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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 3:53 PM

Address
636 BEACON ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
73 inspections
31 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodent activity with rat droppings throughout basement storage area some behind HVAC unit in kitchen. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. Live rat sighting in basement upon re inspection. Observed what appears to be rat droppings in kitchen next to ice machine odor of rodent urine under HVAC unit in kitchen. Corrected on site. Areas cleaned and sanitized.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-903.12-C
✓ Corrected

Prohibitions (C)

Cases of single use articles being stored in rodent infested basement with improperly constructed walls and ceilings. REMOVE. Discard any contiminated to go containers. Observed what appears to be rat droppings in kitchen next to ice machine odor of rodent urine under HVAC unit in kitchen.

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 590.004/4-903.12-C1
✓ Corrected

Prohibitions (C)

Pans and other food contact surface equipment being stored in filthy basement. Remove

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 590.006/6-202.15-C

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Active rodent burrows in basment. Treat and seal with pest proof materials. Establishment has removed all items from basement and is no longer in use.

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department