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Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 2:30 PM

Address
31 THACHER ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
55 inspections
28 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.004/4-602.11-P

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

Clean all cooking equipment on the hot line. Remove heavy buildup of soils and food encrustments on the cooking equipment and all attachments.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Dishes stored in hand sink. Remove dishes use hand sink for hand washing only.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Provide paper towels for the hand sink in kitchen on the service line.

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)

Remove heavy ice buildup inside the freezer on the hot line.

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 590.004/4-501.12-C

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Cutting boards on cold units on the service line are scoured and stained. Resurface or replace the cutting boards.

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 food safety 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)

Floor areas behind the counter and at the customer area have heavy buildup of soils and encrustments. The floor area throughout this establishment needs a deep thorough cleaning. Clean floor remove soils debris buildup and encrustments. Remove crdboard on the floor areas. Discontinue using cardboard as floor mats.

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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