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South End Pita

FAIL

Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at 7:22 PM

Address
471 ALBANY ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
FS
Violations
2 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
53 inspections
25 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.16

Hot Holding

Hot hold of Chicken sitting on grill @ 118f ensure proper hot hold of 140f or above

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 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Heavy Carbon build up on grill vents clean to remove

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