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Friday, January 8, 2021 at 4:53 PM

Address
270 WESTERN AV
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FS
Violations
10 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
45 inspections
22 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF

Food Labels (Pf)

Label and date mark all TCS foods stored in the walk in cooler. Date mark should be 7 days from time item was prepared with the prep date counting as one of the days.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

keep all in use wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Label one bay sink next to the hot line as a prep sink. Ensure that all food prep is conducted at the food prep sink and not at other sinks in the kitchen area.

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 food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-204.112-C

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

provide thermometer for the 1 door coke fridge in the basement.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

On the hot line remove tin foil from shelf below table on the line.Remove tinfoil clean shelf and reseal (paint) shelf to seal in rust buildup.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean exterior of the microwave oven. Clean panini press. Remove buildup of soils and food ebcrustments from the panini press. In the kitchen wait side cliean exterior of all of the bulk containers. At the service line clean bottom shelf inside the cold brew refrigerator. Remove soils and spills from the shlef.

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 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

In the basement keep all supplies 6 inches off the floor. On the hot line clean floor under the cooking equipment Remove heavy buildup of soils and food debris. In the kitchen remove cardboard on floor used at matting. If mats are needed provide food grade mats for use in the kitchen.

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

In the basement remove fly strips hanging from basement ceiling. Only use fly strips during off hours.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.

Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

In the basement remove unused refrigerator with interior rust buildup. Keep all brooms and dust pans 6 inches off the floor when not in use. Remove personal belongings from front counter area.

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 food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

Post 2021 Health Permit in a conspicious place

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department