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Viga Italian Eatery

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Monday, January 14, 2013 at 5:03 PM

Address
275 WASHINGTON ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FT
Violations
3 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
48 inspections
19 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 01-3-602.11 B2
✓ Corrected

Labeling of Ingredients

There are grab and go items with incompete labals. Make sure all labels have complete ingredients or have them nearby in a binder.

Why This Matters

This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk

Code Requirements

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

FDA Code: Section 01.3.602
⚠ MAJOR 22-4-601/602.11
✓ Corrected

Food Contact Surfaces Clean

The mixer upstairs in soiled. Celan to remove.

Why This Matters

BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.

Code Requirements

Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.

Corrective Actions

Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004(G) | FDA Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
• MINOR 42-6-501.113/.114
✓ Corrected

Premises Maintained

There are leftover decorations stored above equipment. Remove unecessary items.

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 42.6.501
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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department