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Monday, February 22, 2021 at 7:35 PM

Address
520 COLUMBUS AV
South End, MA 02118
Category
FT
Violations
7 total
⚠ 1 major
Facility History
53 inspections
28 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ MAJOR 590.008/8-103.12-PF

Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)

Letter of guarantee has expired.Provide current letter.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.008 | FDA Code: Section 8
• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Hood filters above the wok station observed soiled with grease build up.Clean to remove soils.

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 590.004/4-601.11-C

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Clean the interiors of 2 reach in units at the front service counter to remove soils/food debris. Clean the lower shelving at the soup station to remove debris. Clean the interior walls/ceiling of the basement walk in unit to remove built up soils Walk in:Wire rack shelving units observed worn with rust/food debris. Clean to remove visible debris Resurface/replace as 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 equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4
• MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Hot water fixture at the handwash sink observed not operating.Repair

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
• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Hood sticker observed expired on 1.25.21.Provide proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker. PIC instructed to forward appt confirmation to the Health department. Basement prep: Clean the ceiling above the prep station to remove soils.

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

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
• MINOR 590.006/6-501.12-C

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Floor mats at the cook line observed soiled with built up food debris.Clean to remove soils Replace mats as needed.

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 cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

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

8-304.11(A)--Post the current permit in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to the consumer.

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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Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department