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The Halal Guys

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Address
137 STUART ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
31 inspections
11 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Establishment is reheating partially cooled beef shawarma cones sliced on grill without cooling product down to below 41F prior. Product is making multiple trips through the danger zone. Re-assess cooling and reheating practices to ensure code complaince.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

The CFPM is not monitoring proper cooling and reheating methods. Retrain staff.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.15-PF

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Establishment is cooling remnant cooked beef shawarma cones at 99F using indirect contact with ice and also cooling sliced beef in walkin cooler in deep hotel pans at 77F. Ensure proper cooling methods by slicing all beef for cooling using indirect contact with ice and/or increasing the surface area.

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
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Tongs for grill use with food particles being stored under grill. Wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry or store properly.

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.11-C

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Grill shovel used to remove shawarma meat from grill with scored and dents bolt holding handle on equipment has gaps where food particles collect. Replace.

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 590.004/4-903.11-C

(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Observed single use plastic cutlery offered for self service. Protect from contamination. Remove from self service.

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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