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Mattapan Fish Market

FAIL

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 3:42 PM

Address
1600 BLUE HILL AV
Mattapan, MA 02126
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
20 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-205.15-P

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

- Observed no air gap under the prep sink. - Observed the main drain on the floor not draining. - Observed the ice machine not properly plumbed correctly. The water is drain out on the floor. - Hot water is temping at 75F. Please ensure the water is 100F. Spoke to plumber on the phone and he stated that he would be out tonight to connect all the times listed above. Please provide invoices for all plumbing work prior to the re inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Observed wiping clothes being stored on the cutting board. Provide sanitizer buckets.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.13-C
✓ Corrected

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Observed basement floor with 4 big holes. Owner stated that the post that were installed were pressure treated. They are replacing/adding steal post. Please provide invoice from contractor after the work has been completed in the basement and the floors have also been added and sealed.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department