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Monday, May 6, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Address
225 FRANKLIN ST
Financial District, MA 02110
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠️ 3 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
19 inspections
7 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 03-3-501.14

Cooling

There is diced chicken stored on the top of the sandwich unit that is initially 92F and then after 15 minutes it is 90F. Provide proper cooling of 140F to 70F in two hours and then from 70F to 41F in an additioanl four hours. (Chef moved the chicken to the walk-in cooler on a cookie sheet to allow it to cool properly)

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 03.3.501
⚠️ CRITICAL 41-7-201/04.11

Separation/Sanitizer Criteria

The sanitizer at the bar glasswasher is over 200 ppm chlorine and the sanitizer at the sink is over 400 ppm quats. Provide proper sanitizer levels.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 41.7.201
⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

The new manager is not allergy certified. Provide certification and compliance with all sections of the law. (Information was left for the chef)

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

The interior of the ice machine is soiled. Clean.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 17-4-302.14

Test Kit Provided

There are no test kits for the quats sanitizer or chlorine dishwasher. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 17.4.302
• MINOR 19-4-501.18-.110

Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.

The low temperature dishwasher is only reaching 100F during the wash. Provide proper wash and rinse temperatures. The sanitizer at the three compartment sink is supposed to be between 65F and 75F. Provide proper temeprature.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

FDA Code: Section 19.4.501
• MINOR 37-6-501.11-.12

Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings

Hood vents are soiled and overdue for a cleaning. Have the vents cleaned by a licensed company www.cityofboston.gov/fire

Why This Matters

OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION: Peeling paint and debris fall into food. Condensation on ceilings drips bacteria onto prep surfaces. Studies found ceiling tiles harbor Bacillus cereus spores. Restaurant ceiling collapse contaminated food service for 200 guests.

Code Requirements

Walls/ceilings must be: Smooth and washable in food areas; Light-colored for easy soil detection; Free of holes, cracks, peeling paint; Sealed at all joints and attachments; Clean and free of grease, dust, cobwebs; Non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture.

Corrective Actions

Repair all holes within 14 days; Repaint with washable paint; Replace damaged ceiling tiles; Seal all penetrations; Clean walls and ceilings monthly; Fix any leaks immediately; Install FRP panels in splash zones

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006(B) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.11, 6-501.12
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