Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
18 inspections
Inspection
Sep 9, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Drip tray in ice cream machine with heavy buildup- Clean with proper frequency
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 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 10, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site.Provide Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning(3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander Provide documentation process will be reviewed in the ISD Health office
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site. Provide plumbers report regarding possible installation of food prep sink. Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning (3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander. Provide documentation for daily washing of produce in 3 compartment sink process will be reviewed ISD Health
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.
Rodent burrows were observed around the parking lot perimeter. Burrows observed collapsed. Please forward all pest reports from the upcoming service to ISDHealth@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, Apr 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site.Provide Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning(3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander Provide documentation process will be reviewed in the ISD Health office
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site. Provide plumbers report regarding possible installation of food prep sink. Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning (3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander. Provide documentation for daily washing of produce in 3 compartment sink process will be reviewed ISD Health
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.
Rodent burrows were observed around the parking lot perimeter. Burrows observed collapsed. Please forward all pest reports from the upcoming service to ISDHealth@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, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 16, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site.Provide Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning(3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander No documentation was provided process will be reviewed in the ISD Health office
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site. Provide plumbers report regarding possible installation of food prep sink. Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning (3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander. Provide documentation for daily washing of produce in 3 compartment sink process will be reviewed ISD Health
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.
Clean the outside trash enclosure to remove debris & spilled trash.
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.
Rodent burrows were observed around the parking lot perimeter. Provide a detailed pest report ISD environmental will be notified. Consult pest control regarding burrows on property. Please forward all pest reports from the upcoming service to ISDHealth@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.
Multiple rodent burrows were observed around the outside trash enclosure.Provide a detailed pest report ISD environmental will be notified The manager was instructed to discuss with the pest control company to treat the interior of the drop ceiling throughout for possible pest activity The manager was also instructed to forward all pest reports from the upcoming service to ISDHealth@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, Mar 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink on site.Provide Manager on site explained that all produce is washed daily in the morning(3 bay sink) placed in food grade containers Vegetable wash is used with a collander No documentation was provided process will be reviewed in the ISD Health office
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.
Clean the outside trash enclosure to remove debris & spilled trash.
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.
Multiple rodent burrows were observed around the outside trash enclosure.Provide a detailed pest report ISD environmental will be notified The manager was instructed to discuss with the pest control company to treat the interior of the drop ceiling throughout for possible pest activity The manager was also instructed to forward all pest reports from the upcoming service to ISDHealth@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, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 27, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discusssed please clean the in place cooking equipment (top) dust build up.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 18, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure adequate training for cleaning the soft serve machine is conducted per machine manufactures instructions and provide a current lab result for soft serve machine.
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 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 11, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure adequate training for cleaning the soft serve machine is conducted per machine manufactures instructions and provide a current lab result for soft serve machine.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor below cooking equipment.
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.
Heating ventilation at the dining area not operating repair.
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
Clean floor below cooking equipment.
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.
Heating ventilation at the dining area not operating repair.
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
Repair opening on wall near drive and soda fountain area.
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 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 17, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair opening on wall near drive and soda fountain area.
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.
Excessive bread racks stored on the exterior grounds remove.
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
Regrout floor below baseboard wall near ice machine.
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.
Excessive bread racks stored on the exterior grounds remove.
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
Regrout floor below baseboard wall near ice machine.
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
Wall tiles inside restroom loose surrounding hand wash sink 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wall tiles inside restroom loose surrounding hand wash sink 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.