SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
15 inspections
Inspection
Jul 24, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed Ready to Eat packaged sushi products without a use by date provided. PIC removed until proper labeling can be provided by vendor Moji Sushi.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 21, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed Ready to Eat packaged sushi products without a use by date provided. PIC removed until proper labeling can be provided by vendor Moji Sushi.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 14, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed Ready to Eat packaged sushi products without a use by date provided. PIC removed until proper labeling can be provided by vendor Moji Sushi.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 20, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Plan review and engineer report required to auth prep in basement. Advised to stop any construction until approval is given. This should be done asap. Refer to email with all documentation attached to address this issue.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-204.119-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Warewashing Sinks and Drain boards Self-Draining (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing proper drain boards over the 3 bay sink utilized for prep. Provide PIC may install a prep sink. Advised to submit a plan review prior to installation for approval.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a 3 bay sink utilized for food prep. Provide a quote via email from a licensed plumber on letter head for installation of an air gap. All work should be reviewed by isdhealth with a plan review and an engineering work.
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.
minorCode 590.005/5-501.114-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Using Drain Plugs (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing drain plugs. Provide plugs for all 3 bays.
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.
Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide proper sealing on the basement floor for proper cleaning and sanitizing. Observed multiple holes and opening in ceiling and wall. Repair
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 6, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.119-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Warewashing Sinks and Drain boards Self-Draining (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing proper drain boards over the 3 bay sink utilized for prep. Provide PIC may install a prep sink. Advised to submit a plan review prior to installation for approval.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a 3 bay sink utilized for food prep. Provide a quote via email from a licensed plumber on letter head for installation of an air gap.
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.
minorCode 590.005/5-501.114-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Using Drain Plugs (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing drain plugs. Provide plugs for all 3 bays.
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.
Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide proper sealing on the basement floor for proper cleaning and sanitizing. Observed multiple holes and opening in ceiling and wall. Repair
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.
Observed a cat in the ceiling. Remove and provide a report from the company to confirm removal of live cat. PIC states the cat is trapped.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 5, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a cat in the ceiling. Remove and provide a report from the company to confirm removal of live cat. PIC states the cat is trapped.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 28, 2026
Hearing scheduled
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with heavy food debris and cutting utensils stored. Remove and discontinue utilizing handsinks for any other purposes.
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.
Observed a cat in the ceiling. Remove and provide a report from the company to confirm removal of live cat. PIC states the cat is trapped.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with food soils. 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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 21, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with heavy food debris and cutting utensils stored. Remove and discontinue utilizing handsinks for any other purposes.
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.
Observed a cat in the ceiling. Remove and provide a report from the company to confirm removal of live cat. PIC states the cat is trapped.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with food soils. 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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 30, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 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
Packaged cheese at deli in a tub of water at 63F. Please cold hold cheese at or beloe 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed please give the metal shelves in the reach in refrigerators used to hold the packaged meats a cleanng and paint rusty shelves.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor under shelves and equipment in the walk ins prep rooms basement. Visibly soiled with debris. Ceiling fans in the retail area have heavy dust build up. 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in meat prep room leaking. Also the water was seen backing up into the three bay sink. Have repaired.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 23, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 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
Packaged cheese at deli in a tub of water at 63F. Please cold hold cheese at or beloe 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed please give the metal shelves in the reach in refrigerators used to hold the packaged meats a cleanng and paint rusty shelves.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor under shelves and equipment in the walk ins prep rooms basement. Visibly soiled with debris. Ceiling fans in the retail area have heavy dust build up. 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in meat prep room leaking. Also the water was seen backing up into the three bay sink. Have repaired.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 16, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide test kits for the chlorine used at the 3 bay sinks
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 26, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide test kits for the chlorine used at the 3 bay sinks
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 4, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dairy refrigeration with visible soils / 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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 4, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 14, 2024
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of shrimp stand up freezer with visible soils / Clean to remove Exterior of fish grab and go with visible soils / 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.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 6, 2023
Passed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s notes
Several packages of dog foods and packages of cookies with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and provide an addional pest control report for re-inspection.
In plain English
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Excess ice build-up observed on the outside of the freezer located next to the deli station. Address and defrost to remove. Excess moisture observed on the ground in front of the 2 door glass seafood freezer. Address clean to remove and make any necessary repairs. Excess frost and ice build-up observed inside of the glass door freezer. Address defrost and clean to remove. Parts have been order for the freezer and will be installed upon arrival as of 9/15/2023
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the rear of the of the basement storage area with what appears to be cat litter and feces. Address and 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.
At the time of the re-inspection there was evidence of gnaw marks on several bags of dog food. Address and provide additional pest control reports for the re-inspection.
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.