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The Shames Cafe

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Monday, May 13, 2024 at 2:20 PM

Address
100 E NEWTON ST
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
14 inspections
5 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Food Labels (Pf)

Observed grab and go baked goods without label. Provide label of common name and include minimum requirements / ingredients

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.14-PF
✓ Corrected

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Observed no sanitizing test strips on site. Provide and maintain on site at all times. Tested Chlorine with Inspector strips today

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.003/3-303.12-C
✓ Corrected

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Observed milk stored in ice chest. Discussed with PIC to discontinue practice and maintain no items inside ice. PIC removed

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
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