Inspection
Jul 6, 2026
18 recorded violations
Official wording
Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no hand washing during inspection unelss instructed to Observed food handlers not changing gloves between tasks - Touching multiple touch points and then handling food I provided hand washing instructions and glove use
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.
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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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Assignment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At time of inspection there was not a person in charge on the premises. The owner/operator must have a PIC on premises during all times of operations Manager called and arrived prior to my departure
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.
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
In use utensil stored in water - Provided proper storage to prevent contamination
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
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Food containers not stored 6" above the floor in basement
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.
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Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Reusing soy sauce containers to store other food items
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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.
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Food Labels (C)
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Builk food containers and inuse food containers not labeled with common name
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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.
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
In use food containers are visable soiled with food 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.
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Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on all cooking equipment throughout cooking line
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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.
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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up of soils on all shelving throughout kitchen/prep/storage/basement
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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.
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(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bowls pans pots etc not inverted
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Cleaning Receptacles (C)
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Built up soils on dumpster tote and grease bin
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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.
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and all attachments throughout Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage/basement/bathrooms/mop closet
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.
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Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of mouse dropping in kitchen/prep/ware washing/basement Provide full extermination and IPM report prior to reinspection
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.
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Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Inspector’s notes
Mops brooms etc not properly stored
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all unused articles from basement hallway to rear egress
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.
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Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable - Basement
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.
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No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Certified food protection manager not certified in allergen awareness No employee on the premises trained in anti choking - While food is being served there must be an employee trained in anti choking
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, Jul 6, 2026 · Original Source