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The Pearl Seafood Grill & Raw Bar

FAIL

Monday, July 26, 2021 at 2:16 PM

Address
20 DISTRICT AV
Dorchester, MA 02125
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
28 inspections
12 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-302.11-P

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

All raw foods are to be stored underneath or completely segragated from any ready to eat foods in the walk in units and / or all refrigeration - freezer units --- ensure oysters are well ioced and are not sitting in any pooling water strainers work well as we discussed during inspection

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-202.17-PF

Shucked Shellfish Packaging and Identification (Pf)

Keep all shellfish tags organized properly as we discussed during inspection - from day to day week to week and from month to month for a minimum of 90 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 safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-301.13-C

Drain boards (C)

The kitchen needs an additional area to properly air dry clean pots and pans address as discussed during inspection

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)

Clean all surface areas to remove visible food spills stains and soils

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 590.006/6-201.16-C

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Cover exposed electrical outlet above the prep table in the kitchen with exposed wires

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department