Shah's Halal Food in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/10/23

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Shah's Halal Food in an inspection dated 04/10/2023.

Situated at 106 CAMBRIDGE ST, the establishment is part of West End's active food service sector. The West End area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The second violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The third violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (P). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The fourth violation related to sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The fifth violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: (A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/10/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.