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Monday, November 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM

Address
417 WASHINGTON ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FT
Violations
11 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 3 major
Facility History
38 inspections
17 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-203.14-P

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Prep sinks without proper air gap for backflow prevention. Provide. Use a colander until properly plumbed.Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.11-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

There is no soap at the front handsink. provide soap at the handsink so employee can properly wash their hands( Corrected on site)

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-301.12-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Hand sinks in kitchen did not have any paper towels. Please provide ( corrected on site)

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF
βœ“ Corrected

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of rodents activity with large dropping observed behing the mop sink area / clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.go Back Area under icemachine /remove evidence of traps with old dead rat/

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
β€’ MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
βœ“ Corrected

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

provide up to date certified food managers certificate/expired 1/22/25.provide up to date allergen certificate for certified food manager/ expired 3/6/25

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
β€’ MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C
βœ“ Corrected

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Bulk foods/Flour/provide proper scoop with handle for bulk food bin.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-204.112-C
βœ“ Corrected

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

front service cold Holding unit/ provide internal thermometer to unit to measure 41 degrees or below

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C
βœ“ Corrected

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Ice Machine in the back observed Leaking. 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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-602.11-C
βœ“ Corrected

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C)

clean and sanitize the interior of the ice machine to remove possible mold-like substance. clean and sanitize can opener blade to remove heavy soils

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C
βœ“ Corrected

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

All floors in kitchen front counter area and warewashing rooms observed with debris and grease build up/ Clean to Remove there is food buildup under the refigeration and under equipment. clean to remove debris buildup and seal any opening. Stagnant water observed stored under the icemachine and in mop sink area/ clean to remove

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
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
βœ“ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

There are a holes in the front counter ceiling. Repair to provide smooth cleanable surface

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department