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Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 4:51 PM

Address
234 HANOVER ST
North End, MA 02113
Category
FS
Violations
6 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
56 inspections
26 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL M-2-102.11

PIC Knowledge

No 2015 health permit on site - no allergen certification on site Provide

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.

• MINOR 10-4.302.11

Food Utensil Storage

Provide seperate scoops to dispense ice cream - rediuce potential allergen contamination

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 10.4.302
• MINOR 13-2-304/402.11
✓ Corrected

Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

No hair restraint on prep cooks -

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 13.2.304
• MINOR 14-4-202.11

Food Contact Surfaces Design

CUT NOZZLES ON THE MILK DISPENSER AT AN ANGLE AS DISCUSSED

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 14.4.202
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Defrost walk-in freezer from heavy ice buid up

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 15.4.202
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Repair the first step on the basement stairway - potential accident waiting to happen - a visible portion of the step is missing

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

FDA Code: Section 37.6.201
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