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The full inspection history
14 inspections
Inspection
Sep 22, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-501.110-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)
Inspector’s notes
The commercial grease container with the actual grease receptacle inside is being stored inside the designated trash storage area along with all the other soiled trash receptacles affiliated with the common use commercial businesses operating under the address here at 2360 Washington Street Roxbury Ma 02129 -Exterior of this container is visiblt soiled along with obnoxious odors emanating - flies and bees everywhere making it difficult for employees of the business to empty their trash and debris into - either clean to remove all visible soils or replace as dkscussed
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.
The designated trash location for this restaurant [ along with every other commercial business connected to the address 2360 Washington Street here in Roxbury Ma. 02129 ] needs to be properly cleaned and maintained on a daily basis the attached wooden doors should be closed when not in use to reduce potential rodent activity - all trash receptacles inside this designated trash storage area here at 2350 Washington Street are visibly soiled on the interior / exterior and need to be cleaned and sanitized - the floor of this trash location is also covered in loose soiled cardboard trash and debris - Remove all visible loose trash and debris inside the interior of this designated common trash storage - If the current - on site trash receptacles inside this designated trash location cannot be cleaned and sanitized properly new clean commercial grade trash receptacles dumpsters with tight fitting lids will need to be replaced
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, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 18, 2026
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 1, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure to empty the sanitizer in the sanitizing buckets after use - do not have any pooling water in the kitchen / prep areas - this can attract potential 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove the soiled wiping cloths air drying on the pole underneath the prep table in the middle of the kitchen
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
The commercial grease container with the actual grease receptacle inside is being stored inside the designated trash storage area along with all the other soiled trash receptacles affiliated with the common use commercial businesses operating under the address here at 2360 Washington Street Roxbury Ma 02129 -Exterior of this container is visiblt soiled along with obnoxious odors emanating - flies and bees everywhere making it difficult for employees of the business to empty their trash and debris into - either clean to remove all visible soils or replace as dkscussed
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.
Entire area where the trash is being stored needs to be properly cleaned and maintained - area is filthy with flies everywhere making it very hard for proprietors to dispose of their trash - no barriers or closures when entering the designated trash area - Address
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.
The designated trash location for this restaurant [ along with every other commercial business connected to the address 2360 Washington Street here in Roxbury Ma. 02129 ] needs to be properly cleaned and maintained on a daily basis the attached wooden doors should be closed when not in use to reduce potential rodent activity - all trash receptacles inside this designated trash storage area here at 2350 Washington Street are visibly soiled on the interior / exterior and need to be cleaned and sanitized - the floor of this trash location is also covered in loose soiled cardboard trash and debris - Remove all visible loose trash and debris inside the interior of this designated common trash storage - If the current - on site trash receptacles inside this designated trash location cannot be cleaned and sanitized properly new clean commercial grade trash receptacles dumpsters with tight fitting lids will need to be replaced
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.
Trash receptacles stored inside the designated trash area behind the restaurants are visibly filthy with strong odors of rotted trash -flies all over the place with loose trash and debris scattered throughout the area - clean to remove obnoxious odors and remove all trash filled receptacles where needed.-each trash receptacle needs to have a properly fitted lid - each bin also needs to be properly cleaned and sanitized after use with the lids tightly fastened after use - ensure all receptacles are free from holes and / or any openngs that may allow potential rodent activity
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Storage Areas Redeeming Machines Receptacles and Waste Handling Units Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Designated trash area for all four restaurants affiliated with the strip mall is disgusting - overwhelming odors of trash - flies everywhere - no barrier or door to keep the area segragated to reduce potential rodent activity - entire area needs to be cleaned and sanitized - current trash receptacles should be all replaced if they cannot be cleaned properly - area should also be enclosed to reduce potential rodent activity
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Basement area beneath Arizon BBQ is only accessible through another business located in [ Dunkin Donuts ] that happens to be three store fronts away - No food or paper supplies in the basement however there are several small openings including an open " pipe" - much dirt dust cobwebbs and debris under the floor boards - maintain clean --- Noted several bait traps and glue boards in the basment as the pest control company was on site yesterday and rebaited the basement [ according to the business owner ] receipts were also provided
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.
One dead mouse was noted on a glue board that was insid ethe wall near an opening by the front counter - contact pest control company and [ bait the area again where needed ]
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Inside the restaurant - clean to remove all saturated cardboard boxes being used to store pots pand and other and other utensils where needed [ under the front counter area as well as the cabinets underneath the meat slicer and dogh machine ]
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, Sep 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 20, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure to empty the sanitizer in the sanitizing buckets after use - do not have any pooling water in the kitchen / prep areas - this can attract potential 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove the soiled wiping cloths air drying on the pole underneath the prep table in the middle of the kitchen
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Entire area where the trash is being stored needs to be properly cleaned and maintained - area is filthy with flies everywhere making it very hard for proprietors to dispose of their trash - no barriers or closures when entering the designated trash area - Address
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.
