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SHANGHAI GATEWAY RESTAURANT

PASS W/ CONDITIONS

Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 5:54 PM

Address
204 HARVARD AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
63 inspections
32 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

There is no certified manager's certificate or allergen trained manager's certificate posted. Provide certified manager in the kitchen. There are numerous risk factor violations gross unsanitary conditions and reoccuring violations at the establishment. Provide additional food safety trained managers to control violations in the establishment.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115

Insects Rodents Animals

This inspection was done in response to a complaint of rats. There are large rodent droppings in the basement. Provide pest reports showing treatment of rats. The back door is open without a screen. Provide a rodent proof door to prevent rodents from entering the establishment. 5/28/2014 The back door is not rodent proof. Provide a rodent proof back door that does not allow the light to enter.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 06-3-501.13

PHF's Properly Thawed

Items are thawing in stagnat water. Thaw properly.

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 06.3.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The walls in the kitchen are soiled with food debris. Clean. The hood vent is due for a cleaning. Have the vent cleaned by a licesned company. The ceiling tiles are soiled with food debris. 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
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114

Premises Maintained

The basement is overcrowded and there are rodent droppings along the walls. Remove unecessary items that are allowing rodent harborage and making it difficult for the exterminator to treat the area.

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 42.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department