Ginger Exchange
Last inspected: May 15, 2023
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Score
Going back to 2022, Ginger Exchange has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on May 15, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Public records show no inspections at Ginger Exchange since May 15, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Ginger Exchange on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 15, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked shrimp 61F Shredded carrots 52F in the open top line unit for 30-40 min per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below. PIC stating items were prepped recently. PIC removed items to cool/hold 41F or below Discussed cooling/cold holding with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live cockroach observed next to the service station table evidence of rodent droppings observed at the service station bottom of rear stairs electrical closet & around the water heaters-basement Large amount of black flies observed in the basement storage location. Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Owner contacted to further discuss more treatments as needed.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC on site to discuss with staff & monitor day to day operations with regards to cleaning/sanitizing pest control & repairs as needed.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the bar glass chiller to remove broken glass/soils. Service station-Clean the interior of the service station 2 door unit to remove soils/spills.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the bar floor to remove evidence of sticky residue. Basement/service station--Clean the floors to remove evidence of rodent droppings as discussed with the PIC
590.006/6-501.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Seal all observed holes around the basement water heaters to prevent possible pest access.
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Ice buckets observed stored on the floor at the bar.Discontinue. Provide a designated location to store clean ice buckets inverted.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
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Oct 3, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employee wrapping raw salmon in papertowels that were stored on top of the sushi display case- Discontinue
590.003/3-304.11-P
Conformance with approved procedures (p)
Inspector notes: Sushi PH meter atthe establishment is not properly working- Establishment is using PH papers that do not measure PH to .2 Readings are based on whole numbers only- PH tested at approximately 4.0ph Provide PH papers that measure at .2 and accurate PH meter
590.008/8-103.12-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Eggs stored in squeeze bottle at cookline at 58F. Per the employee on site the eggs are whole shell eggs broken and placed in squeeze bottles for use during cooking. Product must be held in refrigeration. Remainder of product in the bottle was voluntarily discarded into a waste receptacle
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity in lower level- Droppings and numerous large snap traps. Provide an updated pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection the only handsink in the sushi prep area was filled with equipment andvisibly dry. Employee was conducting food prep at this time. Ensure sink is accessible for use- Corrected
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: No thermometer available at the establishment at the time of the inspection
590.004/4-204.112-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no designatated employees in charge that could answer food safety questions
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple products in containers in refrigeration with no labeling or with expired datemarking
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Internal panel of ice machine in lower level with soils - Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light bulbs in lower level storage with no shields- Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Spacenoted at the bottom of the lowerlevel exit door- Provide new door sweep
590.006/6-202.15-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple peices of unused equipment in lower level- Remove if broken/not in use
590.006/6-501.114-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Bowls and quart containers used as scoops on bulk food containers- Provide scoop with handle- Scoop stored in product with handle above products
590.004/4-101.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers and squeeze bottles in kitchen with no labeling- Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
Equipment clothes washers dryers and storage cabinets contamination prevention location (c)
Inspector notes: Disposible containers and equipment stored below damaged ceiling and sewage pipes in lower level- Relocate products
590.004/4-401.11-C1
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Jul 29, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired on 5.23.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker. PIC calling for appt and will forward Email confirmation Upon re-inspection Appt was re-scheduled to 7.25.22
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Jul 22, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired on 5.23.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker. PIC calling for appt and will forward Email confirmation Upon re-inspection Appt was re-scheduled to 7.25.22
590.006/6-501.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Several locations observed with holes/damaged walls.Repair as needed to prevent pest access.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing drip hose at the soda dispensing unit.
590.004/4-501.11-C
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Jul 7, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Several items in the 6 drawer open top unit reading 50-53F for 60 -90 min per PIC. Maintain cold holding 41F or below. PIC to remove items to cool/hold 41F or below. Discussed cold holding with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Mechanical warewashing equipment wash solution temperature (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dish machine wash/rinse temp guage reading 105F.Repair Maintain wash/rinse temp 120-140F or per manufactures instructions. Chlorine sanitizer reading 50PPM
590.004/4-501.110-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent/roach activity observed .Provide pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed soiled with dripping grease.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Several locations observed with holes/damaged walls.Repair as needed to prevent pest access.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired on 5.23.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker. PIC calling for appt and will forward Email confirmation
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors in the basement(mop sink water heater locations) to remove evidence of rodent activity.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace soiled glue traps from behind the bar.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing drip hose at the soda dispensing unit. Walk in unit:Wire rack shelving observed worn & rusty.Replace/resurface Cook line:6 drawer open top refrigeration unit reading 50F.Repair Maintain 41F or below
590.004/4-501.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior walk in units walls to remove built up soils.
590.006/6-201.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ginger Exchange last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ginger Exchange on file is from May 15, 2023. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ginger Exchange?
Across the inspection record, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ginger Exchange.
How does Ginger Exchange compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Ginger Exchange most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Ginger Exchange's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ginger Exchange have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ginger Exchange 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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