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Monday, February 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM

Address
165 TREMONT ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
54 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-404.11-PF

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Yogurt expired on 1.29.25 observed in refrigeration. Discarded.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
⚠ MAJOR 590.006/6-501.115-PF

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Dog observed in establishment. Only service animals allowed in establishment.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

No certified food manager certificate posted. Provide. Allergy certificate observed expired. Update.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(C). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(C) | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Dump sink on production line observed leaking into container. Repair as necessary.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.13-C

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Missing ceiling tiles on production line. Repair as necessary.

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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