SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
36 inspections
Inspection
Sep 25, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage rack observed being stored directly next to the hand sink with no splash guard. Provide or relocate storage rack.
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.
At the time of the inspection there was no visible evidence of any activity. Pest control reports were still reporting acitivy/catches. The most recent report (from Waltham) stated 7 catches. Pest control is to be on site more frequently in order to address the current rodent issues.
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, Sep 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 21, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage rack observed being stored directly next to the hand sink with no splash guard. Provide or relocate storage rack.
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.
At the time of the inspection there was no visible evidence of any activity. Pest control reports were still reporting acitivy/catches. The most recent report (from Waltham) stated 7 catches. Pest control is to be on site more frequently in order to address the current rodent issues.
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, Aug 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 14, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked pasta inside of the flip top cooler with elevated temp 49-51. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection the single door pasta cooler does not appear to be functioning properly. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F.Foods to be removed at the time of the re-inspection. Elevated temperatures possibly due to warmer foods being placed into the unit (as stated by management).
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, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 13, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked pasta inside of the flip top cooler with elevated temp 49-51. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection the single door pasta cooler does not appear to be functioning properly. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F.Foods to be removed at the time of the re-inspection. Elevated temperatures possibly due to warmer foods being placed into the unit (as stated by management).
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, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 7, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection cooked pasta in the single door deli cooler at 49F. Address and make any necessary repairs. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Single door pasta cooler does not appear to be functioning properly at the time of the re-inspection. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F. Foods were removed at the time of the inspection. Replacement unit has been ordered and scheduled to be installed on 7/8/2026. Current unit is no longer being used.
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.
At the time of the re-inspection pest control was recording a minimum of 9 catches on the report. Address and provide and additional pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings located behind the bar area. Address adn provide an pest control report and esnure pest control is on site more frequently to address the current issue.
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, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 12, 2026
Hearing scheduled
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection cooked pasta in the single door deli cooler at 49F. Address and make any necessary repairs. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Single door pasta cooler does not appear to be functioning properly at the time of the re-inspection. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F. Foods were removed at the time of the inspection.
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
Inerior of the upright 2 door freezer with excess ice build-up. Address and defrost 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.
At the time of the re-inspection pest control was recording a minimum of 9 catches on the report. Address and provide and additional pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings located behind the bar area. Address adn provide an pest control report and esnure pest control is on site more frequently to address the current issue.
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, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 5, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked pasta in the single door deli cooler at 49F. Address and make any necessary repairs. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Single door pasta cooler does not appear to be functioning properly. Address make any necessary repairs and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F. Foods were removed at the time of the inspection.
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
Inerior of the uprigth 2 door freezer with excess ice build-up. Address and defrost 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.
Evidenc of what appears to be rodent droppings located behind the bar area. Address provide and up to date pest control report and esnure pest control is on site more frequently to address the current issue.
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, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 7, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection pest control reports were up to date. Reports indicated that there were still active catches being noted. Address and provide an additional pest control report for the schuduled re-inspection date.
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, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Hearing scheduled
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Pizza pans and other equipment observed being stored in between water pipe and wall. Discontinue and store all equipment in a clean and protected manner.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sliced deli cheese inside of the under the grill cooler at 51F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F.
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
At the time of the inspection there were no test strips. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor under and around the bar area with what appears to be rodent droppings and pieces of insulation. Address clean to remove and provide a more recent pest control report for the re-inspection.
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
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
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.
At the time of the re-inspection pest control reports were up to date. Reports indicated that there were still active catches being noted. Address and provide an additional pest control report for the schuduled re-inspection date.
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, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 18, 2026
Failed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Pizza pans and other equipment observed being stored in between water pipe and wall. Discontinue and store all equipment in a clean and protected manner.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sliced deli cheese inside of the under the grill cooler at 51F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F.
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
At the time of the inspection there were no test strips. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor under and around the bar area with what appears to be rodent droppings and pieces of insulation. Address clean to remove and provide a more recent pest control report for the re-inspection.
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
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
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.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on top of soda boxes. Address clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-insepction.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor in the prep rooms soda room under ovens cooking line and warewashing. Evidence of grime food and old rodent droppings found. Walls in the back pre-room and warewashing will need to be cleaned. 12-5-25 PIC will need to stay on top of the cleaning of all locations listed above and on pest report.
