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Monday, September 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM

Address
51 BLOSSOM ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
52 inspections
15 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-402.11-P

Backflow Prevention (P)

At the prep sink in the kitchen area provide an air gap.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.007/7-102.11-PF

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

In the mop closet there was a spray bottle with fluid inside of of that was unlabeled. Β PIC indicated that it was sanitizer and labeled it after it was observed and pointed out to them.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-601.11-C

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

On the kitchen prep line there is a vegetable dicer with dried encrusted food debris stuck in the blades. At the hot serving line the floors under the equipment have dried encrusted soils. In the dry storage area the floors underneath the shelving have debris and dried encrusted soils. Clean and sanitize food contact and non food contact surfaces of soils.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

At the hand sink opposite the hot holding cabinet pass the water coming out of the hand sink was 133F. Tk. Repair or adjust so water is at a temperature so that proper hand washing can be done.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

There was a dead rat on a glue trap at the exterior of the building near where the trash storage area is. Β PIC states he will let maintenance know so they can remove it. Β No evidnce of pests were observed in the kitchen or dining areas.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.

Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.16-C

Drying Mops (C)

Per PIC the mop that was stored in the mop bucket was used this morning and needs to be stored properly to dry. Store mops that are not in use so they can dry properly to prevent contamination.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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