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Rigoletto

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 4:35 PM

Address
115 SALEM ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
16 inspections
4 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-203.11
✓ Corrected

Number Convenient

There is no handwash sink in the pasta prep area the nearest handsink is on the other side of the basement in the dishroom. Provide a convenient handwash sink for the prep area.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 31.5.203
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

There is a what appears to be a wate line over the prep table in the pasta area. Provide separation between waste lines and food storage or prep.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 08.3.305
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11
✓ Corrected

Installed and Maintained

The hot water behind the bar is getting warm but it's not reaching 110F. Provide proper water temperature.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 29.5.201
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

There is a small pasta prep area near the walk-in cooler that appears to be recently added. The ceiling in this area is exposed brick. Provide a ceiling area that is smooth cleanable and durable. The walls in the pasta prep area are also exposed brick. Resurface ot provide a smooth ceanable durable surface.

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
• MINOR 39-6-304.11

Rooms and Equipment Vented

The fryer is not under the hood vent. Provide properly vented equipmnet (will refer to BFD)

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 39.6.304
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