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Skara Grill

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Friday, June 25, 2010 at 4:06 PM

Address
1985 CENTRE ST
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
7 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16
✓ Corrected

Hot Holding

The gyro from lunch is being cooled and reused for dinner. Gyros need to be no more than four inches wide and can't be held for more than four hours. Then after four hours it must be discarded.

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

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
• MINOR 16-4-501.11/.15
✓ Corrected

Dishwashng Facilities

The sanitizer line on the dishwasher is broken. Repair so dishwasher is working 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 16.4.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

The hood vent sticker shows that the vent was due for a cleaning in April. Have the vent cleaned or the sticker updated to show a more recent cleaning.

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