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Abe & Louie's
April 29, 2026 · Fail
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- official resultFail
- resultFail
- inspection typeEating & Drinking
- failed findings3
- critical findings2
Failed findings
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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)criticalInspector note: Tested both low temp dishmachine behind the bar on the 2nd floor and test strip stated no sanitizer. Both dishmachine were at 120/120. PIC called Ecolab at the time of the inspection. Repair
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Backflow Prevention (P)criticalInspector note: Observed no air gap under one of the prep sinks in the basement. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 Mass Ave plumbing inspector must approve before health can sign off.
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)Inspector note: Observed worn grout lines in the kitchen area. Regrout to prevent water and food debris from accumulating and stagnating. PIC called the contractor and he said the tile will be done in 3 weeks times.
Checks marked passed
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)criticalInspector note: Observed raw chicken being stored over the diced potatoes in the cold holding drawer. PIC corrected on site.
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(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)criticalInspector note: Lobster -57F Crab meat- 55F. PIC removed both food items and placed them back in the walk in refrigeration unit. Ensure staff is checking cold holding food temperatures and not putting to much into the stainless steal food containers. Store back up under the refrigeration unit if need be.
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)Inspector note: Observed both ice machines with mold- like substance inside. Remove ice and clean and sanitize both machine.
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Cutting Surfaces (C)Inspector note: Observed worn/scored cutting boards. Replace cutting boards
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Outdoor Storage Surface (C)Inspector note: Observed heavy grease on top of the grease container and on the ground. Clean/Degrease container and clean grounds to remove all evidence of grease.
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Controlling Pests (C)Inspector note: PIC was able to provide 2 pest reports and we went over the reports. Company has been approved and will send along the plans for repairing holes or any access points in the basement area. PIC stated that the pest company is coming out 3 to 4 times a week. I did not see any evidence of droppings at today's inspection. Report does state activity and exterminator has been making recommdations. Ensure the reports are being read and address to correct the issues. Please continue to send along pest to the email provided. Please consult with a licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. Ensure all recommendations have been address. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified.
What changed since the previous inspection?
Compared with Fail on April 22, 2026: 3 findings recurred. 6 previous findings did not recur.
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