LUCKY BOSTON CHINESE REST. in ROXBURY, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/12/23

ROXBURY, MA - LUCKY BOSTON CHINESE REST. received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/12/2023.

Located at 3096 WASHINGTON ST in the Roxbury area, the establishment serves the local community. The Roxbury neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 16 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P). 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. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.

The second violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods (Pf). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The third violation related to food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Slacking (C). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.

The fourth violation involved thermal management. Inspectors documented: Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

The fifth violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf). 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 sixth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The seventh violation related to food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.

The eighth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The 9th violation concerned hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Service Sink (C). 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 10th violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Grease Trap(C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The 11th violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Covering Receptacles (C). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

The 12th violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Outside Receptacles (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The 13th violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The 14th violation related to facility maintenance. Inspectors documented: Floor Covering Mats and Duckboards (C). Inadequate lighting may result in improper cleaning or food preparation.

The 15th violation involved pest control. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (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. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.

The 16th violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/12/2023 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.