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Monday, August 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM

Address
400 NEPONSET AV
Dorchester, MA 02122
Category
FS
Violations
5 total
⚠️ 2 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
6 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-306.11-P
✓ Corrected

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Countertop taco toppings bar needs longer shield on the front of the case to help prevent from possible consumer contamination.

Why This Matters

Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠️ CRITICAL 590.005/5-202.13-P
✓ Corrected

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Provide an air gap under the food prep sink. A licensed plumber must pull a permit with ISD plumbling department work to be signed off by plumbing inspector

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

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
⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-602.11-PF
✓ Corrected

Food Labels (Pf)

Tres Leches cake and cut mango with other ingredients without ingredient labels in grab and go / Provide individual labels on grab and go items with a full list of ingredients

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 food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C
✓ Corrected

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Hood tag expired in May 2025/ Contact hood cleaning company ASAP

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.12-C
✓ Corrected

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Equipment on cookline with visible soils / 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 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department