Inspection
Oct 30, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 30, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Butter "Ur" Biscuit
21 Dry Dock Av
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Quick Answers
- When was Butter "Ur" Biscuit last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 30, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 7 inspections on record, from Aug 28, 2025 to Oct 30, 2026.
- Has Butter "Ur" Biscuit ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 28, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspectionsInspection
Apr 15, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide label with common name of food items stored inside all squeeze bottles and/or bulk containers
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food debris inside / around sliding door freezer unit. Clean to remove all 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide employee handwash signage for handsink
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 7, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide label with common name of food items stored inside all squeeze bottles and/or bulk containers
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food debris inside / around sliding door freezer unit. Clean to remove all 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide employee handwash signage for handsink
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 6, 2025
Passed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Assignment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No pic designated at the time of inspection. Staff did not want to identify as a pic. Provide a PIC at all times of operation.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed multiple plastic squeeze bottles on the cookline without labels to identify the contents. Provide at all times.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 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
Observed heavy food soils and debris on the refrigeration and shelving units. Clean to remove and organize the 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled equipment stored in the handsink. Retrain staff to properly utilize the handsink. Observed equipment stored in front of the handsink. Remove
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink missing proper signage. Provide.
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Heavy soils observed inside the handsink. Clean to remove
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 6, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 29, 2025
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Assignment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No pic designated at the time of inspection. Staff did not want to identify as a pic. Provide a PIC at all times of operation.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed multiple plastic squeeze bottles on the cookline without labels to identify the contents. Provide at all times.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 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
Observed heavy food soils and debris on the refrigeration and shelving units. Clean to remove and organize the 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled equipment stored in the handsink. Retrain staff to properly utilize the handsink. Observed equipment stored in front of the handsink. Remove
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink missing proper signage. Provide.
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Heavy soils observed inside the handsink. Clean to remove
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 29, 2025
Passed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing sanitizer for 3 compartment sink. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing hand soap. Provide at all times
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.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing paper towels for proper hand drying. Provide
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink missing proper signage. Provide
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker exp 8/24. Provide updated proof of required maintenance.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing V&D kit with clean up procedures. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink sanitizer. Provide at all times
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 28, 2025
Failed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing V&D kit with clean up procedures. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink sanitizer. Provide at all times
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing sanitizer for 3 compartment sink. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing hand soap. Provide at all times
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.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing paper towels for proper hand drying. Provide
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink missing proper signage. Provide
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker exp 8/24. Provide updated proof of required maintenance.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source