Telegraph Hill Tavern

289 Dorchester St, South Boston, MA 02127

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Oct 4, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Telegraph Hill Tavern has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 4, 2023. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Telegraph Hill Tavern since Oct 4, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Ventilation hood systems filters” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Telegraph Hill Tavern's latest score of 90 sits above the South Boston average of 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 4, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the smaller filters above the main filters in the hood from visible dirt dust and debris

590.004/4-202.18-C

Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Replace compromised door sweep by the basement delivery door as discussed

590.006/6-201.17-C

Dec 8, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Hood is expired and soiled - Provide a current hood cleaning from a licensed hood cleaning company. October 2022 exp

590.004/4-202.18-C

Nov 8, 2022

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Raw whole shell eggs stored in low boy next to ready to eat foods- Discontinue storing eggs up near ready to eat foods store on boittom shelf until ready to use.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)

Inspector notes: Soiled knife wedged between lowboy and skillets under the oven had old food stains and spots- Clean to remove soils and discontinue storing utensils and knives between equipment

590.004/4-602.11-P

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

Inspector notes: Some stuff was date marked inside of walk in but alot of dates were showing October date and not properly utilizing first in and first out method.- Date mark all prepared and ready to eat stored for 24 hours and more

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Hood is expired and soiled - Provide a current hood cleaning from a licensed hood cleaning company. October 2022 exp

590.004/4-202.18-C

Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: opened Service sink stored in between handsink and low temp dishwasher- Enclosed service sink away from kitchen area switch the prep sink and service sink and enclose the service sink .

590.005/5-203.13-C

Jul 14, 2022

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)

Inspector notes: 3 Containters of Buttermilk is expired inside walk in cooler - July 8 - Discard and pour out voluntarily by PIC

590.003/3-701.11-P

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Raw Chicken stored over raw fish under lowboy cooler. In walk in cooler Raw Pork stored over ready to eat- Discontinue storing meat of different species together. Separate and store according to cooking temperatures. Chicken always on bottom shelf.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Food debris inside of handwash sink- Discontinue using handsink for other purpose than washing hands.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No vomit and diarrhea kit Available - Provide the supplies for a vomit and diarrheal episode and procedures on how to clean up. Sent suplly list and instructions via email.

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: No Service sink at the time PIC states using the prep sink with Food contact equipment- Discontinue using prep sink for mop sink - Provide a written request for a variance to use toilet until able to install an enclosed mop sink.

590.005/5-203.13-C

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Hood is expired- provide an updated cleaning by a licensed hood cleaning company.

590.004/4-202.18-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Telegraph Hill Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Telegraph Hill Tavern on file is from Oct 4, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Telegraph Hill Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Telegraph Hill Tavern.

How does Telegraph Hill Tavern compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Telegraph Hill Tavern most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Telegraph Hill Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Telegraph Hill Tavern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Telegraph Hill Tavern 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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