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PORTERS BAR & GRILL

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 5:23 PM

Address
173 PORTLAND ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
54 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.18-P
✓ Corrected

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Disposition (P)

Products under refrigeration passed the date mark for disposition ensure products discarded when expired

Why This Matters

LISTERIA GROWTH: Unlike other bacteria, Listeria grows in refrigeration. After 7 days can reach dangerous levels. Causes severe illness in pregnant women (20% miscarriage rate), elderly (20% mortality). 1,600 illnesses, 260 deaths annually.

Code Requirements

Date mark ALL ready-to-eat TCS foods: Day prepared = Day 1, Use within 7 days, Mark with prep OR discard date, Include on labels: date, product name, initials. DISCARD unmarked foods. Train all staff on system.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.113-C
✓ Corrected

Covering Receptacles (C)

No covered barrel in ladies room Supply

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 L1
✓ Corrected

Post 2021 Health Permit

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department