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Friday, September 8, 2017 at 2:19 PM

Address
4 LIBERTY SQ
North End, MA 02109
Category
FS
Violations
11 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
19 inspections
8 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 31-5-203.11

Number Convenient

No hand sink behind the main bar in the service area. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 31.5.203
⚠ MAJOR 01-3-203.12

Tags & Records

At the time of the inspection only 1 shellstock tag was available . Discontinue and ensure shell stock tags are maintained for a minimum of 90 days.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.203
• MINOR 04-3-501.15/4-301.11

Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Pickles and other foods inside of the 2 door deli style cooler with elevated temperatures (48F). PIC stated they had just been prepared approximately an 1.5 prior. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place prior to being placed out for service. Pickles were removed at the time of the inspection.

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 04.3.501
• MINOR 05-4-302.12

Food Thermometers Provided

No food thermometers available at the time of the inspection. Provide.

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 05.4.302
• MINOR 08-3-305-307.11

Food Protection

Hand sink located directly next to the preparation sink with no splash guard. Provide to ensure no contamination from dirty hands. Faucet of hand sink in the basement preparation area not working. Discontinue all preparation in the basement unless hand sink is fully functional and equipped.

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 08.3.305
• MINOR 15-4-202.16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces

2 Beer coolers behind the bar are not draining properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 17-4-204.112/.115

Equipment Thermometers

Small 2 door Beverage Air cooler near entrance to kitchen with no evidence of a thermometer. Provide. Unit was operating properly at the time of the visit.

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 17.4.204
• MINOR 23-4-602.13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

Interior of the 2 beer coolers behind the main bar with excess moisture. Clean to remove.

Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.

Code Requirements

Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.

Corrective Actions

Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-602.13
• MINOR 29-5-201/02.11

Installed and Maintained

Hand washing sink not completely installed in the main kitchen area. Address and ensure the hand sink is dully stocked and fuctional. Additional hand sink in the dish room until the new hand sink has been installed.

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 29.5.201
• MINOR 32-6-301.11-02.11

Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

No soap paper towels or signage present at hand sink. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 32.6.301
• MINOR 37-6-201.11

Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed

Several ceiling tiles missing in the basement area. Replace.Wall near the liquor room in the basement area dameaged and in disrepair. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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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