Blue Nile

October 2, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings22
critical findings4

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Failed findings

When to Wash (P)critical

Inspector note: During the inspection process no handwashing between tasks was observed by staff. KItchen staff observed leaving the restroom and not washing hands immediately when walking into the ktichen CFPM to train staff on satisfactory hanwashing by food handlers. All staff were advise to stop and wash hands.
code 590.002/2-301.14-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)critical

Inspector note: Staff observed multitasking wearing disposable gloves touching soiled equipment and leaving and then returning to work station wearing the same disposable one time single use gloves. Staff was advised to remove gloves and wash hands. CFPM to train staff on glove use.
code 590.003/3-304.15-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Cooling (P)critical

Inspector note: Yellow peas 50F collard greens 50F lentils 60F cooked the day before and stored in the cold unit. All products were discard/denatureby staff. CFPM to train staff on monitor temperature. Facilty should invest in a cooling paddle or extra ice as cooling methods
code 590.003/3-501.14-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Hot holding yellow peas 101F lentils 104F stored in the hot holding unit. PIC reheat both products to 165F since it was placed in the power off unit 30 minutes before.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Where to Wash (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed kitchen staff washing hands in 3 bay sink . Discontinue and use handwashing sink only. (COS)
code 590.002/2-301.15-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector note: At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control or any managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
code 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: CFPM must review training materials train staff and monitor duties for handwashing cooking cooling warewashing reheating and illness policy. *** PIC to post current Site Cleanliness License *** PIC to post current Certificate of Inspection PIC to post current Allergen Awareness Certificate PIC to remove 2017 Letter grade of display
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector note: Container of prepped foods stored in the cold unit observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prepped yesterday.Provide made/discard date before storing
code 590.003/3-501.17-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)

Inspector note: Low temp dishwasher observed not dispensing sanitizer. Diswasher was primed by owner multiple times and unable to dispense. Repair and provide invoice Advised PIC to use paper/plastic disposible cups until repair is done.
code 590.004/4-204.117-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Drink station and kitchen main handsink observed bloked by chair (drink) dish cart utensils. Discontinue maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands. (COS drink station only. Kitche area is too tight and only one drain board avaialble)
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector note: Both handsink at the establishment observed without handsoap. Provide and maintain . (COS)
code 590.006/6-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Multiple flies (drain) observed under and around the 3 bay sink dead cockroaches observed on the glue trap. Clean to remove. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to : inca.prince@boston.gov
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector note: Floor fan observed stored on top of cutting board in the kitchen area. Discontinue (cos) Mop sink located downstrairs in the storage area observed not enclosed. Provide enclosure
code 590.003/3-307.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector note: Motor cover for 2door turbo air upright refrigeration unit stored in the kitchen observed broken. Repair
code 590.004/4-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: White and green cutting board observed heavily scored. Ressurface/replace
code 590.004/4-501.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: Spray faucet/faucet at the 3 compartment observed leaking. Repair
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Grease Trap(C)

Inspector note: Grease trap observed heavily soiled and dripping grease . Clean to remove
code 590.005/5-402.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Floor under equipments observed heavily soiledby grease build up and debris accumulation. Clean to remove
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector note: Maintenance tools observed stored in the kitchen area when not in use. Discontinue.
code 590.006/6-501.113-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Basement area observed heavily clutter. Clean and organize to remove
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Drying Mops (C)

Inspector note: Soiled mop and bucket observed stored in the kitchen area. Discontinue
code 590.006/6-501.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Tracking Powders Pest Control and Monitoring (C)

Inspector note: Tracking powder observed on the floor behing and round equipments. PIC to provide info on the tracking powder used.
code 590.007/7-206.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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