Did SYMPHONY SUSHI pass their Boston health inspection?

SYMPHONY SUSHI passed their inspection on May 16, 2022.

Where is SYMPHONY SUSHI located?

SYMPHONY SUSHI is located at 45 GAINSBOROUGH ST, Boston, MA.

SYMPHONY SUSHI

Q: What critical health violations were found at SYMPHONY SUSHI?

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.

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Monday, May 16, 2022 at 3:21 PM

Address

45 GAINSBOROUGH ST

Fenway, MA 02115

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

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

Items in the right side open top reach in reading 50Ffor 60-70 min per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below. PIC removing items to alternat unit to cool/hold 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

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⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-204.11-P

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Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Chlorine sanitizer at the 3 bay sink reading above 200PPM.Discontinue using Maintain sanitizer 50-100PPM PIC correcting

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7

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⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF

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

Interior panel of the ice machine observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.

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 590.004/4-204.112-C

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Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Provide a working internal thermometer in the sushi display unit.

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 temperature control 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

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Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Right side open top reachin reading 50F.Repair Maintain unit 41F or below Basement: soda syrup observed leaking at the storage rack.Remove/repair

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 590.004/4-601.11-C

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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Clean the interiors of the cook line reach in units to remove soils/food debris.

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 590.005/5-205.15-C

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System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Right side 3 bay sink observed leaking from the drainpipe.Repair

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

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Provide handwash only signage at the handsink.

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 590.006/6-501.13-C

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Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Clean the floor under the soda syrup dispensing rack to remove spills.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

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

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SYMPHONY SUSHI

Violations Cited

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

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

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Code Requirements

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

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Code Requirements

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

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Code Requirements

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

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Code Requirements

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

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Code Requirements

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

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Handwashing Signage (C)

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Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

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