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Pikalo J.P.

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Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 6:54 PM

Address
360 CENTRE ST
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
Facility History
21 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

• MINOR 590.005/5-402.12-C
✓ Corrected

Grease Trap(C)

Grease barell observed heavily soiled from grease build up. Clean to remove. New grease barell in the process to be delivered by PIC 8.25.25

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C
✓ Corrected

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Multiple holes observed on the ceiling downstairs in the basement area. Potential entryway for pests. Repair.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Live cat cat food and cat litter observed downstrairs in the basement. Remove No live cat on site . IPM report showed activity (8.25.25) PIC to email detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report to : inca.prince@boston.gov

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department