Shinmio Tea
Last inspected: Feb 15, 2024
78
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Shinmio Tea, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 15, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Shinmio Tea since Feb 15, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “wiping cloths use limitation”, showing up five times.
Shinmio Tea's latest score of 78 falls below the Boston average of 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 15, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous repeat violations noted on the inspection report- Review with staff 02/01/24- Violation noted on initial inspection report for non payment of the 2024 Health Permit At the time of the reinspection the establishment has not paid for the 2024 Health Permit and is operating without a valid health permit
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer available at the time of the inspection- Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths stored on counters- Maintain in sanitizer solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Jan 25, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No papertowels available at the handwashing sink in the back prep area- Corrected
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous repeat violations noted on the inspection report- Review with staff
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer available at the time of the inspection- Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Top to pot stored in the handwashing sink in back prep area- Sink shall be used for handwashing only- Removed at this time
590.005/5-205.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handwashing sink in the back prep area is not properly draining- Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths stored on counters- Maintain in sanitizer solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
61
Nov 28, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at the prep area withou soap. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at prep area without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Sugar packages stored on the floor at the prep area. Elevate 6 inches or above.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Counter under the sink soiled. Exterior and interior of some refrigerating unit soiled. Counter with equipment on top at prep area soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under handwash sink at prep area and near the wall at the rear soiled. Clean all properly.
590.006/6-501.13-C
70
Feb 15, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cover of pots placed in the handsink at prep area. Discontinue use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at prep area without paper towels. provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth stored soiled on counter. Store properly insanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Counter at serving line with interior soiled. Interior of refrigerating unit at prep area soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around the upright two-door refrigerating unit soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
70
Feb 2, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine with empty detergent container. Provide and monitor constantly.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cover of pots placed in the handsink at prep area. Discontinue use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at prep area without paper towels. provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Counter at serving line with interior soiled. Interior of refrigerating unit at prep area soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around the upright two-door refrigerating unit soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth stored soiled on counter. Store properly insanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
61
Sep 27, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In use utensils stored in stagnant water at ambient temperature. Discontinue store properly.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at prep area in different areas very soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior and interior of some refrigerating unit soiled. Several storage shelves and counters (inside) soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on the counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shinmio Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shinmio Tea on file is from Feb 15, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shinmio Tea?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths use limitation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Shinmio Tea.
How does Shinmio Tea compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Shinmio Tea most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Shinmio Tea's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shinmio Tea have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shinmio Tea 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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