Inspection
Jul 22, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 22, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
B/Spoke
54 Old Colony Av
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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
13 inspectionsInspection
Feb 20, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hot water knob not operating properly. Required water access not accessable. Repair and provide accurate water access for hand washing.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 16, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hot water knob not operating properly. Required water access not accessable. Repair and provide accurate water access for hand washing.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed prepackaged baked goods in the grab and go case without proper labeling. Provide on all product not within there original packaging.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
8-301.11 Condition of issuance for nonpayment of the 2025 Health Permit. Contact the Health Department for immediate payment
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 13, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed prepackaged baked goods in the grab and go case without proper labeling. Provide on all product not within there original packaging.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
8-301.11 Condition of issuance for nonpayment of the 2025 Health Permit. Contact the Health Department for immediate payment
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 30, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 15, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Allergen certificate expired. Provide updated certification L-1 105 CMR 590.009(h)(3)
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 15, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Current Servesafe exp. Provide updated 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesmajorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple pre packaged products in the grab and go case without labeling. Provide
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Allergen certificate expired. Provide updated certification L-1 105 CMR 590.009(h)(3)
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Current Servesafe exp. Provide updated 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesmajorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple pre packaged products in the grab and go case without labeling. Provide
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Allergen certificate expired. Provide updated certification L-1 105 CMR 590.009(h)(3)
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 29, 2023
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test kit for low temp dish machine. Provide.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Provide allergen statement on posted and internet menus. 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)Location. The notice must be included on printed menus and on indoor and outdoor menu boards including drive-through menu boards.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 29, 2023 · Original Source