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Friday, June 16, 2023 at 5:51 PM

Address
367 NEPONSET AV
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
44 inspections
22 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Raw chicken and scallops inside of the lower drawers of the first flip top cooler with an elevated temperature of 49F. Addres and ensure all TCS foods are being cooled properly prior to beung placed out for service. Chicken and scallops were removed at the time of the inspection and placed into a refrigerator to continue the cooling process.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Evidence of live roach activity noted in the main kitchen area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of fruit fly activity noted on the first floor bar area. Address.

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 590.002/2-401.11-C

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

Water bottles observed being stored on top of foods inside of the flip top cooler. Discontinue and provide a designated area.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.12-C

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Boxes of food products observed being stored ont eh ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

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 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

First 2 flip top coolers with the lower shelves not being able to maintain the proper temperature of below 41F. Address and mak any necessary repairs. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. All foods from the lower portion of the coolers were removed at the time of the inspection. Technician was callled at the time of the inspection. Hand sink located in teh restroom damaged and cracked. Replace. Hand sink has been ordered and will be installed upon arrival.

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 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the first flip top cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs.. Upper portion of the unit was functioning at below 41F. Vents of teh ice machine visibly soiled. Clean to remove.

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)

Drainage pipe under the hand sink located next to the walk-in cooler is leaking. 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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