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.
PIC did have a pest control report from 10-2025. That was the last one. Please have pest control come back as much as it takes to have this problem. A deep cleaning of all equipment walls and floors. Patch any holes you find. Be sure the bench seats in the dinning room are being checked. Please send me reports going forward. 12-5-25 PIC provided me with a pest control report from 11-30-25 Multiple catches repairs and cleaning noted on the report. PIC stated that pest control should be inspecting every 3 days and not showing up. Please have them come out as much as needed to address this issue. All repairs will need to be done also.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor in the prep rooms soda room under ovens cooking line and warewashing. Evidence of grime food and old rodent droppings found. Walls in the back pre-room and warewashing will need to be cleaned. 12-5-25 PIC will need to stay on top of the cleaning of all locations listed above and on pest report.
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.
PIC did have a pest control report from 10-2025. That was the last one. Please have pest control come back as much as it takes to have this problem. A deep cleaning of all equipment walls and floors. Patch any holes you find. Be sure the bench seats in the dinning room are being checked. Please send me reports going forward. 12-5-25 PIC provided me with a pest control report from 11-30-25 Multiple catches repairs and cleaning noted on the report. PIC stated that pest control should be inspecting every 3 days and not showing up. Please have them come out as much as needed to address this issue. All repairs will need to be done also.
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
As discussed please repair faucet at the three bay sink. Repair the metal wall to the right of the three bay sink.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor in the prep rooms soda room under ovens cooking line and warewashing. Evidence of grime food and old rodent droppings found. Walls in the back pre-room and warewashing will need to be cleaned.
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.
PIC did have a pest control report from 10-2025. That was the last one. Please have pest control come back as much as it takes to have this problem. A deep cleaning of all equipment walls and floors. Patch any holes you find. Be sure the bench seats in the dinning room are being checked. Please send me reports going forward.
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
As discussed please repair faucet at the three bay sink. Repair the metal wall to the right of the three bay sink.
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, Nov 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At this time PIC is working with Ecolab to address the issue. This location is now getting inspectes every three days. The last report show 10 catches and some repairs that need to be done. PIC stated that she is in contact with the pest control company and the GM of Ecolab. PIC has asked for pictures of the problem so she can take care of them. PIC will need to be on location when inspection is taken place so all repest can be found and repaired. Please send me all the reports going forward. 6-18-25 Pest control report was clean but please have them remove the notes.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to continue to clean under and behind cooking equipment. Clean the dishwasher area walls and floor. Replace the caulking along the sinks in the dishwasher room.
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.
At this time PIC is working with Ecolab to address the issue. This location is now getting inspectes every three days. The last report show 10 catches and some repairs that need to be done. PIC stated that she is in contact with the pest control company and the GM of Ecolab. PIC has asked for pictures of the problem so she can take care of them. PIC will need to be on location when inspection is taken place so all repest can be found and repaired. Please send me all the reports going forward. 6-18-25 Pest control report was clean but please have them remove the notes.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to continue to clean under and behind cooking equipment. Clean the dishwasher area walls and floor. Replace the caulking along the sinks in the dishwasher room.
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.
At this time PIC is working with Ecolab to address the issue. This location is now getting inspectes every three days. The last report show 10 catches and some repairs that need to be done. PIC stated that she is in contact with the pest control company and the GM of Ecolab. PIC has asked for pictures of the problem so she can take care of them. PIC will need to be on location when inspection is taken place so all repest can be found and repaired. Please send me all the reports going forward.
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, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 8, 2025
Passed
8 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 will need to post and up to date Allergen 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean... exterior of the inplace cooking equipment Wire shelves in walk insBrown grime build up on top of dishwasher.
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.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PLease have the dishwasher wash gauge repaired. I ran the dishwasher 6 to 8 times it it only got to 120F. The rinse and at the plate in the proper range.
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.
Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
In basement storage found the to go containers on the floor. All boxes need to be stored off the floor 6 inches.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor along the walls in prep room back prep area cookling line under and behind cooking equipment and under shelves in walk ins.
