Nhu Lan Fast Food

February 8, 2023 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings12
critical findings2

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Failed findings

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

Inspector note: Multiple packaged foods out in retail between 48F and 51F. PIC removed and put back into refrigerator. Bean sprouts 67F PIC discarded. Tofu And Niidles 63F PIC moved back into refrigerator.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Cooked beef 94F. Must be hot held at 135F or higher unless in a cooling stage. PIC will reheat. Fish in sauce 17F and chicken dish 118F. Both will be reheated. Meatballs on stick 124F. Reheat
code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC will need to revieew with staff proper holding temperatures Proper labeling of products in retail area general repair and cleaning of location.
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector note: Paper towel holder empty in kitchen. Found paper towel on the other side of the room. Besure holder has towels at the hand sink.
code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Evidence of rodents in the rear of the property. Clean up area and provide pest control reports for the building inside and out at re-inspection. Have pest control inspect more often and keep areas clean and free of any food.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Provide wiping cloth buckets with sanitizer at front counter and in kitchen.
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to clean.... All the shelves in the kitchen area (tops as well) Handles to refrigerators and walk in. Dry food In place cooking equipment. Carbon build up Exterior of bulk food containers. Soiled dry food Shelf above ice machine. Soiled
code 590.004/4-202.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector note: Hood filters will need to be cleaned and replace the missing ones on hood. Hood sticker good until March 2023
code 590.004/4-202.18-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)

Inspector note: Discontinue to store cutting boards on faucet handle in kitchen. Discontinue to store equipment on the floor in storage shed.
code 590.004/4-903.11-C1* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outside Storage Prohibitions (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to clean up the back of the building. Provide more trash barrels and keep dumpster closed. Discontinue to feed any animals in back by dumping foos on the ground. Clean to remove any grease build up.
code 590.005/5-501.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector note: Double door going into kitchen broken. Replace or repair. Back screen door to small for the opening. Door must close tight so rodents can not get in from outside.
code 590.006/6-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: PIC will need to go to 1010 Mass Ave and pay for the 2023 Health Permit. You can email ISDHealth@Boston.Gov with any questions.
code L1status: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on November 28, 2022: 12 findings appeared for the first time.

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