Inspection
Sep 29, 2026
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
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Alcove
131 Beverly St
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Quick Answers
- When was Alcove last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Not required”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 11 inspections on record, from Jun 13, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
- Has Alcove ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 13, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspectionsInspection
Sep 25, 2026
Passed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide correct sanitizer strip for the 3 bay sink.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted high temp dish machine recording 128F on the gauge.Repair
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted dish machine in the kitchen leaking water from underneath.Repair
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted cutting board in the kitchen heavily scored.Resurface or Replace
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted small black flies at the bar area and in the back near the Ice Machine and utilty sink.Provide a detail pest report
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 3, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted refrigerator on the cookline not working Ice being used to cool the product.Repair
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide self closing door on the employee restroom in the back kitchen area.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted black mold on the wall behind the prep sink.Clean and sanitize
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 20, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official Wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Did not observe staff washing hands before switching over to new task.Retrain
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official Wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted pickles recorded 48F in the refrigertor on the main cookline.Monitor the temperature and repair
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing disclosure on the lunch menu for the burgers.Provide
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted refrigerator on the cookline not working Ice being used to cool the product.Repair
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide self closing door on the employee restroom in the back kitchen area.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted no paper towels in the hand sink near the prep sink.Provide
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted RTE foods past the 7 day shelf life.Discard and retrain staff
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted black mold on the wall behind the prep sink.Clean and sanitize
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 11, 2026
Failed
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official Wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Did not observe staff washing hands before switching over to new task.Retrain
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official Wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted pickles recorded 48F in the refrigertor on the main cookline.Monitor the temperature and repair
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing disclosure on the lunch menu for the burgers.Provide
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide self closing door on the employee restroom in the back kitchen area.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted no paper towels in the hand sink near the prep sink.Provide
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted RTE foods past the 7 day shelf life.Discard and retrain staff
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted black mold on the wall behind the prep sink.Clean and sanitize
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 11, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
10 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Maintain all shell tags in a chronological order.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted several RTE foods in the walkin past the 7 day expiration.Monitor and discard
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide correct sanitizer strip for the 3 bay sink.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted high temp dish machine recording 128F on the gauge.Repair
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted dish machine in the kitchen leaking water from underneath.Repair
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted cutting board in the kitchen heavily scored.Resurface or Replace
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide covered receptacle in the toilet room.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted small black flies at the bar area and in the back near the Ice Machine and utilty sink.Provide a detail pest report
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted sticky rotted fruits and broken glass on the floor underneath the equipment at the bar.Clean with frequency to prevent fruit flies. Noted unsanitary floors near the ice machine and utility sink in the back kitchen area.Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted hood sticker expired.Service
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 4, 2026
Failed
12 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Maintain all shell tags in a chronological order.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted several RTE foods in the walkin past the 7 day expiration.Monitor and discard
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide correct sanitizer strip for the 3 bay sink.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted high temp dish machine recording 128F on the gauge.Repair
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted dish machine in the kitchen leaking water from underneath.Repair
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted cutting board in the kitchen heavily scored.Resurface or Replace
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide covered receptacle in the toilet room.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-201.12-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker expired in December of 2024 have cleaned by licensed compnay with BFD.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted small black flies at the bar area and in the back near the Ice Machine and utilty sink.Provide a detail pest report
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted sticky rotted fruits and broken glass on the floor underneath the equipment at the bar.Clean with frequency to prevent fruit flies. Noted unsanitary floors near the ice machine and utility sink in the back kitchen area.Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted hood sticker expired.Service
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.008/8-201.13-COther
Official Wording
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food products being cryovac'd without proper Haccp and variance apply with Health division.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 28, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.12-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker expired in December of 2024 have cleaned by licensed compnay with BFD.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.008/8-201.13-COther
Official Wording
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food products being cryovac'd without proper Haccp and variance apply with Health division.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Tags not dated with last sold ensure last dates put on all tags
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 12, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Tags not dated with last sold ensure last dates put on all tags
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-201.12-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker expired in December of 2024 have cleaned by licensed compnay with BFD.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.008/8-201.13-COther
Official Wording
When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food products being cryovac'd without proper Haccp and variance apply with Health division.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 25, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Shellstock tags not being dated with last sold ensure dates on all tags
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
no dish plate simulator ot stick strips supply either to measure interior temp of dish machine
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 13, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Shellstock tags not being dated with last sold ensure dates on all tags
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
no dish plate simulator ot stick strips supply either to measure interior temp of dish machine
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 13, 2024 · Original Source