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Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 4:15 PM

Address
695 CENTRE ST
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
43 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
✓ Corrected

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Returned 1/11/23 containers of raw vegetables that were held at room temperture where now held on ice by cooking line- Still not holding proper temperature 41F or below. (carrots 54 herbs 55). Noodles held on line in room temperature (80F) Provide refrigeration or hold on the line to for proper cold holding at 41F or below.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-301.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Using residental toaster oven in sushi area for hot holding - replace with commercial grade unit Vegetables held on ice by cooking line out of temperature - provide proper refrigeration to hold at 41f or below

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 590.004/4-602.13-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

1/11/23 Observed some general cleaning done but there are still areas that need attention: Heavy carbon build up on hood and vent over cooking line - Clean to remove Floors under and around equipment in kitchen cooking area with food soils and grease build up. Clean Walls behind dish machine and 3 bay sink upstairs stained and soiled -clean to remove Walls behind prep sink downstairs stained and soiled - Clean to remvoe Walls in basement encrusted with stains - clean to remove Concrete shelf at bottom of basement stair with spices have dust and spillled spices - Clean to remove Fryer fryer doors and shelving - heavy grease build up. - Clean to remove Walls with tanks for Ansul systems covered in grease -clean to remvove All surfaces should be clean to sight and touch.

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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