Inspection
Jan 13, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source
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Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Walkin cooler inoperable. Alternative means for cold holding in place with reduced inventory until the unit can be repaired.
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, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Walkin cooler inoperable. Alternative means for cold holding in place with reduced inventory until the unit can be repaired.
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, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe under 3 bay sink (rinse and sanitizing bay ) observed leaking. Repair and provide invoice from a licensed plumber.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Door leading to the basement are observed without weather sweep/ potential entryway. Provide
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (C)
Evidence of mice activity downstairs in the basement storage area/ behind water heater (multiple droppings). Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator report to : isdhealth@boston.gov
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, Jul 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
10 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked spanish rice 46F stored in the walkin . Per PIC rice was cooked the night before. PIC voluntarily discard the product. PIC to train staff on monitoring temperature.
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 temperatureSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe under 3 bay sink (rinse and sanitizing bay ) observed leaking. Repair and provide invoice from a licensed plumber.
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 issuesPackaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed containers of food stored in the walkin unit without cover. Provide cover to protect from contamination.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingCooling (P)
Freshly made guacamole 47F store in line refrigerator unit. Product was placed back in the walkin to cool to 41F below . (corrected on site) PIC to train staff on cooling parameters.
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 temperatureFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor under warewashing observed with soils build up vent above warewashing observed rusty and soiled ceiling and compresso inside walkin unit in the kichen area observed soiled by black substances. Clean to remove
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 problemsOuter Openings Protected (C)
Door leading to the basement are observed without weather sweep/ potential entryway. Provide
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (C)
Evidence of mice activity downstairs in the basement storage area/ behind water heater (multiple droppings). Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator report to : isdhealth@boston.gov
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 insectsControlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of mice activity downstairs in the basement storage area (multiple droppings). Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator report to : Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov
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 insectsCleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired March 20th 2025. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hook cleaner.
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 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
7 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPackaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed containers of food stored in the walkin unit without cover. Provide cover to protect from contamination.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingCooling (P)
Freshly made guacamole 47F store in line refrigerator unit. Product was placed back in the walkin to cool to 41F below . (corrected on site) PIC to train staff on cooling parameters.
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 temperature(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked spanish rice 46F stored in the walkin . Per PIC rice was cooked the night before. PIC voluntarily discard the product. PIC to train staff on monitoring temperature.
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 temperatureFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor under warewashing observed with soils build up vent above warewashing observed rusty and soiled ceiling and compresso inside walkin unit in the kichen area observed soiled by black substances. Clean to remove
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Evidence of mice activity downstairs in the basement storage area (multiple droppings). Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator report to : Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov
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 insectsCleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired March 20th 2025. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hook cleaner.
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 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
13 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk food containers not labeled in basement
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Using milk crates in basement food storage and walk in refrigeration
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationFood Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
No overhead protection above food condiment storage that are under pipes in basement
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingEquipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)
Wet nesting clean equipment on shelving above 3 bay sink
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 issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Built up of soils on ceiling fixtures tiles vents and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on walls fixtures pipes and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on floors and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on shelving on walls and walk in units - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage
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 problemsMechanical-Ventilation (C)
No vent in bathroom - Basement
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 issuesMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove all unused and unnecessary items from basement
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 issuesClean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal event - I provided during inspecton Kit missing items - I reviewed with PIC as to what is missing
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 problemsMiscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Plumbing pipes on food prep sink has not airgap/indirect plumbing Food prep sink not labeled
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationSanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
QT test kit missing pH missing indicator
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 problemsGood Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Tops of 2 chest type in need of repainting - Basement
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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Chipped paint on exterior of grease trap - Ware washing Door in disrepair at bathroom - Basement Rust on shelving in ware washing and walk in units Ceiling in basement food storage/condiment container not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Interior of walk in door - Wooden is in disrepair/not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant
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 issuesNo wording provided in the official record.
No proof that the full time on site certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness No allergen poster posted in employee work area Food Allergy Awareness Requirements. Food establishments that cook prepare or serve food intended for immediate consumption either on or off the premises shall comply with the following requirements. (1) Poster. No later than October 1 2010 such food establishments shall prominently display in the employee work area a poster approved by the Department no smaller than 8.5 by 11 inches relating to major food allergens. The poster shall include the following information: (a) Major food allergens; (b) Health risks of food allergies; (c) Procedure to follow when a customer states that he or she has a food allergy; and (d) Emergency procedure to follow if a customer has an allergic reaction to a food. (2) Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer’s allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. (a) Effective Date. The notice must be included on printed menus and on indoor and outdoor menu boards including drive-through menu boards no later than October 1 2010. (3) Food Allergen Awareness Training By February 1 2011 such food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for 5 years. (b) The certified food protection manager shall: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and 2. Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as it relates to their assigned duties.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
13 recorded violations
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Using milk crates in basement food storage and walk in refrigeration
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationFood Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
No overhead protection above food condiment storage that are under pipes in basement
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingMiscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Plumbing pipes on food prep sink has not airgap/indirect plumbing Food prep sink not labeled
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationSanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
QT test kit missing pH missing indicator
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 problemsGood Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Tops of 2 chest type in need of repainting - Basement
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 issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Built up of soils on ceiling fixtures tiles vents and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on walls fixtures pipes and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on floors and attachments - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage Built up of soils on shelving on walls and walk in units - Prep/ware washing/walk in units and basement storage
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 problemsFood Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk food containers not labeled in basement
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingEquipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)
Wet nesting clean equipment on shelving above 3 bay sink
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 issuesMechanical-Ventilation (C)
No vent in bathroom - Basement
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 issuesMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove all unused and unnecessary items from basement
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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Chipped paint on exterior of grease trap - Ware washing Door in disrepair at bathroom - Basement Rust on shelving in ware washing and walk in units Ceiling in basement food storage/condiment container not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Interior of walk in door - Wooden is in disrepair/not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant
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 issuesClean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal event - I provided during inspecton Kit missing items - I reviewed with PIC as to what is missing
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 problemsNo wording provided in the official record.
No proof that the full time on site certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness No allergen poster posted in employee work area Food Allergy Awareness Requirements. Food establishments that cook prepare or serve food intended for immediate consumption either on or off the premises shall comply with the following requirements. (1) Poster. No later than October 1 2010 such food establishments shall prominently display in the employee work area a poster approved by the Department no smaller than 8.5 by 11 inches relating to major food allergens. The poster shall include the following information: (a) Major food allergens; (b) Health risks of food allergies; (c) Procedure to follow when a customer states that he or she has a food allergy; and (d) Emergency procedure to follow if a customer has an allergic reaction to a food. (2) Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer’s allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. (a) Effective Date. The notice must be included on printed menus and on indoor and outdoor menu boards including drive-through menu boards no later than October 1 2010. (3) Food Allergen Awareness Training By February 1 2011 such food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for 5 years. (b) The certified food protection manager shall: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and 2. Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as it relates to their assigned duties.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Provide labels on all bulk storage containers.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingDispensing Equipment Protection of Equipment and Food (C)
Plastic containers observed used for dispensing bulk storage items.Provide food grade scoops
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 16, 2023 · Original Source