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Tropical Foods International

450 Melnea Cass Bl

Last inspected Sep 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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14 inspections

Inspection

Sep 3, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther

Official wording

Standards of Identity (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing packed oin dates or recommended use by dates for the presliced [ Oscar Meyer chopped ham packages ] -looks like a section of the packaging is missing - address

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove loose trash and debris in the loading dock / carboard storage dumpster area where needed

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 issues
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Trash / strage area by the loading docks has a very strong odor - clean to remove obnoxious odors emanating from the dumpster / surrounding areas as we discussed - contact your waste disposal company for recommendations that will assist in maintaining the area clean and to potenhtially reduce the amount of foul odors

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 26, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther

Official wording

Standards of Identity (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing packed oin dates or recommended use by dates for the presliced [ Oscar Meyer chopped ham packages ] -looks like a section of the packaging is missing - address

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove loose trash and debris in the loading dock / carboard storage dumpster area where needed

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 issues
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Trash / strage area by the loading docks has a very strong odor - clean to remove obnoxious odors emanating from the dumpster / surrounding areas as we discussed - contact your waste disposal company for recommendations that will assist in maintaining the area clean and to potenhtially reduce the amount of foul odors

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 28, 2026

Passed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.11-COther

Official wording

Frozen Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to sell frozen foods inside the open air refrigeration unit [ imitation crab meat is completley thawed ] sell frozen as recommended by purveyor

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-501.12-CFood temperature

Official wording

Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Slacking (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several meats [ offals - cow feet - tails - liver- kydney ] available for retail sale should be sold frozen and not inside the refrigeration units - sell frozen as discussed

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 temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all wooden shelves of the produce section where needed from visible soils and stubborn stains

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace all cutting boards with deep lacerations where needed in ech seperate departments [ meats - dairy - seafood - bakery ]

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the wall directly above the produce section where bananas and Plantains are beimng stored from visible soils

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 issues
majorCode 590.007/7-101.11-PFOther

Official wording

Identifying Information Prominence-Original Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Frozen spanish foods available for retail sale are being stored in " Non - commercial grade " ziplock bags do not have a list of ingredients nor is the product identied - contact your wholesaler and ask them for proper identifying labels as we discussed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 28, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 21, 2026

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.11-COther

Official wording

Frozen Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to sell frozen foods inside the open air refrigeration unit [ imitation crab meat is completley thawed ] sell frozen as recommended by purveyor

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-501.12-CFood temperature

Official wording

Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Slacking (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several meats [ offals - cow feet - tails - liver- kydney ] available for retail sale should be sold frozen and not inside the refrigeration units - sell frozen as discussed

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 temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all wooden shelves of the produce section where needed from visible soils and stubborn stains

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace all cutting boards with deep lacerations where needed in ech seperate departments [ meats - dairy - seafood - bakery ]

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the wall directly above the produce section where bananas and Plantains are beimng stored from visible soils

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 issues
majorCode 590.007/7-101.11-PFOther

Official wording

Identifying Information Prominence-Original Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Frozen spanish foods available for retail sale are being stored in " Non - commercial grade " ziplock bags do not have a list of ingredients nor is the product identied - contact your wholesaler and ask them for proper identifying labels as we discussed

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 9, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace light bulb inside walk in freezer @ bakery station

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 9, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 2, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged sliced deli meat improperly labeled and stored for retail. Discussed with deli manager to ensure all pre-packaged deli foods are properly labeled prior to storing in reach in units. COS

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace light bulb inside walk in freezer @ bakery station

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy food debris on prep table / slicer and sliding door case in deli area; blood spills on shelves with raw packaged chicken feet; spills inside frozen juice unit. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment with frequency to remove spills / debris / soils

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy flour spills on floors underneath racks near bulk pallets and at juice aisle; heavy trash on floors at dry storage back hall behind deli station. Clean to remove all spills / trash from stated areas.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 21, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged sliced deli meat improperly labeled and stored for retail. Discussed with deli manager to ensure all pre-packaged deli foods are properly labeled prior to storing in reach in units. COS

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace light bulb inside walk in freezer @ bakery station

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy food debris on prep table / slicer and sliding door case in deli area; blood spills on shelves with raw packaged chicken feet; spills inside frozen juice unit. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment with frequency to remove spills / debris / soils

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy flour spills on floors underneath racks near bulk pallets and at juice aisle; heavy trash on floors at dry storage back hall behind deli station. Clean to remove all spills / trash from stated areas.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 13, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-202.15-PFOther

Official wording

Package Integrity (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed dented seal on can good stored on retail shelves. Monitor and ensure all can goods are stored on retail shelves in good condition

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed dusty filters on ice machine and ice build up in walk in freezer at bakery department; Soiled knives and prep tables in the produce area. Clean to remove all dust / ice from stated equipment and ensure all utensils / tables are clean and free of soils

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 5, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-202.15-PFOther

Official wording

Package Integrity (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed dented seal on can good stored on retail shelves. Monitor and ensure all can goods are stored on retail shelves in good condition

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed dusty filters on ice machine and ice build up in walk in freezer at bakery department; Soiled knives and prep tables in the produce area. Clean to remove all dust / ice from stated equipment and ensure all utensils / tables are clean and free of soils

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 5, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 4, 2024

Report filed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Deli salads and other ready to eat prepared foods stored 24 hrs or more are date marked but not meeting the compliance/code. Review the requirements detail should be provided.

