Butterfly Coffee

1420 Tremont St, Mission Hill, MA 02120
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 23, 2024
95
Score
Low Risk

Butterfly Coffee appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 23, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Mission Hill restaurant scores 82. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 8.2.24. Provide updated sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 11 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Reheating for hot holding (p)
Inspector notes: PIC stated that chicken breast was removed from the refrigerator and placed into the hot holding without prior reheating 30 minutes before. Chicken breast temp 100F. Advised PIC to remove the chicken breast and to reheated to 165F. Chicken breast was reheated to 186F and was veryfied before placing in the hot holding. CFPM to retrain staff on reheating.
590.003/3-403.11-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Hot holding :Chicken empanada 80F beef empanada 90Fall products were voluntary discard by PIC. CFPM to review hot holding and train staff.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water throughout the establishement observed at 80F. PIC to make sure all dishes are well cleaned and sanitized and monitor staff hand washing to at least 20 seconds with soap and water.Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Designate a PIC who's knowlegeable and present at all hours of operations. Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hot holdin handwashing understand proper procedures for manual warewashing of dishes and equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures Certified Manager must retrain all staff. (Repeat violation
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no procedure for vomit and diarrhea clean up and kit available. Provide kit and procedures (will email details)- Corrected on site
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed with date marking April 15 2024 . Per PIC foods are from previous night 8. 9.24. Provide accurate date marking. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiples small flies observed inside and around dump sink. PIC to provide current IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towel avaiable at the kitchen main hand sink. Provide and maintain. (Repeat violation)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Both kitchen handsink observed without hand cleanser. Provide and maintain. Provide and maintain. (Repeat violation)
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stored inside kitchen main hand sink. Discontinue. Corrected on site by PIC (Repeat violation)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide metal probe food thermometer. Provide.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of commercial oven observed soile interior of true refrigerator observed soiled interior and exterior hand sink and dump sink observed soiled interior of empanadas hot holding unit observed heavily soiled cutting board observed heavily soiled cook range observed soiled cook range backsplash observed soiled from multiple food spills exterior of sugar storage bin observed soiled expresso machine observed soiled flat grill observed heavily soiled and interior of bain marie hold holding observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Pressure (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed insufficient hot water flow. Repar
590.005/5-103.12-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of RTE food observed with spoon inside the food. Replace with handle scoops. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-302.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 8.2.24. Provide updated sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue lining panini press machine with aluminum foil.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff working with RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of food items and condiments observed stored on the floor. Discontinue. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-305.11-C
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Apr 9, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food disposition (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods held in the refrigerator unit observed without date marking . Provide. Per CM food was prep the day before.
590.003/3-501.18-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed Raw eggs stored above milk and RTE dessert in the refrigerator unit. . Discontinue. Corrected on site by staff.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize interior and exterior of all refrigeration and freezer equipment from visible food spills stains and soils interior and exterior of 2 door oven and interior and exterior of dough mixer.
590.004/4-602.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Notes:Observed shell eggs store at room temperature. Discontinue and keep refrigerated . Corrected on site by CM
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stored inside hand sink. Discontinue. Corrected on site by staff.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed consumer advisory and reminder missing from the menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips available on site to test sanitizer concentration. Provide. Inspector test kit was used.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Both kitchen hand sink observed without hand cleanser. Provide and maintain. Corrected by on of the employees.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Employee bathroom observed without paper towel . Provide and maintain. Corrected by on of the employees.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: :Designate a PIC who's knowlegeable and present at all ours of operations. Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor handwashing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Back room 3 bay sink under the counter observed cluttered / Organize and maintain
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired March 2023. Provide updated sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of RTE food observed with spoon inside the food. Replace with handle scoops.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of food items and condiments observed stored on the floor. Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: All refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide .
590.004/4-204.112-C
20
Sep 12, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Maintenance-fingernails (pf)
Inspector notes: Long painted finger nails on the hands of a food handler- discontinue until corrected
590.002/2-302.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Make the necessary corrections to the menu pertaining to the " consumer advisory " on foods offered under cooked
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinue any schwarma cooking procedures [ beef until a written plan for cooking procedures have been reviewed and verified by supervisors at the health department
590.003/3-401.14-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: No one on site to address food safety questions and concerns - no one on site has a current food safety / allergen awareness certificate
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cups being used to dispense rice and other condiments and / or starches with utensilsthat have handles on them as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a copy of the on site managers current food safety certificate
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing clean aprons coats uniforms or clean outer attire when working with foods - no aprons
590.002/2-304.11-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all heavy watches and bracelets on the wrists of food handlers in the kitchen
590.002/2-303.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Do not store any foods near the rear doors leading to the train station area
590.006/6-501.111-C
Equipment clothes washers dryers and storage cabinets contamination prevention location (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all bulk foods being stored underneath the three bay sink
590.004/4-401.11-C1
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all vents in the hood where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
43
Apr 6, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 6, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure hand soap and paper towels are available for all designated hand sinks where needed
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Have menu available with the proper consumer advisory and allergen awareness verbiage clearly written with the disclosure / renider for any foods offered under cooked
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is an ample supply of trash receptacles inside the restaurant / food prep areas with tight fitting lids as discussed
590.005/5-501.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure current copies of the PIC food safety and allergen awareness certificates are on site upon re-inspection
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is a site cleanliness license and a commercial trash removal company contract - provide ample trash receptacles / dumpster for restaurants trash removal
590.005/5-501.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Butterfly Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Butterfly Coffee on file is from Aug 23, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Butterfly Coffee?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Butterfly Coffee.

How does Butterfly Coffee compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?

Butterfly Coffee most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.

Has Butterfly Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Butterfly Coffee have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Butterfly Coffee means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.