Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA
Hook + Line
10 Fan Pier Bl
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8 inspectionsInspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 12, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple ice buckets stored on the floor. Remove and clean. Retrain staff to properly store all ice buckets to avoid contamination.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handsoap missing from handsink at cookline. PIC stated dispenser broke from wall. PIC provided temporary dispenser. Repair
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy evidence of rodent droppings. Cleand and sanitize the area indicated. Provide an updated pest control report via email asap to shemica.debnam@boston.gov
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 5, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple ice buckets stored on the floor. Remove and clean. Retrain staff to properly store all ice buckets to avoid contamination.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handsoap missing from handsink at cookline. PIC stated dispenser broke from wall. PIC provided temporary dispenser. Repair
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy evidence of rodent droppings. Cleand and sanitize the area indicated. Provide an updated pest control report via email asap to shemica.debnam@boston.gov
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 23, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Fees outstanding for 2024 Health Permit. Provide payment by emailing isdhealth@boston.gov to request the link for payment. Include all applicable permit numbers.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 21, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Fees outstanding for 2024 Health Permit. Provide payment by emailing isdhealth@boston.gov to request the link for payment. Include all applicable permit numbers.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 21, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2023
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory missing asterisk and font size too small. Increase to 11 or above.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Mechanical-Ventilation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Self ventilated fryers in fish market kitchen do not have ansul and life safety hookups in place for fire alarm. Make all necessary repairs. Technician from Impact Fire to be on site 10/14/23 to complete setup with Roper Electric.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Furniture wood panel wall in dining area still be finished. Complete prior to opening.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.009(E)Other
Official wording
Anti-Choking
Inspector’s notes
No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 16, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 13, 2023
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory missing asterisk and font size too small. Increase to 11 or above.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Mechanical-Ventilation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Self ventilated fryers in fish market kitchen do not have ansul and life safety hookups in place for fire alarm. Make all necessary repairs. Technician from Impact Fire to be on site 10/14/23 to complete setup with Roper Electric.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Furniture wood panel wall in dining area still be finished. Complete prior to opening.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.009(E)Other
Official wording
Anti-Choking
Inspector’s notes
No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 13, 2023 · Original Source