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Mike's Cafe

PASS

Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 4:07 PM

Address
190 HIGH ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
18 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 05-4-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Thermometers Provided

Proivide metal stemmed thermometer for monitoring food temperatures.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 05.4.302
• MINOR 21-3-304.14
✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize

wiping cloths left on tables and counter tops in kitchen. Keep wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 21.3.304
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

2 hood filters on left side of hood have heasvy grease buildup. Clean filters. Clean wall behind the grill. Remove food spills and encrustments on walls.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department