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings in prep rooms mop sink area and under/in pizza oven that is not being used. Please do a deep cleaning of all areas and have pest control come out as much as it takes before re-inspection date. Please email them to me as you get them. PIC stated that pest control did not show up last week. Pest control should be inspecting each week. PIC will need to be sure that pest control is checking ceilings in back rooms and dinning room and under tables in dinning room.
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
In basement by back door the old dishwasher is leaking grime onto the floor. please remove and clean floor.
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, May 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 1, 2025
Failed
8 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 will need to post and up to date Allergen 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean... exterior of the inplace cooking equipment Wire shelves in walk insBrown grime build up on top of dishwasher.
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.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PLease have the dishwasher wash gauge repaired. I ran the dishwasher 6 to 8 times it it only got to 120F. The rinse and at the plate in the proper range.
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.
Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
In basement storage found the to go containers on the floor. All boxes need to be stored off the floor 6 inches.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor along the walls in prep room back prep area cookling line under and behind cooking equipment and under shelves in walk ins.
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings in prep rooms mop sink area and under/in pizza oven that is not being used. Please do a deep cleaning of all areas and have pest control come out as much as it takes before re-inspection date. Please email them to me as you get them. PIC stated that pest control did not show up last week. Pest control should be inspecting each week. PIC will need to be sure that pest control is checking ceilings in back rooms and dinning room and under tables in dinning room.
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
In basement by back door the old dishwasher is leaking grime onto the floor. please remove and clean floor.
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, May 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 22, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
In warewashing room please clean all attached equipment on the walls of grime build up and replace the moldy caulking.
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
Clean the floors along the walls in the dinning room under cooking equipment prep room and warewashing areas. Evidnece of old roddent droppings and dry food.
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.
PIC will need to address repairs noted on the pest control report. General cleaning of all areas will need to be done and please have pest control come back out. When repairs are made please besure that pest control inspector removes if from the notes on his report.
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, Apr 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 15, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
In warewashing room please clean all attached equipment on the walls of grime build up and replace the moldy caulking.
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher not working at this time. Three bay sink is being used to wash equipment. Paper plates and silverware is being used until fixed. 2-26-25 PIC has a new dishwasher on order for this location. PIC is using paper plates for larger meals. Small plates and silverware is being washed in the dishwasher at the bar.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floors along the walls in the dinning room under cooking equipment prep room and warewashing areas. Evidnece of old roddent droppings and dry food.
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.
PIC will need to address repairs noted on the pest control report. General cleaning of all areas will need to be done and please have pest control come back out. When repairs are made please besure that pest control inspector removes if from the notes on his report.
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, Apr 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 26, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Filters for the hood on the cooking line missing. I was told that they are being cleaned. Please clean filters and filters hangers. Hood sticker good until March 2025
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher not working at this time. Three bay sink is being used to wash equipment. Paper plates and silverware is being used until fixed. 2-26-25 PIC has a new dishwasher on order for this location. PIC is using paper plates for larger meals. Small plates and silverware is being washed in the dishwasher at the bar.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor along the waals in the kitchen and prep room. Some build up of grime.
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.
PIC has pest control inspecting multiple times a month. I did few some droppings behind the large mixer in the prep room. Please clean t remove and inform pest control.
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, Feb 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 19, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Filters for the hood on the cooking line missing. I was told that they are being cleaned. Please clean filters and filters hangers. Hood sticker good until March 2025
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher not working at this time. Three bay sink is being used to wash equipment. Paper plates and silverware is being used until fixed.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor along the waals in the kitchen and prep room. Some build up of grime.
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.
PIC has pest control inspecting multiple times a month. I did few some droppings behind the large mixer in the prep room. Please clean t remove and inform pest control.
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, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 9, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
I found evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement warewashing area under and in fake oven at to go counter. Please clean all areas so pest control can do a inspection. I did see a lot of traps around the location but if the location is cleaner and door sweep install could help. Please email the past pest control reports to me and my supervisor. 8-6-24 PIC has had the location cleaned and pest control inspects each week a few times. I will come back out in three weeks to check again. 9-24-24 PIC has made repairs and had done a beep cleaning and will continue. Reports are coming back with a lot of mice caught. PIC will need to monitor notes and make any other repairs to help stop the issue.
