Mesob Restaurant and Bar
FAILThursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Violations Cited
590.005/5-203.14-P
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Observed no air gap on food prep sink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs
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.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Observed no vomit kit with procedures on site. Provide
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Provide complete consumer advisory to menu for all raw/undercooked items. Per PIC Beef dish will be served undercooked. Instructed PIC to submit menu for review
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.
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Observed no measuring device for high temp dish machine. Provide irreversible thermometer or alternative measuring device for high temp dish machine
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Observed no hand soap at handsinks. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand soap at all handsinks during operations.
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.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Observed no paper towels at handsinks. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all handsinks during operations.
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.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Observed no internal thermometers for refrigerated units and no thermometers for food temperatures. Provide both types of thermometers and maintain on site
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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Observed high temp dish machine displaying rinse cycle @ 182F; internal temperature measure with inspector thermometer indicates 143F. Contact company for service to ensure hot water is reaching minimum temperature for sanitization
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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing Signage (C)
Provide handwashing signage at all handsinks.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
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.