Canary Square

435 S Huntington Av, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

American

Last inspected: Oct 5, 2022

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Canary Square. On Oct 5, 2022, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Note that Canary Square's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 5, 2022; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Canary Square's latest score of 43 falls below the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 5, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Cooling (p)

Inspector notes: Chicken wings 68F-72F in deep plastic containers at room temperature. Chef stated had been cooked one hour earlier. Instructed to reheat to 165F and to start cooling process monitoring temperatures. Reheated to 170F. Review proper cooling practices and monitor.

590.003/3-501.14-P

Variance requirement (pf)

Inspector notes: Pickled cucumbers onions in containers.Acidifying "pickling" foods to extend shelf life requires a variance / HACCP plan. Provide.

590.003/3-502.11-PF

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Foods date marked but are held greater than 7 days. Chef discarded cooked meatballs queso sauce dated 9/22/22 & 9/27/22.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: Chef Simon Robinson stated Food Manager Certification (CFPM) expired. Provide and ensure allergen awareness training for staff.

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine panel is soiled potato cutter and cutting boards not clean to sight and touch.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Flies observed in basement prep and bar areas. Current pest control report provided. Provide an action plan for elimination of pests.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Knives stored between equipment. Discontinue. Store properly.

590.003/3-304.12-C

Food storage prohibited areas (c)

Inspector notes: Equipment utensils some foods stored below utility lines pipes and subject to contamination. Remove or provide proper overhead protection.

590.003/3-305.12-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Walls in basement prep area bar and warewash wash have dried soils. Clean to remove. Floor of dry goods room with old rodent droppings. Remove and clean. Interior of mop sink and walls soiled. Clean. Remove spills in bar refrigerator.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Refrigerated units with excess moisture. Repair and remove moisture.

590.004/4-501.11-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Canary Square last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Canary Square on file is from Oct 5, 2022. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Canary Square compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?

Canary Square most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Canary Square means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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