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Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 6:38 PM

Address
73 LINDEN ST
Allston, MA 02134
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
17 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
✓ Corrected

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

At the time of the inspection there was only one employee at the location. The employee was unable to answer questions related to food safety including sanitizer procedures- Review with 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
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.16-C
✓ Corrected

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Numerous soiled sponges noted at 3 bay sink- Discontinue use of sponges in warewashing area

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
✓ Corrected

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Areas throughout the establishment with heavy soils and debris. Areas include but not limited too All areas of the floors including along walls and under equipment Interiors and exteriors of refrigeration including heavy buildup on handles Interiors of freezers with heavy front buildup and soils from products Clean all areas throughout

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 590.006/6-202.15-C
✓ Corrected

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Large gap noted at the bottom of the rear door to the establishment- Make proper repairs

Why This Matters

PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.

Code Requirements

Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.

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