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Five Spices House

February 1, 2023 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings8
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)critical

Inspector note: Containers of raw meat stored above cut vegetables in kitchen reach-in cooler. Store raw meat below vegetables produce and ready to eat foods. Corrected on site.
code 590.003/3-302.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Interior of ice machine with black mold-like substance. Clean and maintain to prevent contamination.
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Mouse droppings in basement around area in front of walk-in cooler. Clean and sanitize area. Discard any unused boxes or equipment. Dry area to avoid attracting pests. Provide current pest report from licensed pest control operator.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Pint cup used for scooping rice stored in rice cooker. Discontinue using pint cup to scoop rice and do not leave scoop in rice cooker. Use a utensil with a handle to prevent contamination.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Container of rice moodels stored on floor under 3 compartment sink with soiled lid. Store food off the floor in clean containers to prevent possible contamination.
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

Inspector note: Bathroom waste bins are not covered. Provide covered waste bins for bathrooms.
code 590.005/5-501.17-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector note: Basin of prep area hand sink soiled. Clean basin and discontinue using hand sink for food prep. Hand sinks are for hand washing only.
code 590.006/6-501.18-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: 8-301.11 Health Permit is unpaid for 2023. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov for link to pay or bring payment to 1010 Mass. Ave. immediately. Currently operating without a permit.
code L1status: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on July 26, 2022: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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