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The full inspection history
10 inspections
Inspection
Aug 18, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s notes
Facility observed without a service/ mop sink. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of an airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report was provide to be reviewed (7.10.26)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink on site observed without an air gap/ direct to waste: PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost install of air gap. Plumbers report was provide (7.10.26) If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled Plumbers report in process (6.26.26)
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, Aug 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 10, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current CFPM certificate In process (6.26.26)
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.
Facility observed without a service/ mop sink. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of an airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report was provide to be reviewed (7.10.26)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink on site observed without an air gap/ direct to waste: PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost install of air gap. Plumbers report was provide (7.10.26) If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled Plumbers report in process (6.26.26)
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple structure voids (hole) observed in various area of the storage room. Repair to prevent pest access. In process (6.26.26)
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.
PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate In process . PIC registered & paid sheduled to be taken in the next couple days.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 26, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
19 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide kit & procedure for vomit & diarrheal clean up. Provide Inspector will provide procedure to the operator via email
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 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current CFPM certificate In process (6.26.26)
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.
PIC unable to provide shell stock tags record. Provide & retain for 90 days with last sold date and in chronological order.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several containers of prepped foods stored in various cold holding unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory asterisks & allergen awareness observed missing from the menu. 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.
PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide and keep accessible
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide irreverssible (water proof) thermometer for the high temp dishwasher (kitchen/bar). Provide & maintain accessible
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
PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the 3 bay sink chlorin sanitizer. Provide Inspector test strips was used to measure sanitizer concentration
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.
Facility observed without a service/ mop sink. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of an airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in process (6.26.26)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink on site observed without an air gap/ direct to waste: PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost install of air gap. If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled Plumbers report in process (6.26.26)
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink on site observed without an air gap/ direct to waste: PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost install of air gap. If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
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
Storage room and walkin located on the exterior of the building observed in need of sweeping due to loose debris. 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.
Kitchen handwashing sink observed without hand soap. Provide & maintain to encourage handwashing
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.
Multiple handwashing sinks observed missing employees must wash hands signage. Provide 3 bay sink & food prep sink observed missing signage. 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.
Old rat droppings observed on the floor in the dry storage room. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report citing drop ceiling notation to: inca.prince@boston.gov
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
Multiple structure voids (hole) observed in various area of the storage room. Repair to prevent pest access. In process (6.26.26)
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.
PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate In process . PIC registered & paid sheduled to be taken in the next couple days.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide kit & procedure for vomit & diarrheal clean up. Provide Inspector will provide procedure to the operator via email
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 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current CFPM 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.
PIC unable to provide shell stock tags record. Provide & retain for 90 days with last sold date and in chronological order.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several containers of prepped foods stored in various cold holding unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory asterisks & allergen awareness observed missing from the menu. 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.
PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide and keep accessible
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide irreverssible (water proof) thermometer for the high temp dishwasher (kitchen/bar). Provide & maintain accessible
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
PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the 3 bay sink chlorin sanitizer. Provide Inspector test strips was used to measure sanitizer concentration
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.
Facility observed without a service/ mop sink. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of an airgap to: inca.prince@boston.gov
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink on site observed without an air gap/ direct to waste: PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost install of air gap. If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
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
Storage room and walkin located on the exterior of the building observed in need of sweeping due to loose debris. 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.
Kitchen handwashing sink observed without hand soap. Provide & maintain to encourage handwashing
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.
Multiple handwashing sinks observed missing employees must wash hands signage. Provide 3 bay sink & food prep sink observed missing signage. 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.
Old rat droppings observed on the floor in the dry storage room. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report citing drop ceiling notation to: inca.prince@boston.gov
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
Multiple ceiling tiles observed missing in the dry storage & beverage room. Repair Multiple structure voids (hole) observed in various area of the storage room. Repair to prevent pest access.
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, Jun 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Changes to the " winter menu" is missing the dosclosure / reminder fior foods offered under cooked - Address where needed
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
Compromised chlorine test strips on site - replace
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units where needed throughout the restaurant from all visible food spills 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 1, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Changes to the " winter menu" is missing the dosclosure / reminder fior foods offered under cooked - Address where needed
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
Compromised chlorine test strips on site - replace
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units where needed throughout the restaurant from all visible food spills 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 10, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 8, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Voluntary closure of establishment for power outage and water damage from fire in upstairs apartment. Contact ISD Health supervisor in the morning to discuss how to proceed. Provide reciepts from cleaning service. Wash and sanitize all exposed equipment. All foods embargoed. ISD responding to fire per BFD. Fire upstairs- not in establishment.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.