egg and sausage patties and heating to order.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-603.11-PF

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

There is no advisory on the menu either in house or online. Asterix on menu next to hamburgers does not correspond to an advisory or disclosure. Menu needs to be corrected to indicate if burgers are cooked to order or well done. If well done staff must be trained on correct final temperature.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

No paper towels or dryer at hand sink in warewash area. Corrected on site.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-501.13-C

Thawing (C)

Salmon thawed in refrigerator in sealed reduced oxygen packaging. Opened by PIC.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Soil build up on floor behind mop sink under front service line around electrical outlets on service line wall behind griddle and floor under 3 bay sink. Clean and maintain.

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
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