Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
12 inspections
Inspection
Apr 23, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-501.11-COther
Official wording
Outdoor Storage Surface (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease on the grease container and rat and bunny droppings on the ground. The grease container is stored inside a hooden hut. Clean the grounds to remove all droppings and grease on the ground and on the container.
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, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 14, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap on one of the prep sinks. The other prep sink has an air gap but it also has other hoses attached to it. Photo taken. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 mass ave. Plumbing inspector must sign off before health can approve. At the time of todays re inspection an air gap was observed. Waiting on the plumbing inspector to approve before I can approve.
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.
Observed heavy grease on the grease container and rat and bunny droppings on the ground. The grease container is stored inside a hooden hut. Clean the grounds to remove all droppings and grease on the ground and on the container.
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, Apr 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 7, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
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
No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite- 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.
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 mold- like substace inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize.
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 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap on one of the prep sinks. The other prep sink has an air gap but it also has other hoses attached to it. Photo taken. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 mass ave. Plumbing inspector must sign off before health can approve. At the time of todays re inspection an air gap was observed. Waiting on the plumbing inspector to approve before I can approve.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled/grease on floors in the kitchen next to the ice machine under the shelving at the front counter area. Remove kitchen equipment flip tops ice machine from the wall to clean floors. Remove all grease build up. Observed grease build up on the hood filters. Clean hood filters to remove grease build up.
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 worn grout lines under the prep sink. Regrout to prevent water and food debris from accumulating and stagnating.
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, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 1, 2026
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite- 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.
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 mold- like substace inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize.
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 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap on one of the prep sinks. The other prep sink has an air gap but it also has other hoses attached to it. Photo taken. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 mass ave. Plumbing inspector must sign off before health can approve.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled/grease on floors in the kitchen next to the ice machine under the shelving at the front counter area. Remove kitchen equipment flip tops ice machine from the wall to clean floors. Remove all grease build up. Observed grease build up on the hood filters. Clean hood filters to remove grease build up.
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 worn grout lines under the prep sink. Regrout to prevent water and food debris from accumulating and stagnating.
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, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 28, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of burrowing in basement floor with exposed earth. . Consult licensed pest control company. There are Burrows have been concreted however large swath of basement floor is exposed earth. Hole in basement window screen on side of building. Repair Treat and seal the entire area to prevent entrance of vermin. Smoke test with BWSC has been scheduled for week after Thankgiving holiday
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent acivity with what appears to be rat droppings in basement on floor at stair landing. IPM provided upon inspection from LadyBug Dated 11/17/25 states live rat sighting around pipe in basement. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 26, 2025
Voluntarily closed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of burrowing in basement floor with exposed earth. . Consult licensed pest control company. There are Burrows have been concreted however large swath of basement floor is exposed earth. Hole in basement window screen on side of building. Repair Treat and seal the entire area to prevent entrance of vermin. Smoke test with BWSC has been scheduled for week after Thankgiving holiday
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent acivity with what appears to be rat droppings in basement on floor at stair landing. IPM provided upon inspection from LadyBug Dated 11/17/25 states live rat sighting around pipe in basement. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Evidence of rodent acivity with what appears to be rat droppings in basement under stairwell. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. IPM report dated 10/20/25 upon re inspection. No up to date report available.
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.
Evidence of rodent acivity with what appears to be rat droppings in basement under stairwell. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. IPM report dated 10/20/25 upon re inspection. No up to date report available.
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.
Soap dispenser not working. Repair. Handwashing satisfactory at all other available handsinks.
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.
Evidence of rodent acivity with what appears to be rat droppings in basement under stairwell. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Soap dispenser not working. Repair. Handwashing satisfactory at all other available handsinks.
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.
Evidence of rat activity in basement with droppings and what appears to be a rodent burrow through broken concrete in basement floor. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 28, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Litter and debris in pation area. Clean to remove.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Landing at top of front steps with broken and missing concrete with uneven surfaces poses a trip hazard for customers entering the business. Make all necessary repairs.
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.