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Cobblestones

February 14, 2024 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings3
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)critical

Inspector note: Prep sink in basement does not have an air gap in drain. Install.
code 590.005/5-203.14-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: Establishment has added bump out station with two electric induction cooktops in the dining area without first scheduling plan review. Notify isdhealth@boston.gov of any physical changes. No barrier is present between food preparation area and dining room. Install gate or barrier with signage for staff only. Access to handwashing is available. Persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation food storage or ware-washing areas except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the PIC if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food clean equipment utensils linens and unwrapped single-service and singleuse articles are protected from contamination;
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Anti-Choking

Inspector note: No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
code 590.009(E)* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

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

Inspector note: Raw shell eggs at 70F. Maintain at below 45F. Eggs out for one hour returned to refrigeration at below 41F.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
(C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC stated no illness policy exists when questioned. Retrain staff. Handout provided.
code 590.002/2-102.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector note: Multiple packaged retail sandwiches entrees baked goods out for retail sale missing ingredient labels. Provide detailed labels with address of the business ingredients and allergens.
code 590.003/3-602.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector note: Online menu missing reminder and disclosure for poached eggs. https://www.cobblestonesboston.com/menu Menu board does not have reminder asterisks or statement for poached eggs. Provide.
code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Warewashing Machines Manufacturers’ Operating Instructions (C)

Inspector note: Dish machine door does not close properly during cycle. Repair.
code 590.004/4-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector note: Walkin cooler floor with rough unfinished corroded surfaces. Repair. Seal.
code 590.006/6-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: 2024 Health permit has not been paid. Pay at once. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov
code L1status: Pass
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: Website menu missing allergen statement. https://www.cobblestonesboston.com/menu#menu=lunch-ordering Provide. Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer's allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.
code L2status: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on February 6, 2024: 3 findings recurred. 8 previous findings did not recur.

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