99 Restaurant And Pub

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Air gap was installed (5.29.26) *** PIC to provide permit# that was pulled with the ISD Plumbing Division. Final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Air gap was installed (5.29.26) *** PIC to provide permit# that was pulled with the ISD Plumbing Division. Final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Air gap was installed (5.29.26) *** PIC to provide permit# that was pulled with the ISD Plumbing Division. Final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Effective door sweep observed missing in the back door and main entrance door. Install to prevent pest access . (5.15.26)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mice droppings observed on the floor in the dry food starage room. (5.15.26) Clean to remove Per PIC cleaning was done the night before PIC recommended to increase exterminator visit until no activity .

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters and attachements observed soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 7.7.26

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several cutting boards observed visible stained. Clean to remove/ Resurface/Replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Facility equipments ( interior / exterior of diswasher ice machine 3 bay sink/ prep sink refrigeration unit shelvings backsplash cookline glass holder bar area) observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean & sanitize to remove

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Plumbers report in process. Food prep sink observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in process (5.15.26) *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

2 food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumbers on the cost install of airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor and walls throughout the restaurant observed in need of deep cleaning to remove visible soils build up food spills and loose debris. Clean to remove

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Effective door sweep observed missing in the back door and main entrance door. Install to prevent pest access . (5.15.26)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mice droppings observed on the floor in the dry food starage room. (5.15.26) Clean to remove Per PIC cleaning was done the night before PIC recommended to increase exterminator visit until no activity .

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several hole/voids observed in the electrical room. Seal to prevent entry way of pests/rodents

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple handwashing sinks interior and exterior observed visible soiled. Clean to remove

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters and attachements observed soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 7.7.26

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several cutting boards observed visible stained. Clean to remove/ Resurface/Replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Facility equipments ( interior / exterior of diswasher ice machine 3 bay sink/ prep sink refrigeration unit shelvings backsplash cookline glass holder bar area) observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean & sanitize to remove

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

2 food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumbers on the cost install of airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor and walls throughout the restaurant observed in need of deep cleaning to remove visible soils build up food spills and loose debris. Clean to remove

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Effective door sweep observed missing in the back door and main entrance door. Install to prevent pest access .

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mice droppings observed on the floor in the dry food starage room. Clean to remove IPM report was provided on site and showed no activity but showed voids.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several hole/voids observed in the electrical room. Seal to prevent entry way of pests/rodents

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple handwashing sinks interior and exterior observed visible soiled. Clean to remove

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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Preventing Contamination from Hands (C)

Inspector’s notes

Minimize handling foods during storage and / or preperation to reduce potential contamination

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace the missing vents on the end of the cooking line

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean all remaining areas of the kitchen floors walls and ceilings where needed from visible food spills

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Preventing Contamination from Hands (C)

Inspector’s notes

Minimize handling foods during storage and / or preperation to reduce potential contamination

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all wooden spoons and spatulas with burns on the edges

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised rusted shelves underneath the prep tables in the kitchen where needed

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised cutting boards on the cooking line where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace the missing vents on the end of the cooking line

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Drain boards (C)

Inspector’s notes

Expand the area where large pots and pans are air drying - do not stack on top of one another

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior / interior of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - exterior of all storage bins from visible soils

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Designated hand sink in the warewashing area is blocked with barrels and filled with tools - maintain clean during all hours of operation during buisiness hours

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean all remaining areas of the kitchen floors walls and ceilings where needed from visible food spills

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all wooden spoons and spatulas with burns on the edges

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised rusted shelves underneath the prep tables in the kitchen where needed

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised cutting boards on the cooking line where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove stubborn stains on the vents by soaking them overnight in the three bay sink

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Drain boards (C)

Inspector’s notes

Expand the area where large pots and pans are air drying - do not stack on top of one another

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior / interior of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - exterior of all storage bins from visible soils

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Designated hand sink in the warewashing area is blocked with barrels and filled with tools - maintain clean during all hours of operation during buisiness hours

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean floors walls and ceriling tiles around the vents from visible dirt dust and debris

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All food handlers shall wear proper hair restraints

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover sll exposed meats and produce after use while stored in the refrigerated walk-in to reduce potential contamination

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Label all food containers to clearly identify the contents

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Do not use the same utensils to dispense condiments on prepared foods - each seperate condiment shall have their own utensil with handle top reduce potential contamination

