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Tora Japanese Restaurant

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 5:49 PM

Address
20 TYLER ST
Chinatown, MA 02111
Category
FS
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
38 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-601.11-PF
✓ Corrected

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Soda gun holder with soils. Interior of ice machine with black mold-like substance. Clean and maintain to prevent contamination.

Why This Matters

Improper equipment maintenance can harbor bacteria and contaminate food

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.17-C
✓ Corrected

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Soft wooden bowl (oke hangiri) used for seasoning sushi rice. Discontinue using soft wooden bowl for seasoning rice to prevent contamination. Use plastic or metal NSF approved

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
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C
✓ Corrected

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Soiled cardboard coering wall at end of suchi line. Discard cardboard and discontinue covering wall with cardboard. Clean wall regularly. Soiled cardboard attracts pests

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
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C
✓ Corrected

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Water on floor under water pitcher station. Ensure all pipes are connected properly to prevent water and soils attracting pests. Clean area and maintain.

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
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