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Scholars Restaurant

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 4:50 PM

Address
23 SCHOOL ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 2 critical
Facility History
51 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P
✓ Corrected

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

The soup on the steam table is 118F. Properly reheat items for hot holding to 165F then hold at 135F

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-202.13-P
✓ Corrected

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

There is a hose attached to the three bay sink that is not allowing an air gap. Provide proper backflow prevention.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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 590.004/4-101.17-C
✓ Corrected

Wood Use Limitation (C)

They serve their pizza on a wooden cutting board and some of the boards are worn. Provide a paper lining or replace worn 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
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