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Philadelphia Steak & Hoagie

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Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 8:16 PM

Address
200 FANEUIL HALL MARKET PL
North End, MA 02109
Category
FT
Violations
12 total
⚠ 4 major
Facility History
74 inspections
34 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC not performing duties equipment with grease and soil build up roach activity and unprotected foods ensure all.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

PIC not performing duties equipment with grease and soil build up roach activity and unprotected foods ensure all.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Roaches found throughout establishment on counters floors employee clothing and multiple glue boards with live and dead roaches clean to remove and supply detailed IPM reports

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Roaches found throughout establishment on counters floors employee clothing and multiple glue boards with live and dead roaches clean to remove and supply detailed IPM reports

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 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

1) Ketchup and mustard stored in #10 open cans store in food grade containers 2) Foods stored unprotected in refrigerator store in closed covered containers

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

1) Ketchup and mustard stored in #10 open cans store in food grade containers 2) Foods stored unprotected in refrigerator store in closed covered containers

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-601.11-C

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

1) Side of fryer with grease build up clean to remove 2) side of grill with heavy grease build up clean to remove 3) Counter tops with grease build up clean to remove 4) Exterior of low boy refrigerator with grease build up clean to 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-601.11-C

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

1) Side of fryer with grease build up clean to remove 2) side of grill with heavy grease build up clean to remove 3) Counter tops with grease build up clean to remove 4) Exterior of low boy refrigerator with grease build up clean to 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.11-C

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C)

1) Spatulas and fry baskets with grease build up clean to remove 2) Fryer with grease build up on inside clean to remove 3) To go containers and food trays with soils clean to 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.11-C

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C)

1) Spatulas and fry baskets with grease build up clean to remove 2) Fryer with grease build up on inside clean to remove 3) To go containers and food trays with soils clean to 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

1) Floors with heavy grease build up clean to remove 2) Glass partition and runner of glass partition on top of wall at cooking area with heavy grease build up clean to remove 3) Walls behind cooking line with grease build up clean to remove 4) Front counter and shelving under with grease build up clean to remove

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

1) Floors with heavy grease build up clean to remove 2) Glass partition and runner of glass partition on top of wall at cooking area with heavy grease build up clean to remove 3) Walls behind cooking line with grease build up clean to remove 4) Front counter and shelving under with grease build up clean to remove

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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