SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
11 inspections
Inspection
Apr 24, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple food handlers not wearing effective hair restraints; food handlers should wear hair restraints when handling food at all times.
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.
Post signage visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request." Post site cleanliness license
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-403.11-PFOther
Official wording
Handling Prohibition-Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Pet dog observed in establishment. Provided service animal information. Consult customers to leave animals outside. Recommend removing jar of dog biscuits at front door.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Drain pipe from ice bin could be better aligned with floor drain to prevent water from gathering on floor. Correct as needed.
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 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 24, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-403.11-PFOther
Official wording
Handling Prohibition-Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Pet dog observed in establishment. Provided service animal information. Consult customers to leave animals outside. Recommend removing jar of dog biscuits at front door.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Drain pipe from ice bin could be better aligned with floor drain to prevent water from gathering on floor. Correct as needed.
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, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 11, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Staff handling food without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets.
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.
Faucet at service line hand sink loose. Tighten to prevent water from leaking to cabinet underneath.
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, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 7, 2025
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
Potato and onion pastry at 64F. Discarded by PIC. Provide information from wholesale bakery that cooked potatoes and onions are safe at ambient temperature.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils and debris under milk bin at front counter floor drain and under shelving in dry storeage room. Milk spills and soils in all refrigeration. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 28, 2025
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
Potato and onion pastry at 64F. Discarded by PIC. Provide information from wholesale bakery that cooked potatoes and onions are safe at ambient temperature.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils and debris under milk bin at front counter floor drain and under shelving in dry storeage room. Milk spills and soils in all refrigeration. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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, Feb 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 24, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination
Official wording
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Coffee drip station at service line exposed to customers. Provide barrier to prevent contamination from customers. Sneeze guard is on order. Drip station not being used.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 16, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination
Official wording
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Coffee drip station at service line exposed to customers. Provide barrier to prevent contamination from customers. Sneeze guard is on order. Drip station not being used.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for testing final rinse temperature of dish machine. Provide either strips or thermometer.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Debris around floor drain at service line. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Water and soils in cabinet under hand sink at service line. Clean and monitor for possible water leak.
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, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 9, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination
Official wording
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Coffee drip station at service line exposed to customers. Provide barrier to prevent contamination from customers
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for testing final rinse temperature of dish machine. Provide either strips or thermometer.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Debris around floor drain at service line. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Water and soils in cabinet under hand sink at service line. Clean and monitor for possible water leak.
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 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2023
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Vents above the panini press and area behind oven with dust buildup- Clean
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.