🚨 Recent Restaurant Closures 🚨
Home › SOPHIA'S GROTTO › Inspection

SOPHIA'S GROTTO

FAIL

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 11:16 PM

Address
18 CORINTH ST
Roslindale, MA 02131
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
38 inspections
20 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-203.12-PF

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Shell stock tags missing the last served /sold datemarking.Provide shelltags with proper last served/sold datemarking hold for 90 days in chronological order

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Interior white panel/chute observed soiled.Clean to remove soils.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

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
• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Posted certified food managers certificate observed expired.Provide a current certificate from a full time employee

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.004/4-601.11-C

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

Clean the exterior of the grease trap to remove 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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Clean the overhead ceiling & light fixture above the basment prep table to remove 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 590.006/6-501.13-C

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Clean the excess water from under the ice machine. Readjust drain pipe to prevent leaking to the floor

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

Provide an Allergy warning on the menu

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

View Facility Profile →

Tags

📍 Roslindale 🚇 Forest Hills (Orange Line) ⚠️ Food Storage ⚠️ Floor Maintenance ⚠️ Wall and Ceiling Issues ⚠️ Equipment Maintenance ⚠️ Food Protection ⚠️ Plumbing Issues
📍 Neighborhoods 🍽️ Cuisines 🚇 Transit ⚠️ Violations
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department