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Samurai Boston

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Monday, December 29, 2008 at 6:37 PM

Address
827 BOYLSTON ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
44 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-202.11-.17

Recieving/Sound Condition/Proper Temperatures

The sushi rice from yesterday was saved without 24 hour lab test. Discard.

Why This Matters

Improper temperatures allow rapid bacterial growth, potentially causing severe foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.202
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Sushi bar: Employees are washing their hands at the prep sink and preparing vegetables at hand sink. Use appropriate sink to prevent contamination. Back area: Employees are scooping ice cream in back area. Provide safe area to prepare desserts that is setup for prep and has access to a handsink. Walk-in refrigerator is not organized. Organize fridge and elevate all products.

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 10-3-304.12

Food Utensil Storage

Ice cream utensils and rice utensils are stored in stagnant water. Store properly.

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 10.3.304
• MINOR 17-4-204.112/.115

Equipment Thermometers

Bar: No thermometer in the refrigerator under the bar. Provide.

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 17.4.204
• MINOR 26-4-502.13

Re-use of Single Service Articles

Single service knives are being washed. Discontinue the practice.

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 26.4.502
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Pipe in the back room is leaking. Repair.

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

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Employee bathrooms: Hood vents are dusty. Clean to remove.

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
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department