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Village Pizza & Grill

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Friday, February 5, 2021 at 8:10 PM

Address
56 L ST
South Boston, MA 02127
Category
FS
Violations
7 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
51 inspections
23 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-603.11-PF

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

New menu's do not have the proper disclosure / reminder on them where needed address as discussed

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.002/2-401.11-C

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

Discontinue smoking outside by the rear door entering into the kitchen

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2
• MINOR 590.003/3-302.11-C

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Ensure all exposed foods are properly covered during extended periods of refrigeration / freezer storage

Why This Matters

DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.

Code Requirements

REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-101.19-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Clean to remove all visible food spills inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units cooking equipment on the cooking line

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 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Clean to remove all visible soils on the filters where needed

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 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Clean floors and walls in the prep room from all visible food spills stains and soils

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR L1

;Post current 2021 health permit in a conspicuoes location as discussed during inspectiom

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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