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Friday, February 18, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Address
31 ST JAMES AV
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
80 inspections
35 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Chicken salad in deep metal container on service line at 60F- Per the PIC product was prepared 1 hour prior to the inspection Ensure after preparing products that they are properly cooled to 41F or below prior to placing out for service. Product was removed at this time placed in shallow containers and put into the freezer to rapidly cool

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-404.11-PF

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Heavily soiled and expired canned products on storage shelving in back area- Remove

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.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.18-C

Warewashing Equipment Clean Solutions (C)

Wash water in 3 bay sink heavily soiled- Change with proper frequency

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

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