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Cosi No. 204

September 18, 2017 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings7
critical findings2

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Failed findings

Cold Holdingcritical

Inspector note: Chopped lettuce observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all potentially hazardous foods are being maintained at below 41F. Lettuce was removed at the time of the inspection and placed into a refrigeration unit that is operating below 41F.
code 03-3-501.16(A)*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food Contact Surfaces Cleancritical

Inspector note: Chute of the ice machine with a visible sludge like substance. Clean to remove.
code 20-4-703.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Insects Rodents Animals

Inspector note: Evidence of fruit fly activity in the main kitchen area. Address up to date pest control report was provided at the time of the inspection.
code 35-6-501.111/.115** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Inspector note: Diced tomatoes and freshly made guacamole inside of the open top cooler with elevated temperatures of 49-54F. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place prior to being placed out for service.
code 04-3-501.15/4-301.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: Boxes of produce and meats observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Non-Food Contact Surfaces

Inspector note: Card board being used to line shelving in the back dish room. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
code 15-4-202.16* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Installed and Maintained

Inspector note: Drainage pipe coming from the walk-in cooler appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
code 29-5-201/02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on November 9, 2016: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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This record comes from Boston Inspectional Services, Health Division. Cooked keeps the official result and wording separate from its plain-English explanation so you can verify what the inspector actually published.

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