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Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 4:50 PM

Address
84 PETERBOROUGH ST
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
6 inspections
3 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Cooked pork belly at 120F in steam table for less than one hour. Reheated to 168F. Reheat for hot holding to 165F

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-402.12-PF

Records Creation & Retention (Pf)

Letter from fish purveyor for parasite destruction is expired. Provide letter for 2024

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 590.004/4-204.117-PF

Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)

No detergent connected to high temperature dish machine. Provide detergent for dish machine.

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Service line hand sink out of soap. Corrected on site. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times. No prep at time of 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 590.006. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Mouse droppings in basement and under service line dump sink. Clean and monitor for activity.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C

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

Dead mouse behind cookline. Dead roaches on glue trap under service line dump sink. Discard dead pests to prevent contamination Provide current pest report

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
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