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

When using wooden boards to plate resy to eat foods - use parchment paper or some form of a barrier unless the boards are made of maple [ non absorbant wood ]

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several prep tables and thr popcorn machine has several broken legs or edges- address

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace any and all compromised CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP LACERATIONS

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove soiled vents and soakl overnight as discussed

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue using paper towels as a drain plug - address and provide individual plugs for each basin

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Compromised test strips on site - replace

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior and exterior of all freezer / refrigeration equipment - all equipment on the cooking line - prep table tops and shelves underneath - under small appliances of the counter tops in the kitchen from visible food spills stains and soils

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Clean Linens (C)

Inspector’s notes

Store seperately from soiled linens as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the basin from obnoxious odors

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sin k in thje rear of the kitchen used for food prep and for the warewashing area nis broken anmd not working properly leaking bad underneath basin - repair - ASAP

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floors of the kitchen including the walk in from all food spills stains and soils

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Floor Covering Mats and Duckboards (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled matts and clean to remove a collection od food debris

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean ceiling areas where dust and debris are collecting especially by the ceiling vents

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Missing paper towels - replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All food handlers shall wear proper hair restraints

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover sll exposed meats and produce after use while stored in the refrigerated walk-in to reduce potential contamination

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Label all food containers to clearly identify the contents

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Do not use the same utensils to dispense condiments on prepared foods - each seperate condiment shall have their own utensil with handle top reduce potential contamination

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

When using wooden boards to plate resy to eat foods - use parchment paper or some form of a barrier unless the boards are made of maple [ non absorbant wood ]

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several prep tables and thr popcorn machine has several broken legs or edges- address

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace any and all compromised CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP LACERATIONS

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove soiled vents and soakl overnight as discussed

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue using paper towels as a drain plug - address and provide individual plugs for each basin

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Compromised test strips on site - replace

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior and exterior of all freezer / refrigeration equipment - all equipment on the cooking line - prep table tops and shelves underneath - under small appliances of the counter tops in the kitchen from visible food spills stains and soils

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Clean Linens (C)

Inspector’s notes

Store seperately from soiled linens as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the basin from obnoxious odors

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sin k in thje rear of the kitchen used for food prep and for the warewashing area nis broken anmd not working properly leaking bad underneath basin - repair - ASAP

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floors of the kitchen including the walk in from all food spills stains and soils

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Floor Covering Mats and Duckboards (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled matts and clean to remove a collection od food debris

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean ceiling areas where dust and debris are collecting especially by the ceiling vents

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Missing paper towels - replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Warewashing Sinks and Drain boards Self-Draining (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace plastic barrier used as a splash guard by the end of the dish machine

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floors of both refdrigerated / freezer walk-ins from all visible soils - clean walls in the kitchen / food prep areas from all visible soils

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elavatr all in use brooms and and soiled mops off the floors after use a minimum of six inches

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised cutting boards in the kitchen with deep lacerations where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove heavy soils on all hood vents where needed especially above the char grill

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing sections of the barrier for the slop sink where missing

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove loose trash and debris scattered around the dumpster

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised ceilng tiles where needed

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed at designated food prep areas of the kitchen

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all rusted shelving units in the kitchen area where needed - clean the rusted areas of the shelves inside the walk-in unit where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean floors throughout the klitchen especially behind the cooking line form allm visible soils

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post " Hand washing only" signs at all designated hand sinks where needed

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)

Inspector’s notes

Havr staff use their personal lockes to store jackets and all other personal items instead of the kitchen prep locations

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate all in use mops and brooms after use a minimum of six inches during storage

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up as discussed at designated food prep areas of the kitchen

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all rusted shelving units in the kitchen area where needed - clean the rusted areas of the shelves inside the walk-in unit where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing sections of the barrier for the slop sink where missing

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove loose trash and debris scattered around the dumpster

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised ceilng tiles where needed

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post " Hand washing only" signs at all designated hand sinks where needed

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate all in use mops and brooms after use a minimum of six inches during storage

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised cutting boards in the kitchen with deep lacerations where needed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove heavy soils on all hood vents where needed especially above the char grill

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean floors throughout the klitchen especially behind the cooking line form allm visible soils

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)

Inspector’s notes

Havr staff use their personal lockes to store jackets and all other personal items instead of the kitchen prep locations

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.