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Richdale Food Shops 110/City Conveince

FAIL

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM

Address
345 COLUMBUS AV
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
RF
Violations
3 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
21 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-404.11-PF

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Multiple retail packaged items observed with expired sell by dates.(Crackers pop tarts chips dry pasta) Remove/rotate daily (PIC removing from shelves)

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 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

The open air packaged grab n go unit is not operating.Repair (unit is empty)

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 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

There is chipped & peeling paint at the lower exterior of the beer coolers.Scrape paint repair/resurface

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
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