Great Barbecu
Last inspected: Nov 2, 2023
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Great Barbecu has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 2, 2023. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Great Barbecu since Nov 2, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Great Barbecu trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 2, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Bathroom hand sink out of paper towels. Corrected on site. All other hand sinks with towels.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rat droppings under service counter in back hallway around hot water tank. Mouse droppings on shelving next to bathroom. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Provide current pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Basin of second hand sink in kitchen soiled. Clean and use for hand washing only.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board in kitchen heavily scoured. Resurface or replace to prevent contamination.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled cardboard covering chest freezer. Discard and discontinue using cardboard.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and debris under prep sink and on walk-in refrigerator floor. Clean and maintain.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jun 13, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: One kitchen hand sink out of soap. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times Staff using second hand sink
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No chlorine test strips for testing sanitizer concentration. Chlorine mixed according to label directions Provide test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked duck wings in to-go containers at 60F. Ensure foods are cooled completely to 41F prior to packaging.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled siping cloths on counter. Store wiping cloths in sanitizer solution to prevent cross contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Back hallway with debris and rat droppings. Clean and monitor for activity. Remove and discard any unused boxes etc. to avoid harboring pests
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jan 5, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Dead rat on trap in kitchen. Rat dropings in side hallway to street. Dicard dead pests and clean side halway. Monitor for activity. Provide pest control plan from licensed pest control
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled plastic covering grease trap. Discard and discontinue using plastic to cover grease trap. Resurface as needed for cleanable durable non-absorbent surface
590.004/4-101.19-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Old cardboard boxes in side hallways. Discard to prevent attracting and harboring pests.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and water on floor under burners in kitchen. Clean to prevent contamination and attracting pests. Rugs in service area soiled. Clean or replace to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Nov 30, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Old raw pork boxes used to store cups of sauce for service. Discard old boxes from prok and duck and discontinue storing sauce cups in meat boxes. Store sauce in containers that can be clean and sanitized.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for testing chlorine concentration for sanitizing. Provide chlorine test strips. Chlorine mixed according to label directions
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at service line blocked with to-go containers. Keep hand sinks clear at all times so staff can wash hands. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Wall behind kitchen hand sink soiled. Clean to prevent contamination.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Foild covering grease trap at 3 compartment sink. Discard and use materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
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Aug 1, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker is expired. Provide scheduled cleaning date at compliance inspection.
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Jun 22, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Ducks hanging in walk-in cooler over cases of pork products. Do not hang ducks over pork. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Soiled cutting board in kitchen for duck prep needs to be washed rinsed & sanitized every 4 hours.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Online order tablet in hand sink at service line. Provide place for tablet that does not obstruct access to hand sink. Corrected on site.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Stove with heavy carbon build-up. Clean to prevent possible fire hazard. Kitchen floor with soils and excessive water. Clean and dry regularly. Check pipes for leaks if source of water is unknown. Old rat droppings in back hall near exterior door. Clean and monitor for activity.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker is expired. Provide scheduled cleaning date at compliance inspection.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cardboard covering freezer top and grease trap at service line. Foil covering grease trap in kitchen. Discard cardboard and foil and discontinue using cardboard and foil to cover surfaces. Use materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
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May 25, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored in between knife holder and soiled walls. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: First faucet to the 3 bay sink is tapped and damaged. Address and make any necessary repairs. Several areas of tiles near the 3 bay sink cracked damaged and lifting. Address and make any necessary repairs. Cold water faucets at the 3 bay sink no operating. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets inside of the walk-in cooler used for food storage visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove. Surfaces to the 4 tops and 2 tops burners with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remove. Exteriors of bulk food containers visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Lower shelf of preparation table in the back room against walk-in cooler visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Excess water appears to be leakiing out of the grease trap while running the 3 bay sink. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Great Barbecu last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Great Barbecu on file is from Nov 2, 2023. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Great Barbecu?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Great Barbecu.
How does Great Barbecu compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Great Barbecu most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Great Barbecu's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Great Barbecu have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Great Barbecu means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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