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 temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavily scored cutting boards in fish area.Resurface or replace.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Fish shelving with spills and rear panel with rust floors in aisle 8 with debris below shelves ice build up in Mamita freezer. Clean all to remove. Resurface areas with rust if unable 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 problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed upon compliance. Two floor drains in the meat room not draining properly has stagnant water throughout. Company contacted for service today. No meat preparation in the area until repaired and the floor is cleaned and disinfected.

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 4, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 28, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

14 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Certified manager must train employees in duties of warewashing (wash-rinse-sanitize) reporting of illness in a verifiable manner and monitoring temperatures.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-202.15-PFOther

Official wording

Package Integrity (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Several packages dented or compromised- dry baby food canned fish oat milk. Removed from service.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wet soiled wiping cloths not in sanitizer solution in deli seafood area. Store properly between 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 problems
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Deli salads and other ready to eat prepared foods stored 24 hrs or more are date marked but not meeting the compliance/code. Review the requirements detail should be provided.

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Prepacked foods placed in retail without proper labels - smoked meat candy etc.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Seal pads on packaging machine worn and torn. Replace.

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 issues
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavily scored cutting boards in fish area.Resurface or replace.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-502.11-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

(B) Good Repair and Calibration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Food thermometer and open case refrigeration thermometers not accurate. Replace.

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Knives stored as clean in knife rack were soiled. Remove and wash- rinse-santize.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Fish shelving with spills and rear panel with rust floors in aisle 8 with debris below shelves ice build up in Mamita freezer. Clean all to remove. Resurface areas with rust if unable 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 problems
criticalCode 590.004/4-702.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Before Use After Cleaning (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee washed and rinsed cutting board but did not sanitize before storing. Retrain.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor drain with stagnant room. Remove water and repair.

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 issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed upon compliance. Two floor drains in the meat room not draining properly has stagnant water throughout. Company contacted for service today. No meat preparation in the area until repaired and the floor is cleaned and disinfected.

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 issues
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the meat room at the hand sink. Replaced by employee.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 20, 2024

Failed

13 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavily scored cutting boards in produce and fish area.Resurface or replace.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-502.11-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

(B) Good Repair and Calibration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Food thermometer and open case refrigeration thermometers not accurate. Replace.

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 issues
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Certified manager must train employees in duties of warewashing (wash-rinse-sanitize) reporting of illness in a verifiable manner and monitoring temperatures.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-202.15-PFOther

Official wording

Package Integrity (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Several packages dented or compromised- dry baby food canned fish oat milk. Removed from service.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wet soiled wiping cloths not in sanitizer solution in deli seafood area. Store properly between 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 problems
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Deli salads and other ready to eat prepared foods stored 24 hrs or more not date marked.

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Prepacked foods placed in retail without proper labels - smoked meat candy etc.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Seal pads on packaging machine worn and torn. Replace.

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Knives stored as clean in knife rack were soiled. Remove and wash- rinse-santize.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Fan guards in meat room with dust fish shelving with spills and rear panel with rust floors in aisle 8 with debris below shelves floors and storage racks in produce and meat storage with soils exterior of ice unit soiled ice build up in Mamita freezer. Clean all to remove. Resurface areas with rust if unable 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 problems
criticalCode 590.004/4-702.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Before Use After Cleaning (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee washed and rinsed cutting board but did not sanitize before storing. Retrain.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor drain with stagnant room. Remove water and repair.

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 issues
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the meat room at the hand sink. Replaced by employee.

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.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 20, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 24, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed Certified Food Protection Manager certificates expired. Submit confirmation of registration for Course to the Health Division upon receipt

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled knives stored in knife rack (produce); Observed food spills inside sliding door gaskets (deli); Dusty ice filters (bakery) Clean to remove all soils / spills / dust from stated equipment.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 24, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 16, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed Certified Food Protection Manager certificates expired. Submit confirmation of registration for Course to the Health Division upon receipt

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled knives stored in knife rack (produce); Observed food spills inside sliding door gaskets (deli); Dusty ice filters (bakery) Clean to remove all soils / spills / dust from stated equipment.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 16, 2024 · Original Source

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