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Pikalox

February 9, 2023 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings8
critical findings1

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Failed findings

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

Inspector note: Raw whole eggs stored on multiple shelves in two door refrigerator above and on top of ready to eat foods. As discussed all eggs must be stored on bottom shelf.
code 590.003/3-302.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Hand sink in back of kitchen was blocked with personal items trash bags and empty water bottles. Hand sink needs to be available at all time.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector note: Food Safety Certificate posted is expired. Provide an up to date Certificate.
code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Drain boards (C)

Inspector note: Three bay sink has one drain board. Provide an area to store soiled equipment. Maybe a small cart. Discontinue to store on grease trap and in rinse bay.
code 590.004/4-301.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: Provide drain plugs for all three bays of the three bay sink. I found wiping cloth being used at this time.
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outside Storage Prohibitions (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to clean up loose trash and have trash barrels closed. Barrels are overloaded at this time.
code 590.005/5-501.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Clkean floor under equipment.
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: PIC will need to address the payment of the 2023 Health Permit at 1010 Mass Ave mor can email ISDHealth@Boston.Gov with any questions.
code L1status: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on November 14, 2022: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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