Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
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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
Phuong Nam
291 Adams St
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The full inspection history
6 inspectionsInspection
Jun 6, 2024
Passed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths out on cutting boards / Discontinue and properly store in a sanitizer solution when not in use
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink with strainer in the basin / Remove and ensure hand sink remains free and clear
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 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No liquid soap at hand sink / Provide
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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No paper towels at hand sink / Provide
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small roach noted crawling across floor of kitchen / Unclear on when last extermination was no IPM reports on site. Have at least 1 extermination done before compliacen and Provide last 3 months of IPM reports Unclear on if an exterminator was out before compliance. No IPM reports on site
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 insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bottoms of prep tables rusted and soiled / Clean and repaint Exterior of refrigeration visiblty soiled / Clean to remove
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 31, 2024
Hearing scheduled
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Knife stored in between equipment / Discontinue and properly store as described below Scissors stored in stagnant water / Discontinue and properly store as described below
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 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink with strainer in the basin / Remove and ensure hand sink remains free and clear
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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No paper towels at hand sink / Provide
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small roach noted crawling across floor of kitchen / Unclear on when last extermination was no IPM reports on site. Have at least 1 extermination done before compliacen and Provide last 3 months of IPM reports Unclear on if an exterminator was out before compliance. No IPM reports on site
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 insectsmajorCode 590.007/7-202.12-PFOther
Official wording
Conditions of Use (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Large can of Raid being used for roaches / Discontinue use.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths out on cutting boards / Discontinue and properly store in a sanitizer solution when not in use
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No liquid soap at hand sink / Provide
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bottoms of prep tables rusted and soiled / Clean and repaint Exterior of refrigeration visiblty soiled / Clean to remove
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 20, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No liquid soap at hand sink / Provide
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
Small roach noted crawling across floor of kitchen / Unclear on when last extermination was no IPM reports on site. Have at least 1 extermination done before compliacen and Provide last 3 months of IPM reports
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 insectsmajorCode 590.007/7-202.12-PFOther
Official wording
Conditions of Use (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Large can of Raid being used for roaches / Discontinue use.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Knife stored in between equipment / Discontinue and properly store as described below Scissors stored in stagnant water / Discontinue and properly store as described below
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths out on cutting boards / Discontinue and properly store in a sanitizer solution when not in use
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink with strainer in the basin / Remove and ensure hand sink remains free and clear
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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No paper towels at hand sink / Provide
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bottoms of prep tables rusted and soiled / Clean and repaint Exterior of refrigeration visiblty soiled / Clean to remove
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 26, 2024
Passed
8 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)
Inspector’s notes
Bowl on floor next to reach in unit with small rodent droppings / Clean and sanitize bowl in the high temp machine do not store on floor
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 issuescriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Mung bean sprouts sitting out at 49F / Owner moved to refrigeration to cool back down after being out for an hour / Provide 41F or below
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior and exterior of equipment on cookline reach in and stand up units with visible soils / Clean to remove
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood tag expired in November 2023 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP
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 issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No liquid hand soap at hand sink in kitchen / Owner corrected on site
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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper towels out at hand sink / Owner corrected on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
*Several small rodent droppings noted thoughout kitchen floor and in 1 bowl stored on floor / Remove and maintain cleaning schedule. *2 small roaches observed crawling on the high temp dish machine. / Terminex provides bi-weekly exterminations. No IPM reports immediately available for review. Owner will email last 3 months worth of IPM reports and will move exterminations to a weekly schedule. Have the exterminator come out at least 1x before compliance and provide the IPM report from that visit
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 insectsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
2024 health permit has not been paid / Please make payment ASAP.
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, Jan 26, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)
Inspector’s notes
Bowl on floor next to reach in unit with small rodent droppings / Clean and sanitize bowl in the high temp machine do not store on floor
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 issuescriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Mung bean sprouts sitting out at 49F / Owner moved to refrigeration to cool back down after being out for an hour / Provide 41F or below
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior and exterior of equipment on cookline reach in and stand up units with visible soils / Clean to remove
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood tag expired in November 2023 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP
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 issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No liquid hand soap at hand sink in kitchen / Owner corrected on site
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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper towels out at hand sink / Owner corrected on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
*Several small rodent droppings noted thoughout kitchen floor and in 1 bowl stored on floor / Remove and maintain cleaning schedule. *2 small roaches observed crawling on the high temp dish machine. / Terminex provides bi-weekly exterminations. No IPM reports immediately available for review. Owner will email last 3 months worth of IPM reports and will move exterminations to a weekly schedule. Have the exterminator come out at least 1x before compliance and provide the IPM report from that visit
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 insectsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
2024 health permit has not been paid / Please make payment ASAP.
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, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source