Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
21 inspections
Inspection
Apr 2, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Several fans/covers inside of the meat walk-in cooler missing and damaged. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspection and work order has been placed.
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 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 24, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 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
Dominican cheese balls in water observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinu and ensure all TCS foods are being maitained at below 41F unless otherwise authorized.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked beef Pastelitos in small hot holding cabinet at 121F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Foods out of temperature to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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
Several fans/covers inside of the meat walk-in cooler missing and damaged. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspection and work order has been placed.
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.
No food thermometers available at the time of the inspection. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both open air freezers with cut ox tail with excess frost build-up. Defrost 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink located in teh produce department observed being blocked with peices of equipment. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks are accessible during all operational 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb. 2026. Adddress and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Portion of flooring in the meat department damaged and with missing floor tiles. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 16, 2026
Failed
8 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
Dominican cheese balls in water observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinu and ensure all TCS foods are being maitained at below 41F unless otherwise authorized.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked beef Pastelitos in small hot holding cabinet at 121F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Foods out of temperature to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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
Small electric fryer observed being used and not properly positioned under the suppression system. Discontinue use. Several fans/covers inside of the meat walk-in cooler missing and damaged. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspection and work order has been placed.
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.
No food thermometers available at the time of the inspection. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both open air freezers with cut ox tail with excess frost build-up. Defrost 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink located in teh produce department observed being blocked with peices of equipment. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks are accessible during all operational 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb. 2026. Adddress and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Portion of flooring in the meat department damaged and with missing floor tiles. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 19, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed daylight coming through the wall in the back meat area where they store the meat packaging items. Remove daylight to ensure no rodents are able to enter. Observed debris under the shelving. Clean under the shelving to help prevent with rodent activity.
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
Observed daylight coming through the exterior door in the room off the meat room. Remove all daylight. Repair door.
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, Dec 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 5, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed daylight coming through the wall in the back meat area where they store the meat packaging items. Remove daylight to ensure no rodents are able to enter. Observed debris under the shelving. Clean under the shelving to help prevent with rodent activity.
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
Observed daylight coming through the exterior door in the room off the meat room. Remove all daylight. Repair door.
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, Dec 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 26, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed daylight coming through the wall in the back meat area where they store the meat packaging items. Remove daylight to ensure no rodents are able to enter.
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
Observed daylight coming through the exterior door in the room off the meat room. Remove all daylight. Repair door.
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, Nov 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed rice and debris under the rice shelving. After reviewing the pest report please remove the bottom shelving in the rice area. Clean and sanitize floors and look for any holes in the walls. Repair walls if there are any holes. Observed debris on the floor in the back produce room. Recommend removing all items in the room clean and sanitize floors to remove debris. Observed a hole in the wall. Repair wall. Observed daylight coming through the wall in the back meat area where they store the meat packaging items. Remove daylight to ensure no rodents are able to enter.
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
Observed daylight coming through the exterior door in the room off the meat room. Remove all daylight. Repair door.
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, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 30, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
At today re inspection no droppings were observed. The licensed exterminator came out on 10/21/25 and the PIC was able to provide a detailed report. PIC addressed all the recommendations on the prior extermination report. The report is still stating that their is rodent activity. But that the issues have greatly reduced. PIC stated that they will have weekly inspections until this is resolved. Contact the licensed company and have them come back out before the next health inspection. Provide a detailed IPM 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
The extermination report stated that there was a hole behind the spice rack. The PIC showed me the hole. The exterminator recommended leaving this hole open until further notice. Repair hole when the issue has been addressed.
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, Oct 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 22, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
The licensed exterminator came out on 10/15/25 and is going to provide door sweeps to the front exterior doors on Monday 10/20/25. In the meantime PIC stated that he would have his carpenter attach the door sweeps. The automatic doors may need a special door sweeps. At the time of the re inspection the exterior door located in the receiving room was being repaired and the holes in the wall near where they store the large barrells were repaired.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
At today re inspection no droppings were observed. The licensed exterminator came out on 10/21/25 and the PIC was able to provide a detailed report. PIC addressed all the recommendations on the prior extermination report. The report is still stating that their is rodent activity. But that the issues have greatly reduced. PIC stated that they will have weekly inspections until this is resolved. Contact the licensed company and have them come back out before the next health inspection. Provide a detailed IPM 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
The extermination report stated that there was a hole behind the spice rack. The PIC showed me the hole. The exterminator recommended leaving this hole open until further notice. Repair hole when the issue has been addressed.
