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Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Address
343 CONGRESS ST
Boston, MA 02210
Category
FS
Violations
10 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
50 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-202.16-P
✓ Corrected

Ice (P)

Discard ice behind the bar used for beverages that contains some cut produce and plasticware. Ice is food keep clean and covered as discussed during storage Clean inside the main ice bin especially around the interior of the lid

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Hand sink in the " salad/ cold " section of the kitchen is not operating properly repair immediately as discussed during inspection. Ample hot water atmother hand sinks and ware washing machines scattered throughout the facility

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF
✓ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Missing paper towels at the hand sink in thenwarewashing department ensurenall hand sinks are properly stocked with soaps paper towels and ample hot water at all times of operating hours as well as before opening ( during prep )

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C
✓ Corrected

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Covered and wrapped boxes of raw poultry stored directly beside ready to eat foods in the refrigerated walk-in unit no visible signs of cross contamination but a bad retail practice Relocate trays of raw shell eggs stored above commercially wrapped blocks of cheese wrapped in the refrigerated walk-in unit no sigs of cross contamination at this time

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean exterior of all bulk food containers with thre dry rubs and other ingredients from visible spills stains and soils Clean the exposed compressors and surrounding areas above the ice machine as well as above the refrigerated walk-in unit from visible dust and debris

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Walk in refrigeration unit- ensure there is a proper barrier in between the raw poultry stored in the left corner of the walk in directly beside ready to eat produce and other ready to eat foods on shelving units

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.118-C
✓ Corrected

Warewashing Machines Flow Pressure Device (C)

Gage and flow device is not operating properly on the glass washer behind the bar address as discussed

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
✓ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Fan blades and guard attached to the wall and ceiling across from the walk in refrigeration unit appears soiled clean to remove all visible soils

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C
✓ Corrected

Controlling Pests (C)

Fruit fly activity around the dry bulk food containers and hallway in which they are stored address

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.16-C
✓ Corrected

Drying Mops (C)

Remove all in use mops and brooms squeezed in between the ice machine and wall and keepmelevated off the floor a minimum of six inches when not in use

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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