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Melodias Restaurant

FAIL

Friday, October 29, 2021 at 4:06 PM

Address
1045 SARATOGA ST
East Boston, MA 02128
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
18 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Observed ground beef placed for hot holding regiatering 118F unit 155F. PIC stated that it has been out for an hour and place it on stove top for re-heating. Re-heat properly at 165F within two hours before placing for hot holding.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

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

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Wiping cloths stored soiled on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

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 590.005/5-402.12-C

Grease Trap(C)

Grease container and grease trap with soiled exterior. Clean properly.

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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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