Food for the Soul
Last inspected: May 8, 2024
78
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Food for the Soul stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 8, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Public records show no inspections at Food for the Soul since May 8, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.
“Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Dorchester restaurant, which scores around 86. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
May 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no Vomit and Diarrhea clean up kit. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was only 1 drain plug for the 3 bay sink. Provide all 3 to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment. Wall behind the toilet in the restroom damaged and missing tiles. Address and make any necessary repiars.
590.004/4-202.16-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no up to date Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course. No up to date Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored in between wall and 3 bay sink. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protrected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
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May 1, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no Vomit and Diarrhea clean up kit. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no up to date Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course. No up to date Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and ventilation tags with a past expiration date from July 2023. Address and provide an up to date tags for the re-inspection. Severla ceiling tiles in the main dining area with water damage. Replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored in between wall and 3 bay sink. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protrected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was only 1 drain plug for the 3 bay sink. Provide all 3 to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment. Wall behind the toilet in the restroom damaged and missing tiles. Address and make any necessary repiars.
590.004/4-202.16-C
74
Mar 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no Vomit and Diarrhea clean up kit. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored in between wall and 3 bay sink. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protrected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was only 1 drain plug for the 3 bay sink. Provide all 3 to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment. Wall behind the toilet in the restroom damaged and missing tiles. Address and make any necessary repiars.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and ventilation tags with a past expiration date from July 2023. Address and provide an up to date tags for the re-inspection. Severla ceiling tiles in the main dining area with water damage. Replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the visit there was no up to date Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course. No up to date Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
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Apr 18, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhauthood sticker expired service and provide current sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace stained ceilin tiles.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Feb 16, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace stained ceilin tiles.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhauthood sticker expired service and provide current sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Oct 11, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing floor tiles at door entrance area.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service and provide current sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Aug 23, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing floor tiles at door entrance area. Clean floor below cooking equipment and below ware washing area.
590.006/6-201.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean cooking equipment sides inbetween and backsplash to remove visible soil.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No thermometer for hot holding steam table provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service and provide current sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles stained near service counter stained replace.
590.006/6-201.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Food for the Soul last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Food for the Soul on file is from May 8, 2024. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Food for the Soul?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Food for the Soul.
How does Food for the Soul compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Food for the Soul most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Food for the Soul's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Food for the Soul have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Food for the Soul means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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