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 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 24, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
I found evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement warewashing area under and in fake oven at to go counter. Please clean all areas so pest control can do a inspection. I did see a lot of traps around the location but if the location is cleaner and door sweep install could help. Please email the past pest control reports to me and my supervisor. 8-6-24 PIC has had the location cleaned and pest control inspects each week a few times. I will come back out in three weeks to check again. 9-24-24 PIC has made repairs and had done a beep cleaning and will continue. Reports are coming back with a lot of mice caught. PIC will need to monitor notes and make any other repairs to help stop the issue.
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, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 27, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
I found evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement warewashing area under and in fake oven at to go counter. Please clean all areas so pest control can do a inspection. I did see a lot of traps around the location but if the location is cleaner and door sweep install could help. Please email the past pest control reports to me and my supervisor. 8-6-24 PIC has had the location cleaned and pest control inspects each week a few times. I will come back out in three weeks to check again.
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, Aug 27, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 6, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to get the past few pest reports and send them to this email to be review. This is the four inspection this year. PIC will need to do a better job of cleaning of location and repairs.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC will need to have the hood company come out and replace the hood sticker. It has multiple months and years marked off. Please have the correct sticker provided.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of all the floor on cooking line basement storage areas stairs to basement and warewashing. While cleaning if any hole are found please block them
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.
In walk in by warewashing found a broken light sheild. Please replace.
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.
I found evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement warewashing area under and in fake oven at to go counter. Please clean all areas so pest control can do a inspection. I did see a lot of traps around the location but if the location is cleaner and door sweep install could help. Please email the past pest control reports to me and my supervisor. 8-6-24 PIC has had the location cleaned and pest control inspects each week a few times. I will come back out in three weeks to check again.
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, Aug 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 23, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to get the past few pest reports and send them to this email to be review. This is the four inspection this year. PIC will need to do a better job of cleaning of location and repairs.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC will need to have the hood company come out and replace the hood sticker. It has multiple months and years marked off. Please have the correct sticker provided.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of all the floor on cooking line basement storage areas stairs to basement and warewashing. While cleaning if any hole are found please block them
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.
In walk in by warewashing found a broken light sheild. Please replace.
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.
I found evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement warewashing area under and in fake oven at to go counter. Please clean all areas so pest control can do a inspection. I did see a lot of traps around the location but if the location is cleaner and door sweep install could help. Please email the past pest control reports to me and my supervisor.
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, Jul 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 18, 2024
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the walls and the floor in warewashing. Dry food on walls. Clean steps to basement. Evidence of rodent dropings on steps. Please provide pest control report at re-inspection.
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.
PIC stated that pest control inspects a few times each week. Please provide reports at re-inspection. General cleaning of the location should help with the issue.
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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to set up sanitizer buckets for staff to use and store wiping cloths.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace moldy caulking in warewashing room.
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.
Location has more than 25 seats please provide a certificate for anti-choking and post with permits. This class can be done on line and then review with staff.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 11, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to set up sanitizer buckets for staff to use and store wiping cloths.
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.
PIC stated that pest control inspects a few times each week. Please provide reports at re-inspection. General cleaning of the location should help with the issue.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace moldy caulking in warewashing room.
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
Clean the walls and the floor in warewashing. Dry food on walls. Clean steps to basement. Evidence of rodent dropings on steps. Please provide pest control report at re-inspection.
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.
Location has more than 25 seats please provide a certificate for anti-choking and post with permits. This class can be done on line and then review with staff.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
In use wiping cloth after use stored on counter top no sanitizer 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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
In use wiping cloth after use stored on counter top no sanitizer 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 28, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher was not working properly. Looks like its dong to wash cycles and did not reach temperature when the rinse cycle. PIC called and repair man is on the way. Do not use the dishwasher until repaired. Use the three bay sink. Please let me know later today that it was repaired.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 20, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
9 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to review with staff to wash hands more often. If soap and paper towels empty to replace it. General cleaning of location should help with rodents. If repairs are need on dishwashers and other equipment please have repaired right away.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC was thawing chicken on a speed rack at room temperature. Discontinue and store in walk in until defrosted or cook frozen.
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)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Meatballs in hot holding uit at 130F. PIC will need to remove reheat to 165F and hot hold at 135F. Please monitor.
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.
