Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
10 inspections
Inspection
Sep 11, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
08/21/26 Provide door sweep to the back door to prevent pest entry 08/21/26 Door sweep had to be removed due to improper fit PIC request a week to replace it - currently on order and invoice was provided during the compliance
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Noted food product thawed not in the refrigerator.Retrain staff
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)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted raw burgers recorded@50F and cheese@51F.Remove and refrigerate all TCS foods.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted food stored in a small non commercial refrigerator on the cookline.Provide commercial grade refrigeration equipment to maintain food temperatures 41F or below.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide testing device for the sanitizer.
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
Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above all the products stored 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.
08/21/26 Provide door sweep to the back door to prevent pest entry 08/21/26 Door sweep had to be removed due to improper fit PIC request a week to replace it - currently on order and invoice was provided during the compliance
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Noted several areas in the basement with mice droppings.Clean and provide detail pest report Noted open container of mice poison in the basement.Discard and call the pest service technician to treat the establishment for pest service
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
Noted several areas in the basement with unnecessary items stored.Remove and elevate 6 inches from the floor. Noted back stairs in the back door with clutter.Remove and clean Noted food debris on the floor in the walkin.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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted hood sticker expired in January 2026.Service
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.
During the inspection fresh and old rodent droppings were observed in multiple areas of the kitchen and the restaurant basement indicating rodent activity. The presence of rodent droppings constitutes an insanitary condition that poses an imminent health hazard due to the potential contamination of food food-contact surfaces equipment and utensils.Provide detail pest report for licensed pest technician. I responded to the location on 8.4.26(9:00pm) while On Call for a report that the business is operating while on a Voluntary closure. Upon arrival the business was open & operating. I spoke to Asst .Commissioner Dan Prendergast. A TSOP was issued-(temporay suspension of the permnit) I spoke with owner Ashley Cardona and explained that the business will remain closed. The owner was instructed to contact the ISD Health office the next business day 617-635-5326 to request a hearing.
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, Aug 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 10, 2026
Temporarily closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
12 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above all the products stored 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.
Noted food product thawed not in the refrigerator.Retrain staff
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)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted raw burgers recorded@50F and cheese@51F.Remove and refrigerate all TCS foods.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted food stored in a small non commercial refrigerator on the cookline.Provide commercial grade refrigeration equipment to maintain food temperatures 41F or below.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide testing device for the sanitizer.
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.
Noted several possible entry points in the basement dining room in the kitchen area.Seal all the entry points. Provide door sweep to the back door to prevent pest entry
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Noted several areas in the basement with mice droppings.Clean and provide detail pest report Noted open container of mice poison in the basement.Discard and call the pest service technician to treat the establishment for pest service
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
Noted several areas in the basement with unnecessary items stored.Remove and elevate 6 inches from the floor. Noted back stairs in the back door with clutter.Remove and clean Noted food debris on the floor in the walkin.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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted hood sticker expired in January 2026.Service
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.
During the inspection fresh and old rodent droppings were observed in multiple areas of the kitchen and the restaurant basement indicating rodent activity. The presence of rodent droppings constitutes an insanitary condition that poses an imminent health hazard due to the potential contamination of food food-contact surfaces equipment and utensils.Provide detail pest report for licensed pest technician. I responded to the location on 8.4.26(9:00pm) while On Call for a report that the business is operating while on a Voluntary closure. Upon arrival the business was open & operating. I spoke to Asst .Commissioner Dan Prendergast. A TSOP was issued-(temporay suspension of the permnit) I spoke with owner Ashley Cardona and explained that the business will remain closed. The owner was instructed to contact the ISD Health office the next business day 617-635-5326 to request a hearing.
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, Aug 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 5, 2026
Temporarily closed
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted hood sticker expired in January 2026.Service
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.
Noted food product thawed not in the refrigerator.Retrain staff
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)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted raw burgers recorded@50F and cheese@51F.Remove and refrigerate all TCS foods.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide testing device for the sanitizer.
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
Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above all the products stored 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.
Noted several possible entry points in the basement dining room in the kitchen area.Seal all the entry points. Provide door sweep to the back door to prevent pest entry
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Noted several areas in the basement with mice droppings.Clean and provide detail pest report Noted open container of mice poison in the basement.Discard and call the pest service technician to treat the establishment for pest service
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
Noted several areas in the basement with unnecessary items stored.Remove and elevate 6 inches from the floor. Noted back stairs in the back door with clutter.Remove and clean Noted food debris on the floor in the walkin.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.
During the inspection fresh and old rodent droppings were observed in multiple areas of the kitchen and the restaurant basement indicating rodent activity. The presence of rodent droppings constitutes an insanitary condition that poses an imminent health hazard due to the potential contamination of food food-contact surfaces equipment and utensils.Provide detail pest report for licensed pest technician. I responded to the location on 8.4.26(9:00pm) while On Call for a report that the business is operating while on a Voluntary closure. Upon arrival the business was open & operating. I spoke to Asst .Commissioner Dan Prendergast. A TSOP was issued-(temporay suspension of the permnit) I spoke with owner Ashley Cardona and explained that the business will remain closed. The owner was instructed to contact the ISD Health office the next business day 617-635-5326 to request a hearing.
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, Aug 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 28, 2026
Voluntarily closed
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature
Official wording
Thawing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted food product thawed not in the refrigerator.Retrain staff
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)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted raw burgers recorded@50F and cheese@51F.Remove and refrigerate all TCS foods.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide testing device for the sanitizer.
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
Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above all the products stored 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.
Noted several possible entry points in the basement dining room in the kitchen area.Seal all the entry points. Provide door sweep to the back door to prevent pest entry
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Noted several areas in the basement with mice droppings.Clean and provide detail pest report Noted open container of mice poison in the basement.Discard and call the pest service technician to treat the establishment for pest service
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
Noted several areas in the basement with unnecessary items stored.Remove and elevate 6 inches from the floor. Noted back stairs in the back door with clutter.Remove and clean Noted food debris on the floor in the walkin.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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted hood sticker expired in January 2026.Service
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.
During the inspection fresh and old rodent droppings were observed in multiple areas of the kitchen and the restaurant basement indicating rodent activity. The presence of rodent droppings constitutes an insanitary condition that poses an imminent health hazard due to the potential contamination of food food-contact surfaces equipment and utensils.Provide detail pest report for licensed pest technician.
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, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 24, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Several food products stored on the floor inside the walk-in unit Elevate properly.
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.
Manual Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (P)
Inspector’s notes
High Temp Dish Machine without detergent and soap. 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.
Handsink at lower level and at the bar without soap. Provide.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Vent Sticker expired. Provide a current one.
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 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Several food products stored on the floor inside the walk-in unit Elevate properly.
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.
Manual Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (P)
Inspector’s notes
High Temp Dish Machine without detergent and soap. 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.
Handsink at lower level and at the bar without soap. Provide.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Vent Sticker expired. Provide a current one.
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 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2024
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No CFPM certificate (Serve Safe or other) and no allergen awarness certificate. Provide.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low Temp Dish Machine without sanitizer liquid. Provide.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
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.
Walk-In unit at lower level without any lighting. Provide.
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, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 1, 2024
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No CFPM certificate (Serve Safe or other) and no allergen awarness certificate. Provide.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low Temp Dish Machine without sanitizer liquid. Provide.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
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.
Walk-In unit at lower level without any lighting. Provide.
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.