Did Spagnoulos pass their Boston health inspection?

Spagnoulos FAILED their Boston health inspection on February 21, 2025 with 12 violations including 1 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at Spagnoulos?

Critical violation: Compliance with Food Law (P). This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Where is Spagnoulos located?

Spagnoulos is located at 240 HANOVER ST, Boston, MA.

Spagnoulos

FAIL

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Address

240 HANOVER ST

North End, MA 02113

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003(A)/3-201.11-P

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Discontinue purchasing and selling foods from " Retail stores" such as Market Basket at the restaurant - wholesale suppliers only

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(A) | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-302.15-PF

Washing Fruits and Vegetables (Pf)

Bottle of bleach inside the prep sink - removed during inspection

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-202.11-PF

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Remove all cutting boards with deep lacerations that cannot be cleaned properly

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Repair the broken cold water faucet at the prep hand sink

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

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• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Post current copy of the food safety certificate on site

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

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• MINOR 590.002/2-304.11-C

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Provide clean aprons for staff when cooking in the kitchen

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.17-C

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Remove the rusted wooden pizza board with splintered edges

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-101.18-C

Nonstick Coatings Use Limitation (C)

Resurface all rusted shelving units and prep tables where needed

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Remove all heavily soiled vents and soak in bleach overnight inside the three bay sink

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean all euipmemt [ copoking - freezers - refrigeration units - microwaves - and all sinks and ice machine ] from all visible food spills stains and 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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Clesan all surfaces inside the kitchen with visible food spills stains and soils

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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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

REmove all items not affiliated with the restaurant as discussed

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. 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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Spagnoulos

Violations Cited

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Washing Fruits and Vegetables (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonstick Coatings Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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