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Wens Rice Noodle & Ramen

FAIL

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 4:03 PM

Address
247 NEWBURY ST
Back Bay, MA 02116
Category
FT
Violations
4 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
42 inspections
18 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Prepared broth in kitchen reach in cooler not date marked. COS.

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 temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.003/3-305.12-C

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Dry food goods being stored in basement boiler/utility room located additional basement space behind a false wall with exposed utility pipes and wires with a dirt floor where canned goods are being stored. Remove. Discontinue using basement storage area for food storage.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
• MINOR 590.004/4-903.11-C

(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)

Single use articles and equipment being stored in unfinished basement with dirt floor. Remove.

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 equipment 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)

Unfinished basement with dirt floor lined with cardboard being used to store single use articles equipment. Provide properly constructed floors walls ceilings for areas where these items are stored. Consult ISD building department to inquire about use of basement space. Remove cardboard.

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
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