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Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Address
1917 DORCHESTER
Dorchester, MA 02124
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
50 inspections
22 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-701.11-P

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Several bags of uncooked pasta with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and ensure all foods are being checked for any type of adulteration. Bags of pasta were voluntarily discarded at the time of the inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.007/7-206.12-P

Rodent Bait Stations (P)

Evidence of open bags of poison observed under the benches in the main dining room. Discontinue use and clean to remove.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007 | FDA Code: Section 7
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of what appears to be gnaw markings and rodent droppings on storage shelves and bags of pasta in the dry storage room. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Underneath benches in the main dining area with what appears to be rodent droppings and open bags of poison. Clean to remove all.

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 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Mop sink inside of the closet is not draining. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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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