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Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 5:51 PM

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

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Heavy presence of fruit flies at bar and in rear hallway. Mice droppings on floor in back dry storage hallway area. Provide updated IPM pest report for treatments upon reinspection. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C
βœ“ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Wall to left of handsink with damaged materials exposed wood seperating from wall. Repair.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.15-C
βœ“ Corrected

Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

High temp dish machine in kitchen is leaking during cycle. Make all necessary repairs. PIC states parts on order. Unit final rinse is 180F.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
βœ“ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Sticky soils on surfaces floors and shelving behind bar. Rear hallway with visible soils on floors under shelving. Clean under around and behind equipment of visible 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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-202.13-C
βœ“ Corrected

Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Fly ribbon in use. Remove. Install caged self contained fly trapping device by licensed pest control provider.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C
βœ“ Corrected

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

Dead insects on window sill behind bar. Clean and disinfect.

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 L1
βœ“ Corrected

No allergen awareness certificate posted. Provide. Food Allergen Awareness Training. (a) Such food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for five years. (b) The certified food protection manager shall: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of major food allergens by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and 2. Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as it relates to their assigned duties.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department