Hood filters on cooking line visible soiled with grease build up and the holders also. The hood sticker for the back prep room oven expired Nov 2023 and the cooking line expires this month. Please address.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Irreversible measuring device not working at this time. Replace or repair.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher was not working properly. Looks like its dong to wash cycles and did not reach temperature when the rinse cycle. PIC called and repair man is on the way. Do not use the dishwasher until repaired. Use the three bay sink. Please let me know later today that it was repaired.
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement and storage room. Please clean all areas and have pest control come back out.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to do a cleaning of shelves and refrigeration equipment. PIC will need to clean attached equipment on walls... Paper towels holders soap dispensers at sinks and at dishwasher. Top of the dishwasher also will need to be cleaned.
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, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 13, 2024
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to do a cleaning of shelves and refrigeration equipment. PIC will need to clean attached equipment on walls... Paper towels holders soap dispensers at sinks and at dishwasher. Top of the dishwasher also will need to be cleaned.
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.
Hood filters on cooking line visible soiled with grease build up and the holders also. The hood sticker for the back prep room oven expired Nov 2023 and the cooking line expires this month. Please address.
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dishwasher was not working properly. Looks like its dong to wash cycles and did not reach temperature when the rinse cycle. PIC called and repair man is on the way. Do not use the dishwasher until repaired. Use the three bay sink. Please let me know later today that it was repaired.
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.
PIC will need to review with staff to wash hands more often. If soap and paper towels empty to replace it. General cleaning of location should help with rodents. If repairs are need on dishwashers and other equipment please have repaired right away.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC was thawing chicken on a speed rack at room temperature. Discontinue and store in walk in until defrosted or cook frozen.
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)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Meatballs in hot holding uit at 130F. PIC will need to remove reheat to 165F and hot hold at 135F. Please monitor.
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
Irreversible measuring device not working at this time. Replace or repair.
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings in basement stairs to basement and storage room. Please clean all areas and have pest control come back out.
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, Mar 13, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 4, 2023
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the small ice chest that is attached to the soda machine had a puddle of water on the open cover. Please keep closed and clean so melted water is not getting into the ice bin below. 9-28-23 PIC will still need to address the small ice chest under the soda machine that has water puddling on the cover and can leak into the ice. Also PIC has had the pest control company out to do inspects. He stated that they are coming back out on 10-1-23 to bomb the restaurant. Please do a deep cleaning before this takes place.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor in warewashing room under and behind dishwasher grease trap and three bay sink. Visibly soiled Clean walls in warewashing cooking line and prep areas of dry food stains.
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
Dishwasher is getting to temperature but water is leaking all over the floor. Please have repaired. Discontinue to use until repaired.
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 4, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 28, 2023
Failed (extension granted)
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the small ice chest that is attached to the soda machine had a puddle of water on the open cover. Please keep closed and clean so melted water is not getting into the ice bin below. 9-28-23 PIC will still need to address the small ice chest under the soda machine that has water puddling on the cover and can leak into the ice. Also PIC has had the pest control company out to do inspects. He stated that they are coming back out on 10-1-23 to bomb the restaurant. Please do a deep cleaning before this takes place.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
On clean equipment shelf found container with burn holes / cracked. Please remove when damaged.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean wire shelves in walk in exterior of bulk food containers grease traps and refrigeration handles.
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.
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker good until Nov 2023
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.
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At this time found the dishwasher not getting to 160F at the plate. PIC has called to have is repaired. The three bay sink will be used going forward until repaired.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
I found soiled containers on the clean equipment shelves. Please review with staff to check when washing to be sure its properly cleaned.
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
Clean floor in warewashing room under and behind dishwasher grease trap and three bay sink. Visibly soiled Clean walls in warewashing cooking line and prep areas of dry food stains.
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.
PIC will need to clean equipment attached to the walls in warewashing. Molding caulking at dishwasher three bay and hand sinks. Heat and A/C vent and ceiling tile in warewashing soiled with dust.
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 will have pest control come out and do an inspection for rodents and roaches. I did not see them at this time but did find droppings. PIC is aware of the problem and has called and will have them out a few times to address this CRM. Please email me the past few reports and the next few.
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
Dishwasher is getting to temperature but water is leaking all over the floor. Please have repaired. Discontinue to use until repaired.
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.