Berklee Noodles

August 1, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings26
critical findings3

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Failed findings

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: In kitchen area observed raw shelled eggs at 80F - discarded by PIC. Observed numerous RTE prepared vegetables stores in ambient with no cold holding.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: In kitchen inside toaster oven observed cooked beef slices. PIC states they had been cooked at around 10:00am today. Temped at 90F. Hold all cooked foods at 135F or above. In rice warmer PIC states the rice had been cooked the previous day and held overnight but could not verify that the rice was held at 135F when business was closed. Rice in rice warmer was discarded.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)critical

Inspector note: At prep sink provide proper air gap.
code 590.005/5-202.13-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(O) Person in Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC states there is no documentation for employees to verify they understand the employee illness policy. Provide method for employees to verify they understand the employee illness policy.
code 590.002/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector note: Vomit cleanup kit missing face shield and disposable scraper per the cleanup kit instructions included in location's vomit cleanup kit.
code 590.002/2-501.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: Provide training in food protection temperatures to all employees and PIC when CFPM is not present.
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods (Pf)

Inspector note: In standing fridges in kitchen observed partially cooked chicken wings. PIC states they parcook chicken wings to 100F then cool them. Discontiune parcooking until writen procedures are provided and approved by regulatory authority.
code 590.003/3-401.14-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector note: Throughout kitchen fridge units observed RTE foods in containers not date labeled held more than 24-hours per PIC. Date label all RTE foods held more than 24 hours.
code 590.003/3-501.17-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC presented metal stem thermometer but was unable to confirm or able to calibrate it; another digital thermometer was located but it would not turn on. Provide accurate thin food thermometers.
code 590.004/4-302.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector note: In basement storage area observed expired premade soup mix and coconut water dated January 2025 and a dented sauce can. Rotate and remove all expired and damage products and foods.
code 590.006/6-404.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed rodent droppings under seta in dining area underneath storage racks in basement. Observed dead small cockroach inside bag containing vomit cleanup kit items. Clean and sanitize floors and shelving of droppings. Provide detailed pest control reports to damien.yee@boston.gov
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector note: In standing fridges in kitchen observed raw animal product stored directly over cooked animal product and RTE produce. Store raw animal product below RTE foods and cooked animal foods.
code 590.003/3-302.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector note: In kitchen observed multiple containers sauce bottles without any name labels. Provide labels for all foods removed from original containers.
code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed usage of deili containers in sauce containers. Use only containers or utensils with handles and store with handle above foods.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Throughout kitchen and in basement observed foods and food contact surfaces stored directly on ground. Eleveate all foods and food contact items at least 6" off ground.
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Preparation (C)

Inspector note: Observed multiple containers of food in kitchen without coverings. Provide coverings for all foods to prevent contamination.
code 590.003/3-305.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(B) Cooling Methods (C)

Inspector note: PIC states that the cooked soup broth in large pot is cooled in the in-line fridge units. Provide proper cooling methods for foods as discussed.
code 590.003/3-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector note: Obseved usage of plastic deli containers and #10 cans for foods. Food containers must be cleanable durable. Observed used raw chicken cardboard boxes and shell egg containers used for storage. Discontinue usage of cardboard or paper for containers.
code 590.004/4-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector note: Interior of condiment containers in use next to cooking area have notable soils buildup. Clean and sanitize regularly.
code 590.004/4-601.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Floors under equipment in kitchen fryer cabinet exterior and interior bafles of hood have heavy grease buildup. Clean to remove grease and soils buildup. Clean and sanitize exterior of fridge units in kitchen. Clean soils on soup cooking range.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: At three compartment sink the drain plugs do not work and they are using cloths to plug sinks. Provide proper drain plugs or repair existing ones.
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector note: In basement the lightbulbs have no shieldings or coverings. Provide shielding or coverings.
code 590.006/6-202.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector note: Both front door and vestibule door of restaurant are propped open during investigation. Close all doors to prevent pest entry and contamination.
code 590.006/6-202.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: In outside refuse area clean of refuse and unnecessary items; clean and sanitize area.
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Observed hole in stairs leading to fire escape. Repair hole.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: Provide allergen warning on all printed menus. Provide up-to-date site cleanliness license.
code L1status: Fail

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