Did MISONO RESTAURANT pass their Boston health inspection?

MISONO RESTAURANT FAILED their Boston health inspection on February 23, 2024 with 11 violations including 2 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at MISONO RESTAURANT?

Critical violation: Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P). This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Where is MISONO RESTAURANT located?

MISONO RESTAURANT is located at 669 VFW PW, Boston, MA.

MISONO RESTAURANT

FAIL

Friday, February 23, 2024 at 5:04 PM

Address

669 VFW PW

Boston, MA 02467

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-202.13-P

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Prep sink in kitchen did not have an air gap. PIC will need to get a plumber to install an air gap on the prep sink. 2-23-24 PIC provide paperwork that air gap will be installed on 2-29-24. PLease let me know if done before that time.

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

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.008/8-103.12-P

✓ Corrected

Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)

At this time PIC did not have up to date certificates from fish company that provide the fish. Provide

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.13-PF

✓ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Please provide an irreversible measuring device at re-inspection. PIC stated that he will talk to the kitchen staff to find it. if not please order one.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

At this time found rodent droppings on top of the dishwasher and what looked like dead roaches in the lights in the ceiling. PIC stated that pest control inspects every two weeks. He will email me past reports. Going forward please have a book with all the reports available to review.

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.002/2-401.11-C

✓ Corrected

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

PIC will need to review with staff not to store drinks or to eat in the kitchen on prep areas.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

✓ Corrected

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

PIC will need to have staff set up sanitizer buckets in kitchen and sushi prep areas.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Cooking equipment on cooking line will need to be cleaned to removed carbon build up. Clean exterior of bulk food containers. Handles to refrigeration equipment.

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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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

✓ Corrected

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker is good until May 2024

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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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.12-C

✓ Corrected

Cutting Surfaces (C)

PIC will need to clean/ bleach cutting boards to remove deep dark stains and mold. If will not come out please replace.

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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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

✓ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

PIC will need to clean the walls in the kitchen and above sushi prep table. Please clean the floor unde and behind cooking equipment.

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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• MINOR L1

✓ Corrected

PIC will need to address the payment of the 2024 Health Permit at 1010 Mass Ave. PIC stated that he mailed it out Saturday 2-10-24. PIC if you have any question about the permit fee please email ISDhealth@Boston.Gov

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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MISONO RESTAURANT

Violations Cited

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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