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, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed expired Campbells soup. 4/26/25. Ensure all expired foods are removed from the shelf. Observed dust ontop of the canned foods in aisle 3. Clean to remove dust.
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.
Provide thermometer inside the first produce refrigeration unit located on the side wall and inside the open refrigeration unit located at the end of Aisle 7.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed broken tiles in the frozen good aisle. Repair- At today's re inspection the person was on site who is repairing the tiles. Clean floors after the tiles have been repaired. End caps
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.
The licensed exterminator came out on 10/15/25 and is going to provide door sweeps to the front exterior doors on Monday 10/20/25. In the meantime PIC stated that he would have his carpenter attach the door sweeps. The automatic doors may need a special door sweeps. At the time of the re inspection the exterior door located in the receiving room was being repaired and the holes in the wall near where they store the large barrells were repaired.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
At today re inspection no droppings were observed. The licensed exterminator came out yesterday 10/15 and the PIC was able to provide a detailed report. PIC is addressing all the recommendations stated on the extermination report and this report. Spoke to the extermination company and they are scheduled to come back out on Monday 10/20/25. They are going to reach out to the PIC if they have any cancelations. Please keep the health inspector up to date on the reports. PIC stated that they will have weekly inspections until this is resolved. Contact the licensed company and provide a detailed IPM report. Ensure that the exterminator inspects drop ceilings interior and exterior. Recommend more frequent visits until a clean report is provided.
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.
Observed rat droppings underneath the chip shelving. Recommended removing the bottom shelf pulling the shelving out and sweep clean and sanitize the floors to remove new and old dropping and any other debris. PIC was able to provide Sept 16th pest report that states rat activity. The exterminator is due to come back out tomorrow per the report. Contact the licensed company and provide a detailed IPM report. Ensure that the exterminator inspects drop ceilings interior and exterior. Recommend more frequent visits until a clean report is provided. Ensure exterior door is repaired all holes leading to outside are filled and doors are kept shut when not in use.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
The extermination report stated that there was a hole behind the spice rack. The PIC showed me the hole. The exterminator recommended leaving this hole open until further notice. Repair hole when the issue has been addressed.
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, Oct 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 14, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed expired Campbells soup. 4/26/25. Ensure all expired foods are removed from the shelf. Observed dust ontop of the canned foods in aisle 3. Clean to remove dust.
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.
Provide thermometer inside the first produce refrigeration unit located on the side wall and inside the open refrigeration unit located at the end of Aisle 7.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food and debris on the floor in the breakroom under the shelving in the rice area in and around the register area. Sweep clean and sanitize floors to remove food debris and heavy soil build up. Observed milk on the floor located in the expired food good area. Clean and sanitize to remove milk. Observed dust build up on the air filters where the eggs are located. Clean to remove dust. Observed broken tiles in the frozen good aisle. Repair Recommended removing shelving and end caps to clean floor.
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.
Observed rat droppings underneath the chip shelving. Recommended removing the bottom shelf pulling the shelving out and sweep clean and sanitize the floors to remove new and old dropping and any other debris. PIC was able to provide Sept 16th pest report that states rat activity. The exterminator is due to come back out tomorrow per the report. Contact the licensed company and provide a detailed IPM report. Ensure that the exterminator inspects drop ceilings interior and exterior. Recommend more frequent visits until a clean report is provided. Ensure exterior door is repaired all holes leading to outside are filled and doors are kept shut when not in use.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed an exterior door in the receiving area that does not close properly. Ensure no daylight can come through the door to help prevent rodent activity. Observed a few holes in the back room where the large barrells are located. Fill in holes.
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, Oct 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 21, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed milk being stored on the edge of the refrigeration unit. Milk was temped 37F. Ensure staff is not placing any food items on the edge this will block the air flow and the food will be out of temperature. Staff corrected on site.
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.
2 small dessert refrigeration units in the front of the store do not have thermometers. Provide thermometers inside both units.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed stained and missing ceiling tiles in the front of the store over the produce area. Replace/Paint ceiling tiles. Observed food items and debris under shelving. Clean to remove debris and food items. Observed rice on the floor in the rice area. Clean floors to remove rice. Remove card board boxes in aisle 2.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed tires being stored in the trash area. Remove tires and debris in the trash area. Remove sweep and clean.
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 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 14, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed milk being stored on the edge of the refrigeration unit. Milk was temped 37F. Ensure staff is not placing any food items on the edge this will block the air flow and the food will be out of temperature. Staff corrected on site.
