Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Pan of raw chicken on floor in walk-in cooler. Store off the floor by 6" in proper storage order for raw animal foods taking care not to store near or above ready to eat foods.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Yogurt 54F. Product out of temperature for an hour returned to refrigeration to cool to 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.
What appears to be mice droppings on the floor near window at serving line. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an updated Integrated Pest Management pest control report upon re-inspection. The pest control report must be post dated after today’s inspection.Have your pest control operator perform a service prior to the re inspection and as many visits as necessary to provide a clean IPM pest control report with no captures no evidence any structural voids and issues have been resolved and that sanitation is at an acceptable level. Increase the frequency of pest control visits until the situation is brought under control. Literature explaining IPM has been provided to the PIC by email.
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 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 13, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 7, 2026
Report filed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dust on walls in kitchen above walk in cooler. 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.
Quats sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 58F. Make all necessary repairs to dispense at 75F. PIC to manually mix quats sanitizer at the proper temperature according to instructions until repairs can be made to sanitizer generating device.
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.
Mice droppings on floor behind cookline and on floor in dry storage room. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
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, May 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 30, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-501.114-PFChemicals
Official wording
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Quats sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 58F. Make all necessary repairs to dispense at 75F. PIC to manually mix quats sanitizer at the proper temperature according to instructions until repairs can be made to sanitizer generating device.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dust on walls in kitchen above walk in cooler. 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.
Mice droppings on floor behind cookline and on floor in dry storage room. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the dunnage rack to remove soils-- back storage
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 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor behind the cook line equipment to remove food debris.
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor behind the dining beverage counter to remove debris.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the dunnage rack to remove soils-- back storage
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 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor behind the cook line equipment to remove food debris.
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor behind the dining beverage counter to remove debris.
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 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Report filed
17 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC did not answer correctly proper hot holding temperature of at least 135F; PIC did not answer correctly proper two stage cooling procedures for their leftovers to be given as meals for the next day.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC not checking that staff are observing proper cold holding of foods that are left out on the counter; PIC not ensuring proper warewashing is taking place as contact time in Quats sanitizer not met as dishes dunked into santizer and immediatly removed and staff was drying sanitized dishes with a cloth.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
In walk-in fridge observed a container missing identification label with product moved from original package. Provide labeling for all products not in original packaging.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
On serving line observed tongs used for salads stored inside hotel pans with handles in contact with RTE foods. In kitchen observed inside sugar storage container a bowl without a handle. Provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination and store in use utensils without contacting food.
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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed sanitizer buckets at serving line stored on floor. Store sanitizer buckets off of floor.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
In walkin fridge observed foods stored directly on floor. Store foods at least 6" off floor to prevent contamination.
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.
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Self-service cubed ice on serving line stored unprotected in cambro. Provide overhead protection for ice to prevent contamination.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prepared salads being served on the line not held in active cold holding temped at 62F-64F PIC removed to walk-in to reach 41F before returning to line. Maintain cold holding of foods at 41F. Prepared sandwiches in kitchen on table temped at 80F. Place prepared foods in walk-in fridge after preperation or before a break to hold at 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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Vegetarian sandwiches in hot holding on serving line temped at 81F PIC removed to reheat to 165F before returning to serving line. Hold all hot foods at least 135F.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed opened shredded cheeses and sliced cheese in standing 2-door fridges not date marked; observed opened dairy in standing 2-door fridges not date marked. Provide date marking for all opened TCS products.
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
Quats sanitizer testing strips expired provide new test strips.
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.
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine ran three times gauge read no more than 170F dish simulator thermomoter ranged from 151F-154F. Repair to ensure at least 160F at the plate.
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
Ceiling tile in pantry area above freezers water damaged clean and repair. 8/5/2025: Upon compliance visit ceiling tile had been replaced but there is a leak in the pipe above the tile in the ceiling and there is a work order to fix the pipe so it no longer leaks. PIC indicated they are getting a quote to install ceiling to enclose piping in ceiling in their kitchen area and will email the quote when received.
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.
Provide food preparation sink with proper air gap from a licensed plumber
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.
Observed small rodent droppings on floor of pantry closet on floors in service line inside hot holding cabinets. Clean to remove droppings and provide ongoing pest control reports to damien.yee@boston.gov
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 29, 2025
Failed
17 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC did not answer correctly proper hot holding temperature of at least 135F; PIC did not answer correctly proper two stage cooling procedures for their leftovers to be given as meals for the next day.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC not checking that staff are observing proper cold holding of foods that are left out on the counter; PIC not ensuring proper warewashing is taking place as contact time in Quats sanitizer not met as dishes dunked into santizer and immediatly removed and staff was drying sanitized dishes with a cloth.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
In walk-in fridge observed a container missing identification label with product moved from original package. Provide labeling for all products not in original packaging.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
On serving line observed tongs used for salads stored inside hotel pans with handles in contact with RTE foods. In kitchen observed inside sugar storage container a bowl without a handle. Provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination and store in use utensils without contacting food.
