Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA
443 W Broadway
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Inspection
1 recorded violation
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Observed door sweeps damaged at Exit doors. Replace to ensure tight fitting without light entering allowing pest entry
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Observed incomplete shell stock tags (clams). Discussed with PIC to ensure to include the last date sold on upon completion of food as required
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.
More about building upkeep issuesPreventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)
Ensure gloves are being worn while in operations with food handling. COS
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 problems(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed filters with heavy dust on ice machine and food spills inside 2 door upright freezer (Biscuits). Thoroughly clean to remove all dust and food spills
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 problemsOuter Openings Protected (C)
Observed door sweeps damaged at Exit doors. Replace to ensure tight fitting without light entering allowing pest entry
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (C)
Pest report provided 3/18/26 - one capture in basement storage area. Provide next week service report for review
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Observed incomplete shell stock tags (clams). Discussed with PIC to ensure to include the last date sold on upon completion of food as required
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.
More about building upkeep issuesPreventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)
Ensure gloves are being worn while in operations with food handling. COS
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 problems(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed filters with heavy dust on ice machine and food spills inside 2 door upright freezer (Biscuits). Thoroughly clean to remove all dust and food spills
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 problemsControlling Pests (C)
Pest report provided 3/18/26 - one capture in basement storage area. Provide next week service report for review
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 19, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
The handsink next to the ice machines is leaking from the drainpipe.Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
There are several gaps around the base of the middle brick columns possible pest access. Repair/seal all gaps
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (Pf)
A live cockroach was observed at the rear of the underbar.Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsCleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Clean to remove broken glass from beside the dish machine Basement prep:Clean the floor to remove excess water from in front of the ice machines.
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, Mar 20, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Controlling Pests (Pf)
A live cockroach was observed at the rear of the underbar.Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
The handsink next to the ice machines is leaking from the drainpipe.Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
There are several gaps around the base of the middle brick columns possible pest access. Repair/seal all gaps
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingCleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Clean to remove broken glass from beside the dish machine Basement prep:Clean the floor to remove excess water from in front of the ice machines.
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, Mar 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
15 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to retrain staff on P's and PF's violation noted.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPackaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE foods. Discontinue. Corrected on site by PIC
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Multiple condiment containers at cook line squeeze bottles and storage bin observed without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingIn-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesMiscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Multiple employees belonging observed stored on top of food article and supply. Discontinue.
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.
More about food not protected from contamination(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
50lbs of risotto temp 45F per PIC the risotto was made on 10/13/24. PIC voluntarily discarded the 50lbs of risotto. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 38F. Corrected on site
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureTemperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Multiple refrigeration units and walking unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureCutting Surfaces (C)
Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored in the main kitchen area. Resurface/ replace
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of ice machine observed soiled exterior of 3 basin and disshwasher downstairs observed soiled by visible food spills. Clean to remove
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Kitchen main handsink observed blocked by multiple squeze bottles. Discontinue and maintain accessible for handwash only and to prevent contamination. Corrected on site by PIC. Observed multiple handwashing by various staff during inspection.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Bar dishwasher gauge observed not operating. Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed stagnant water stored under 3 basin downstairs. Clean to remove.
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 problemsHandwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
PIzza station handsnks observed without handsoap. Provide (theres 4 more hansinks in close proximity fully stocked)
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 problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
Multiple restrooms observed without employee must wash hand signage. Provide
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed live mice running downstairs in the storage area. PIC to email current IPM report from a licensed exterminator to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
15 recorded violations
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed live mice running downstairs in the storage area. PIC to email current IPM report from a licensed exterminator to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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.
More about signs of rodents or insects(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
PIC to retrain staff on P's and PF's violation noted.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPackaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE foods. Discontinue. Corrected on site by PIC
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFood Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Multiple condiment containers at cook line squeeze bottles and storage bin observed without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingIn-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesMiscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Multiple employees belonging observed stored on top of food article and supply. Discontinue.
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.
More about food not protected from contamination(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
50lbs of risotto temp 45F per PIC the risotto was made on 10/13/24. PIC voluntarily discarded the 50lbs of risotto. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 38F. Corrected on site
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureTemperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Multiple refrigeration units and walking unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureCutting Surfaces (C)
Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored in the main kitchen area. Resurface/ replace
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of ice machine observed soiled exterior of 3 basin and disshwasher downstairs observed soiled by visible food spills. Clean to remove
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Kitchen main handsink observed blocked by multiple squeze bottles. Discontinue and maintain accessible for handwash only and to prevent contamination. Corrected on site by PIC. Observed multiple handwashing by various staff during inspection.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Bar dishwasher gauge observed not operating. Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed stagnant water stored under 3 basin downstairs. Clean to remove.
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 problemsHandwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
PIzza station handsnks observed without handsoap. Provide (theres 4 more hansinks in close proximity fully stocked)
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 problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
Multiple restrooms observed without employee must wash hand signage. Provide
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, Oct 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source