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.
2 small dessert refrigeration units in the front of the store do not have thermometers. Provide thermometers inside both units.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed stained and missing ceiling tiles in the front of the store over the produce area. Replace/Paint ceiling tiles. Observed food items and debris under shelving. Clean to remove debris and food items. Observed rice on the floor in the rice area. Clean floors to remove rice. Remove card board boxes in aisle 2.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed tires being stored in the trash area. Remove tires and debris in the trash area. Remove sweep and clean.
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 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Reported carbon monoxide in the basement storage BFD on site reporting high levels of carbon monoxide in the basement storage Manager voluntarily closed the store staff evacuated ISD building inspector on site. Store to remain closed until carbon monoxide safe levels are reached. Manager instructed to remain closed until BFD & ISD Building inspectors provide approval to re-open
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 11, 2025
Voluntarily closed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Reported carbon monoxide in the basement storage BFD on site reporting high levels of carbon monoxide in the basement storage Manager voluntarily closed the store staff evacuated ISD building inspector on site. Store to remain closed until carbon monoxide safe levels are reached. Manager instructed to remain closed until BFD & ISD Building inspectors provide approval to re-open
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 15, 2024
Report filed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed boxes being stored on the floor in the walk in refrigeration unit in the meat room. Provide proper storage at least 6 inches off the floor.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut melon being stored at 47F. Ensure that staff is trained properly on cold holding. PIC took melon off the shelf and placed back into another refrigeration unit. Observed fish being stored at 51F and 56F same unit as the last inspection. Ensure that staff is trained properly on cold holding. Fish was taken off the shelf and placed back into another refrigeration unit.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed egg being stored at 125F and longaniza 130F in the deli deparment at the front of the store. PIC removed the 3 eggs and the longaniza and put into the trash. Ensure that staff is trained on Hot holding. All other food items were in compliance.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed debis inside the seafood wall freezer unit. Clean to remove all debris crumbs.
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
Observed missing ceiling tiles. Replace tiles. PIC- stated they have someone coming to move the ceiling tiles over to close up the ceiling. Email a photo when this violation has been corrected.
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.
Evidence of rodent activity on the dog food shelving. Clean to remove rodent activity. PIC was able to provide an updated IPM report June 7th. Exterminator is due to come back this week. Be sure to read the exermination reports.
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, Jul 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 8, 2024
Failed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed boxes being stored on the floor in the walk in refrigeration unit in the meat room. Provide proper storage at least 6 inches off the floor.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut melon being stored at 47F. Ensure that staff is trained properly on cold holding. PIC took melon off the shelf and placed back into another refrigeration unit. Observed fish being stored at 51F and 56F same unit as the last inspection. Ensure that staff is trained properly on cold holding. Fish was taken off the shelf and placed back into another refrigeration unit.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed egg being stored at 125F and longaniza 130F in the deli deparment at the front of the store. PIC removed the 3 eggs and the longaniza and put into the trash. Ensure that staff is trained on Hot holding. All other food items were in compliance.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed debis inside the seafood wall freezer unit. Clean to remove all debris crumbs.
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
Observed missing ceiling tiles. Replace tiles. Observed debris and other food items under the rice shelving. Clean to remove rice and other debris on the floor.
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.
Evidence of rodent activity on the dog food shelving. Clean to remove rodent activity. PIC was able to provide an updated IPM report June 7th. Exterminator is due to come back this week. Be sure to read the exermination reports.
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, Jan 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 11, 2023
Failed (extension granted)
6 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
Salami 53F between packages. 50F in product. PIC moved everything on the shelves to walk- in. Corrected onsite. Squash was pre-cut and wraped at room temperture 49F. PIC moved the squash to refrigeration. Corrected onsite.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove frost build up on the compressors inside the walk in and in the frozen vegetable case. Clean under the shelving under the grocery aisles. Clean to remove debris. Remove stagnant water in the basement.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink needs an indirect to waste. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed.
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, Dec 11, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2023
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
Salami 53F between packages. 50F in product. PIC moved everything on the shelves to walk- in. Corrected onsite. Squash was pre-cut and wraped at room temperture 49F. PIC moved the squash to refrigeration. Corrected onsite.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove frost build up on the compressors inside the walk in and in the frozen vegetable case. Clean under the shelving under the grocery aisles. Clean to remove debris. Remove stagnant water in the basement.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink needs an indirect to waste. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed.
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.