Did Sweetgreen pass their Boston health inspection?

Sweetgreen FAILED their Boston health inspection on January 6, 2022 with 11 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Sweetgreen located?

Sweetgreen is located at 659 BOYLSTON ST, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Sweetgreen?

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

FAIL

Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 4:05 PM

Address

659 BOYLSTON ST

Back Bay, MA 02116

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

Arugula 51 F Spinach 51 F Per PIC these were placed in the wall refrigeration unit at 9:00 AM - These items were removed and place in walk in unit Wall refrigeration unit is at 60 F - All food has been removed and unit has been place out of service by PIC

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002/2-501.11-PF

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Written procedures are not in compliance with the food code (I provided the PIC with code approved procedures) Kit missing items

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. 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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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-204.112-PF

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

3 units on serving line at missing thermometers

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Cleaned food contact equipment in stored visabily soiled

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Bottom drawer does not close tightly - Salad unit on back wall (bottom left drawer)

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 equipment 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)

Dyson hand dryer has built up soils - Keep clean

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 590.004/4-901.11-C

Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)

Not allowing for proper air drying - Stacking wet equipment (repeat violations) PIC took corrective action and educated the person doing the ware washing

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

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• MINOR 590.004/4-903.11-C

(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Pots pans bowls are not inverted

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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

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• MINOR 590.005/5-501.113-C

Covering Receptacles (C)

No covers on trash receptacles on trash bins in kitchen/prep/ware washing

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-301.14-C

Handwashing Signage (C)

No Signage at hand sinks that states "Employees must was hands before returning to work" - Serving line/prep ware washing

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 personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR L1

Provide and post 2022 health permit - Esablishment owners/operator can contact the Health Division at isdhealth@boston.gov or (617)635-5326 to inquire for 2022 health permit At time of inspection the PIC did call and speak with Alina

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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Sweetgreen

Violations Cited

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

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

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Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)

Why This Matters

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(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

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Code Requirements

Covering Receptacles (C)

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Handwashing Signage (C)

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Code Requirements

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