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Umai Japanese Restaurant

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Address
224 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FS
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
Facility History
82 inspections
38 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-403.11-P

Reheating for Hot Holding (P)

Products removed from refrigeration and are immediately placed under heat lamps with no reheating process- Reviewed and correced

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

Maintain all hot TCS foods at 135°F or above; Cannot use hot holding equipment to reheat

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-304.12-C

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Knives stored between equipment and the wall- Corrected on site Bowls used as scoop in bulk food- Provide scoop with handle

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.11-C

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Active water leak in the ceiling located in the back storage area- Roof above establishment and inclement weather during inspection Make proper repairs

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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