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Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 6:11 PM

Address
20 CHARLES ST
West End, MA 02114
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
26 inspections
10 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 27-5-103.11-.12
✓ Corrected

Hot and Cold Water

The handsink next to pizza ovens has only cold water 70F. Repair to prpvide hot running water at all sinks.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 27.5.103
⚠ MAJOR 35-6-501.111/.115
✓ Corrected

Insects Rodents Animals

Rodent droppings on the carpet next to the walk in. Clean area and treat for rodents.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Mice produce 50-75 droppings daily containing Salmonella, Hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms. Flies regurgitate and defecate on food, spreading E. coli, Shigella. One mouse can contaminate 10 times more food than it eats. Pest allergens trigger asthma in 26% of inner-city children.

Code Requirements

Facility must be pest-free: No live or dead pests; No droppings or urine; No gnaw marks or rub marks; No nesting materials; Effective pest control program; Monthly professional service recommended; All openings sealed; Remove harborage conditions.

Corrective Actions

Call pest control service immediately; Discard ALL contaminated food; Clean and sanitize all affected areas; Seal all openings larger than 1/4 inch; Install door sweeps; Eliminate standing water; Remove clutter; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.007(K) | FDA Code: Section 6-501.111, 6-501.115
• MINOR 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
✓ Corrected

Food Container Labels

Bulk food containers in the kitchen are not labeled. Properly label bulk containers.

Why This Matters

Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 02.3.602
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11
✓ Corrected

Food Protection

Employee food is stored with customer food. Provide separate area to store and for employees to eat their food.

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14
✓ Corrected

Toilet Enclosed Clean

Employee upstairs bathroom: Door is not self-closing. Provide self closing door.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.501
• MINOR 36-6-201.11
✓ Corrected

Floors Designed Constructed Installed

The floor next to the walk-in is carpet. Remove to provide a smooth cleanable durable surface.

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

FDA Code: Section 36.6.201
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department