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The Kenmore

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Monday, July 8, 2024 at 4:14 PM

Address
476 COMMONWEALTH AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
13 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-603.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

No consumer advisory on QR lunch and dinner menu for burgers cooked to order. Provide font size 11 or above https://www.thekenmorebar.com/menus/#lunch-dinner

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 590.005/5-204.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Handsink fixture protruding from wall capped at cookline appears previous unit was removed. Re-intsall.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.004/4-602.11-C
✓ Corrected

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

Inside ice machine with pink colored soils. Clean and sanitize.

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 590.005/5-403.12-C
✓ Corrected

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

Condensation line on exterior of walkin cooler is draining into area next to grease waste bin and pooling standing water. Reroute discharged away from the area.

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.115-C
✓ Corrected

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Outside rear door with pooling water and greasy soils. Clean to remove and discard of waste water into mop sink.

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-501.116-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Waste oil container with soils and food debris. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container. Apply for site cleanliness license at https://www.boston.gov/departments/inspectional-services/how-apply-site-cleanliness-license

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C
✓ Corrected

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Walkin cooler floor paneling is loose. Repair.

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
✓ Corrected

Online menu missing allergen statement. Provide font size 11 or above. Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer's allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. https://www.thekenmorebar.com/menus/#lunch-dinner

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