Designated trash area for all four restaurants of this strip mall [ including Arizona BBQ ] is disgusting - overwhelming odors of trash -flies everywhere - no barrier or door to keep the designated trash storage area properly segragated to reduce potential rodent activity - entire area needs to be cleaned and sanitized - current trash receptacles are visibly filthy and need to be properly cleaned- area should also be enclosed to reduce potential rodent activity - Address immediately
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.
Trash receptacles stored inside the designated trash area behind the restaurants are visibly filthy with strong odors of rotted trash -flies all over the place with loose trash and debris scattered throughout the area - clean to remove obnoxious odors and remove all trash filled receptacles where needed.-each trash receptacle needs to have a properly fitted lid - each bin also needs to be properly cleaned and sanitized after use with the lids tightly fastened after use - ensure all receptacles are free from holes and / or any openngs that may allow potential rodent activity
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Storage Areas Redeeming Machines Receptacles and Waste Handling Units Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Designated trash area for all four restaurants affiliated with the strip mall is disgusting - overwhelming odors of trash - flies everywhere - no barrier or door to keep the area segragated to reduce potential rodent activity - entire area needs to be cleaned and sanitized - current trash receptacles should be all replaced if they cannot be cleaned properly - area should also be enclosed to reduce potential rodent activity
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Basement area beneath Arizon BBQ is only accessible through another business located in [ Dunkin Donuts ] that happens to be three store fronts away - No food or paper supplies in the basement however there are several small openings including an open " pipe" - much dirt dust cobwebbs and debris under the floor boards - maintain clean --- Noted several bait traps and glue boards in the basment as the pest control company was on site yesterday and rebaited the basement [ according to the business owner ] receipts were also provided
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.
One dead mouse was noted on a glue board that was insid ethe wall near an opening by the front counter - contact pest control company and [ bait the area again where needed ]
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Inside the restaurant - clean to remove all saturated cardboard boxes being used to store pots pand and other and other utensils where needed [ under the front counter area as well as the cabinets underneath the meat slicer and dogh machine ]
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.
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.
Replace all stained and missing ceiling tiles where needed
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 19, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Post allergen awareness certificate alongside your current food safety certificate
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside / exterior of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins from all visible food stains and soils
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s notes
Maintain clean after they are emptied - clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris around the area
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.
Repace all stained and missing ceiling tiles where needed
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Replace all stained and missing ceiling tiles where needed
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Mice activity outside the premises neat the trash storage - address as needed
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 19, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Post allergen awareness certificate alongside your current food safety certificate
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside / exterior of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins from all visible food stains and soils
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s notes
Maintain clean after they are emptied - clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris around the area
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.
Repace all stained and missing ceiling tiles where needed
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Mice activity outside the premises neat the trash storage - address as needed
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 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 22, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed immature fly activity within warewashing area. Instructed PIC to contact licensed pest control for services to treat drains. Provide 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 8, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no vomit / diarrhea kit on site. PIC ordered and procedures provided while on site; delivery tomorrow
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed ready to eat foods held over 24hrs per PIC inside walk in unit without date marking. Provide date marking for all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs in refrigerated units per PIC
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavily soiled microwave and grease inside bottom door on fryers. Thoroughly clean to remove all soils / grease
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 blood spills on floors in both walk in units. Clean to remove all spills
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 immature fly activity within warewashing area. Instructed PIC to contact licensed pest control for services to treat drains. Provide 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed Grill hood expired July 2025 and Pizza hood expired August 2025. Instructed PIC to contact hood cleaning company for appointments and submit confirmation to the Health Division immediately
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, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 1, 2025
Failed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no vomit / diarrhea kit on site. PIC ordered and procedures provided while on site; delivery tomorrow
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed ready to eat foods held over 24hrs per PIC inside walk in unit without date marking. Provide date marking for all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs in refrigerated units per PIC
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavily soiled microwave and grease inside bottom door on fryers. Thoroughly clean to remove all soils / grease
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 blood spills on floors in both walk in units. Clean to remove all spills
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed Grill hood expired July 2025 and Pizza hood expired August 2025. Instructed PIC to contact hood cleaning company for appointments and submit confirmation to the Health Division immediately
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, Oct 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 1, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed microwave with heavy food spills / debris. Clean to remove all spills / debris Observed food debris on rack between small refrigerated unit and fryolater. Clean to remove all food debris
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.
Provide most current pest reports for food establishment
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, May 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 24, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide most current pest reports for food establishment
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed microwave with heavy food spills / debris. Clean to remove all spills / debris Observed food debris on rack between small refrigerated unit and fryolater. Clean to remove all food debris
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 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 20, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 21, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food spills inside microwave. Clean with frequency to eliminate food spills / splatter. PIC corrected on site
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.