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Monday, March 2, 2015 at 6:09 PM

Address
225 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
6 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.14

Cooling

Eggplants prepared the previous day in the refrigerating unit at serving line 45F. Cool properly .

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 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

Sanitizer solution QUATs registered over 400ppm. PIC corrected it. Maintain between 200-400ppm.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Slicer with dried up food debris. Interior of Ice machine soiled. Clean and sanitize properly.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 16-4-301.12

Three Compartment Sink

Soiled dishes stored inside the wash bay. Provide proper soiled dishes racks.

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 16.4.301
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