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Fenway Grill & Bar
March 30, 2026 · Fail
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- official resultFail
- resultFail
- inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
- failed findings23
- critical findings5
Failed findings
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)criticalInspector note: In the standing cooler next to the cook line observed raw comminuted meats stored directly above ready-to-eat produce in a chef's drawer at the cook line observed raw chicken stored directly above lamb and beef; store raw proteins according to their proper hierarchy and below ready-to-eat foods.
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(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)criticalInspector note: In the walkin refrigerator with the beer kegs observed whole shell eggs at 61F and the external thermometer reading 61F; raw shell eggs shall be stored at or below 45F.
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Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)criticalInspector note: In the walkin refrigerator observed an expired container of yogurt dated March 23 2026 and in the standing refrigerator next to the cook line observed a container of milk with an expiration date of March 20 2026; discard expired product and check products for expiration dates with more frequency. In the basement on a shelving unit observed a can of olives damaged with the can punctured in multiple locations; remove and segregate damaged cans or discard and denature the foods.
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Backflow Prevention (P)criticalInspector note: In the basement prep sink observed an air break with the pipe from the sink being inside the funnel leading to the waste water system; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink.
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Separation-Storage (P)criticalInspector note: In the basement observed a container of chemical drain declogger stored directly above opened soda bibs with exposed food contact surfaces; chemicals shall be stored below or away from foods and food contact items.
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Where to Wash (Pf)Inspector note: Observed a food handler washing their hands in the dump sink next to the cook line; hands should only be washed in hand sinks.
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Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)Inspector note: No vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedures were able to be produced during the inspection; provide.
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Assignment (Pf)Inspector note: Upon speaking with the two employees there is no designated person in charge who is knowlegable about food safety sanitization and illness policy; provide and assign a designated person in charge when the certified food protection manager is not on site who is knowlegable about food safety sanitization and illness policy and that can take corrective actions. There was nobody on site that was able to set up food contact surface sanitizers or that could operate the warewashing machine.
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(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)Inspector note: There is no posted certificate for a Certified Food Protection Manager and someone that is trained in Allergen Awareness; provide. There were multiple critical violations observed during the inspection; please review the report with your staff correct the critical violations within 24-hours and retrain your staff.
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Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)Inspector note: On the printed menus and per a discussion with the employees there are foods that can be ordered undercooked by customers that are not marked with a reminder and there is no consumer advisory on the printed menu either; provide a consumer advisory and reminders on the menus.
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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)Inspector note: The hand sink basin at the coffee station is blocked with soiled dishes observed an employee pouring expired milk into the hand sink next to the cook line in the basement observed a hand sink blocked by rolling cart; hand sinks shall only be used for hand washing only and must always be accessible.
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Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)Inspector note: At the hand sink in the basement in the dishwashing area there is no soap available at the hand sink; hand soap or cleanser must always be available at all hand sinks.
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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)Inspector note: Observed multiple hand sinks throughout the establishment including in the employee restroom without an approved hand drying device; hand sinks shall always be equipped or stocked with an approved hand drying device.
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)Inspector note: In the basement observed bulk containers with deli containers without handles stored inside the bulk containers directly touching the foods; discontinue using containers without handles and provide utensils with handles to scoop foods from bulk containers.
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)Inspector note: In the basement observed an in-use container with grains stored directly on the floor; foods shall be stored at least 6" off the floor to avoid contamination.
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Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)Inspector note: In the kitchen observed nonfood contact surfaces lined with or wrapped in aluminum foil; remove aluminum foils nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleanable durable and nonporous.
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Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)Inspector note: In the walkin refrigerator did not observe an internal thermometer; provide internal thermometers for all cooler units.
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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)Inspector note: Observed the stovetop with accumulted soils and grease and the floors and walls behind the cookline with accumulted soils and grease; clean and sanitize of soils and grease.
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System Maintained in Good Repair (C)Inspector note: At the bar area when the hand sink is in use the soiled water floods the basin of the two comparment sink directly next to it; have a licensed plumber inspect the plumbing and repair as needed.
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Handwashing Signage (C)Inspector note: Observed in the restrooms on the first floor and at the hand sink in the basement directly at the bottom of the stairs lacking approved hand washing signage; provide hand washing signage at all hand sinks.
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Intensity-Lighting (C)Inspector note: In the coffee prep area the light fixture is damaged or missing a light bulb and is not providing sufficient lighting in a food prep area; repair or replace the light fixture above the coffee prep area.
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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)Inspector note: The hood inspection sticker at the cook-line expired in January 2026; have an approved vendor perform service on the hood and provide an updated hood inspection sticker.
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flagged at inspectionInspector note: Provide signage stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request" Provide allergen awareness posters in back of house for employees
What changed since the previous inspection?
Compared with Pass on December 22, 2025: 23 findings appeared for the first time.
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