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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed sanitizer buckets at serving line stored on floor. Store sanitizer buckets off of floor.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
In walkin fridge observed foods stored directly on floor. Store foods at least 6" off floor to prevent contamination.
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.
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Self-service cubed ice on serving line stored unprotected in cambro. Provide overhead protection for ice to prevent contamination.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prepared salads being served on the line not held in active cold holding temped at 62F-64F PIC removed to walk-in to reach 41F before returning to line. Maintain cold holding of foods at 41F. Prepared sandwiches in kitchen on table temped at 80F. Place prepared foods in walk-in fridge after preperation or before a break to hold at 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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Vegetarian sandwiches in hot holding on serving line temped at 81F PIC removed to reheat to 165F before returning to serving line. Hold all hot foods at least 135F.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed opened shredded cheeses and sliced cheese in standing 2-door fridges not date marked; observed opened dairy in standing 2-door fridges not date marked. Provide date marking for all opened TCS products.
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
Quats sanitizer testing strips expired provide new test strips.
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.
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine ran three times gauge read no more than 170F dish simulator thermomoter ranged from 151F-154F. Repair to ensure at least 160F at the plate.
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
Floors in warewashing area heavily soiled; ceiling tile in pantry area above freezers water damaged clean and repair.
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.
Provide food preparation sink with proper air gap from a licensed plumber
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.
Observed small rodent droppings on floor of pantry closet on floors in service line inside hot holding cabinets. Clean to remove droppings and provide ongoing pest control reports to damien.yee@boston.gov
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the dunnage rack in front of the can rack to remove soils. Clean the exterior surface of the grease trap to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all storage from on top of the grease trap. Provide a designated location
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Cook line steamer leaking onto the floor surface.Repair (PIC states that the steamer will be adjusted to align with the floor drain)
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under/around the grease trap & dish machine to remove soils/debris. Clean the floor in front of the steamer to remove standing water.
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 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the dunnage rack in front of the can rack to remove soils. Clean the exterior surface of the grease trap to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all storage from on top of the grease trap. Provide a designated location
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Cook line steamer leaking onto the floor surface.Repair (PIC states that the steamer will be adjusted to align with the floor drain)
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under/around the grease trap & dish machine to remove soils/debris. Clean the floor in front of the steamer to remove standing water.
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 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 10, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The interior white panel of the ice machine observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the can storage rack to remove soils & dust buildup
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under/around the equipment to remove debris.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 3, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The interior white panel of the ice machine observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the can storage rack to remove soils & dust buildup
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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under/around the equipment to remove debris.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 30, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor around the grease trap & storage room to remove soils/debris.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood tag observed expired on 1.6.24.Provide a proper cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Items in the walk in observed stored on the floor.Elevate all items at least 6 inches during storage.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the large rolling rack next to the dish machine to remove soils
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 20, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Items in the walk in observed stored on the floor.Elevate all items at least 6 inches during storage.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood tag observed expired on 1.6.24.Provide a proper cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the large rolling rack next to the dish machine to remove soils
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor around the grease trap & storage room to remove soils/debris.
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, May 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 24, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine rinse guage not operating.Repair Disk thermometer reading 149F Discontinue using the machine PIC to use 3 bay sink Wash temp 150F
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
Clean the exterior of the grease trap to remove soils & grease residue.
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 wall around the dish machine to remove a black mold like substance. Clean the floor around the grease trap to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 9, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine rinse guage not operating.Repair Disk thermometer reading 149F Discontinue using the machine PIC to use 3 bay sink Wash temp 150F
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
Clean the exterior of the grease trap to remove soils & grease residue.
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 wall around the dish machine to remove a black mold like substance. Clean the floor around the grease trap to remove soils.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Coffee creamers at 45F in dairy stand up refrigerator. Unit door observed not fully closed resulting in elevated temperature. Person in charge corrected.
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 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cleaning agent in high temperature dish machine observed empty. Person in charge corrected.
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
Rags in kitchen area hand sink. Sink must be for handwashing only.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Coffee creamers at 45F in dairy stand up refrigerator. Unit door observed not fully closed resulting in elevated temperature. Person in charge corrected.
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 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cleaning agent in high temperature dish machine observed empty. Person in charge corrected.
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
Rags in kitchen area hand sink. Sink must be for handwashing only.
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.