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Sugar Bowl Cafe LLC

FAIL

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 4:34 PM

Address
857 DORCHESTER AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
13 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

At the handsink there was no papertowels - Provide papertowels to ensure staff is washing hands 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 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Handsink nozzle have water spouting out- Repair or replace nozzle

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Immature flies and mature flies observed - Provide an up to date pest control report detailed from a licensed pest control company

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 L2

No Allergen training posted - Post a updated allergen certificate from a accredited food safety program

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