SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
13 inspections
Inspection
Jul 13, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Establishment has a few tables with bench seats for customers. The only way to access the Public/Employee restroom is through the food service. Remove seats and tables or section off the kitchen area.
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
Observed debris on the floors downstairs near the lockers. Clean to remove debris. Observed stagnant water in a bucket located in the common area. Remove stagnant water to ensure no pest activity. Clean and organize basement. Observed a brick wall located in the basement area (common area) that is missing bricks. Repair wall to ensure no pest can enter the building. Observed a few entry points in the basement that need to be addressed to ensure no pest activity. Close all voids.
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
Jun 26, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Establishment has a few tables with bench seats for customers. The only way to access the Public/Employee restroom is through the food service. Remove seats and tables or section off the kitchen area.
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
Observed debris on the floors downstairs near the lockers. Clean to remove debris. Observed stagnant water in a bucket located in the common area. Remove stagnant water to ensure no pest activity. Clean and organize basement. Observed a brick wall located in the basement area (common area) that is missing bricks. Repair wall to ensure no pest can enter the building. Observed a few entry points in the basement that need to be addressed to ensure no pest activity. Close all voids.
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, Jun 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Establishment has a few seats and tables for customers. The only way to access the Public/Employee restroom is through the food service area. See photos attached. Establishment only has one restroom.
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.
No thermometers inside 2 of the refrigeration units behind the counter. Provide thermometers.
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.
No ventilation fan in the employee bathroom. Provide
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Establishment has a few seats and tables for customers. The only way to access the Public/Employee restroom is through the food service area. See photos attached. Establishment only has one restroom.
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.
No thermometers inside 2 of the refrigeration units behind the counter. Provide thermometers.
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.
No ventilation fan in the employee bathroom. Provide
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 23, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
There is no on site designated person in charge per staff on site. Provide. No certified food protection manager certificate posted. Provide No Allergen Awareness certificate posted. Provide.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 16, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
There is no on site designated person in charge per staff on site. Provide. No certified food protection manager certificate posted. Provide No Allergen Awareness certificate posted. Provide.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floors in warewashing area and back hallway storage with visible soils. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Condensation drain from wall AC unit draining into handsink. Relcocate elsewhere into indirect waste drain.
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.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Trash receptacles blocking rear egress. Relocate.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean and disinfect restroom repair broken toilet seat
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floors in warewashing area and back hallway storage with visible soils. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Condensation drain from wall AC unit draining into handsink. Relcocate elsewhere into indirect waste drain.
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.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Trash receptacles blocking rear egress. Relocate.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean and disinfect restroom repair broken toilet seat
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, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Inspector’s notes
Unifinished wood floor in backhallway holes in walls in back storage areas holes in celing with broken plaster. Seal with cleanable materials. Dry storage room in basment with unfished wall and exposed dirt. Provide properly constructed floors walls and ceilings.
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 590.004/4-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Equipment Cleaning Frequency (C)
Inspector’s notes
Three comparment sink with visible buildup in middle bay. 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.
Unifinished wood floor in backhallway holes in walls in back storage areas holes in celing with broken plaster. Seal with cleanable materials. Dry storage room in basment with unfished wall and exposed dirt. Provide properly constructed floors walls and ceilings.
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.
Evidence of mice activity with droppings on floor in back hallway. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated pest report upon 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Restroom odorous with soils. Clean and disinfect.
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 590.004/4-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Equipment Cleaning Frequency (C)
Inspector’s notes
Three comparment sink with visible buildup in middle bay. 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.
Unifinished wood floor in backhallway holes in walls in back storage areas holes in celing with broken plaster. Seal with cleanable materials. Dry storage room in basment with unfished wall and exposed dirt. Provide properly constructed floors walls and ceilings.
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.
Evidence of mice activity with droppings on floor in back hallway. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated pest report upon 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Restroom odorous with soils. Clean and disinfect.
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.