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My Thai Cafe Vegetarian & Bubble Tea Bristro

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 4:16 PM

Address
3 BEACH ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
15 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 4 major
Facility History
90 inspections
37 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-402.13-P
✓ Corrected

Conveying Sewage (P)

:Cooking grease on sidewalk and street gutter apparently emanating from alley. Grease receptacle is full. Provide contract for licensed company to empty grase receptacle and records of routine grease disposal. Keeps logs for grease removal and grease trap cleaning up to date.

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-402.13-P
✓ Corrected

Conveying Sewage (P)

:Cooking grease on sidewalk and street gutter apparently emanating from alley. Grease receptacle is full. Provide contract for licensed company to empty grase receptacle and records of routine grease disposal. Keeps logs for grease removal and grease trap cleaning up to date.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF
✓ Corrected

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Fried tofu at 90F packed in small plastic container. Cooked in last hour. Cool foods spread out in single layer in metal. Tofu spread out and cooled to 70F in 15 minutes.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF
✓ Corrected

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Fried tofu at 90F packed in small plastic container. Cooked in last hour. Cool foods spread out in single layer in metal. Tofu spread out and cooled to 70F in 15 minutes.

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

One hand sink blocked with soiled pan and container. Staff observed washing hands at second hand sink. Keep hand sinks clear at all times. Corrected on site.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

One hand sink blocked with soiled pan and container. Staff observed washing hands at second hand sink. Keep hand sinks clear at all times. Corrected on site.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C
✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Rice scoop stored in 60F water. Store scoop in hot water over 135F or clean and dry.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C
✓ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Rice scoop stored in 60F water. Store scoop in hot water over 135F or clean and dry.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Drip trays at stove heavily soiled. Clean regularly to avoid attracting pests or possible fire hazard.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Drip trays at stove heavily soiled. Clean regularly to avoid attracting pests or possible fire hazard.

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.116-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Outdoor trash storage area sidewalk and street gutter with oil and grease from alley. Clean area and street to prevent grease from contaminating and clogging storm drains. Retrain staff to ensure gresae is not poured out on sidewalk.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.116-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Outdoor trash storage area sidewalk and street gutter with oil and grease from alley. Clean area and street to prevent grease from contaminating and clogging storm drains. Retrain staff to ensure gresae is not poured out on sidewalk.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.16-C

Storage Areas Rooms and Receptacles Capacity and Availability (C)

Provide copy of contract with licensed grease disposal company for storing and removing grease.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR L1
✓ Corrected

8-301.11 Post current Health Permit. 2023 Health Permit is unpaid. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov immediately to arrange payment.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

• MINOR L1
✓ Corrected

8-301.11 Post current Health Permit. 2023 Health Permit is unpaid. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov immediately to arrange payment.

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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