Did The Upper Crust pass their Boston health inspection?

The Upper Crust FAILED their Boston health inspection on June 14, 2021 with 12 violations including 1 critical violations.

What critical health violations were found at The Upper Crust?

Critical violation: uspension of Permit with Notice (P). This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Where is The Upper Crust located?

The Upper Crust is located at 20 CHARLES ST, Boston, MA.

The Upper Crust

FAIL

Monday, June 14, 2021 at 3:38 PM

Address

20 CHARLES ST

Beacon Hill, MA 02108

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.014(B)/SummaryS-P

uspension of Permit with Notice (P)

Opertating without a permit. Pay ASAP at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue 4th floor health division. Issued next day notice of closure.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.014(B). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.014(B) | FDA Code: Section SummaryS

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⚠ MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

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

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF

Time as a Public Health Control ( Pf)

Offering pizza using TPHC provide procedures or hot hold at above 135F. COS

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(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003(D) | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Multiple foods in coolers not date marked. Provide.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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⚠ MAJOR 590.005/5-205.11-PF

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Cookline handsink obstructed by pizza box. Maintain free access. COS.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5

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⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.111-PF

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Observed serveral flies in dining area and basment. Provide updated IPM pest control report.

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.003/3-305.11-C

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Glass mirror stored near ice machine in basement. REMOVE.

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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• MINOR 590.004/4-501.11-C

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Broken gaskets at cookline reach in coolers. Replace. Units holding at below 41F.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Cookline floors with crumbs and food soils. Inside refrigerator doors with food debri. Clean to remove.

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Hole observed on floor in basment prep room. Repair. Floors in basement with worn paint and exposed concrete. Seal.

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

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.114-C

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Propane tanks stored in alleway. Remove. Store properly.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR L1

No allergen statement on menu. Provide

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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The Upper Crust

Violations Cited

uspension of Permit with Notice (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

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

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Time as a Public Health Control ( Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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