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Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:20 PM

Address
122 BROOKLINE AV
Boston, MA 02215
Category
FS
Violations
8 total
⚠️ 1 critical
⚠ 2 major
Facility History
39 inspections
16 failures

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P
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(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Pulled cooked chicken meat in walkin cooler 53F Seasoned pulled chicken meat in walkin cooler 48F. Product made one day prior voluntarily discarded.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50Β°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70Β°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41Β°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41Β°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41Β°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3
⚠ MAJOR 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
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(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(B) | FDA Code: Section 2
⚠ MAJOR 590.004/4-302.13-PF
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Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

No irreversible indicator for dish machine. Provide.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper temperature control procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-501.15-C
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Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

High temp dish machine leaks water on floor during cycle. Repair. Final rinse is 183F.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.004/4-602.13-C
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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Under booth seats with food debris crumbs soiled utensils. Clean to remove under every booth in dining room.

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
β€’ MINOR 590.005/5-501.115-C
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Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Trash walkin cooler with standing water strewn food debris on floor. 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 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C
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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Missing ceiling tile in dish room and in hallway outside office. Replace.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
β€’ MINOR 590.006/6-501.112-C
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Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Observed dead insects on glue traps under booths. Remove. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Provide an updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.

Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Flies carry 100+ pathogens, land on feces then food. Transfer 2 million bacteria per landing. Roaches spread 33 bacteria types, 6 parasitic worms. One roach can contaminate entire kitchen overnight. Major asthma trigger.

Code Requirements

Eliminate immediately: Kill visible pests, Find and eliminate breeding sites, Fix all screens/seal openings, Remove standing water, Clean drains weekly, Professional treatment if over 5 insects seen, Install fly lights/traps.

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