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Carolina Market

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8 inspections

Inspection

Mar 17, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Excess boxes and debris observed on the main sales floor. Remove all.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Health Permit shall be paid in full along with any aditional late fees that may have accrued prior to the re-inspection date schueduled.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 17, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 19, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Excess boxes and debris observed on the main sales floor. Remove all.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Health Permit shall be paid in full along with any aditional late fees that may have accrued prior to the re-inspection date schueduled.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 19, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to have the ceiling in the retail area from roof leak repaired.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Provide the past pest control reports to Health Division and have them come out today to the next 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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please removed sofa and other items in the back hallway.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 9, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

10 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor. In the back room the shelving needs to be 6 inches off the floor . Remove bottom shelf and remove all card board boxes on the shelving. In the basement provide storage remove everything off the floor 6 inches away from the wall. Exterminator needs to be able to place traps. Remove all milk crates off the shelving in the store. 5-29-25 At this time PIC will need to be sure all product is store 6 inches off the floor in the retail and storage rooms. Remove all kick plates and be sure pest control is checking each inspection. Between inspection you will need to be sure it clean.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items expired. Photo taken. Remove all expired foods from store.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed the bulk head in basement will need to be closed off so no light is coming into the basement. Multiple traps at bottom of the stairs. Please install rubber around edges of the doors.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed debris and leaves in and around the trash area. Clean grounds and ensure that the lids on the dumpser are closed at all times when you are not taking the trash out. Lids need to be locked and secure at night time. Remove all milk crates and soda racks. Remove all trash from inside and off the floor. Fill holes in the ground and cap off any piping outside. Remove any unnessary equipment hot boxes washer machine sofa air fryer ac machine coffin freezer. Clean the back rooms. Organize 5-29-25 PIC has cleaned up the back yard and covered the drain hole in the ground. Dumpster was empty and lids closed. PIC will still need to remove all personal cooking equipment old sofa and personal food in refrigerators.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to have the ceiling in the retail area from roof leak repaired.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled and debris on the floors in the back rooms and on the stairs leading into the basement and in the back room. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor and remove all new and old rodent droppings Observed stained and broken ceiling tile. Replace

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Provide the past pest control reports to Health Division and have them come out today to the next 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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please removed sofa and other items in the back hallway.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed PIC will need to remove the three bay sink that is not plumbed properly for commercial use and did not have drain boards. It was next to the mop sink and no hand sink available.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 9, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

May 29, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

11 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Assignment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the bathroom downstairs. Provide soap.

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 issues
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor. In the back room the shelving needs to be 6 inches off the floor . Remove bottom shelf and remove all card board boxes on the shelving. In the basement provide storage remove everything off the floor 6 inches away from the wall. Exterminator needs to be able to place traps. Remove all milk crates off the shelving in the store. 5-29-25 At this time PIC will need to be sure all product is store 6 inches off the floor in the retail and storage rooms. Remove all kick plates and be sure pest control is checking each inspection. Between inspection you will need to be sure it clean.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items expired. Photo taken. Remove all expired foods from store.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed the bulk head in basement will need to be closed off so no light is coming into the basement. Multiple traps at bottom of the stairs. Please install rubber around edges of the doors.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed debris and leaves in and around the trash area. Clean grounds and ensure that the lids on the dumpser are closed at all times when you are not taking the trash out. Lids need to be locked and secure at night time. Remove all milk crates and soda racks. Remove all trash from inside and off the floor. Fill holes in the ground and cap off any piping outside. Remove any unnessary equipment hot boxes washer machine sofa air fryer ac machine coffin freezer. Clean the back rooms. Organize 5-29-25 PIC has cleaned up the back yard and covered the drain hole in the ground. Dumpster was empty and lids closed. PIC will still need to remove all personal cooking equipment old sofa and personal food in refrigerators.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled and debris on the floors in the back rooms and on the stairs leading into the basement and in the back room. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor and remove all new and old rodent droppings Observed stained and broken ceiling tile. Replace

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No paper towels or means to dry hands in the basement. Please provide means to properly dry hands.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of mice droppings throughout the store in the back room and basement. Inside the bottom cabinets where the microwave is being stored on shelving in the corner behind cash register in the back room under the milk crates and on the shelving. Photos were taken. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report provide a mass trapping provide more frequent visits from the exterminator. Have exterminator check the ceiling and outside the property. Clean and sanitize floors/shelves to remove all new and old mice droppings. Remove all day light from the bottom of the doors. Bulkhead side door leading to the trash area. Fill and seal all holes in the walls in the basement in the vents connect the piping in the basement. Remove any and all evidence of live cat in the basement.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed personal belonging in refrigeration units. Remove and place personal items in the back refrigerator. Label refrigerator. Clean and organize behind counter. Remove medication and any chemicals and properly store in the back room.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed PIC will need to remove the three bay sink that is not plumbed properly for commercial use and did not have drain boards. It was next to the mop sink and no hand sink available.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 29, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 28, 2025

Voluntarily closed

11 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor. In the back room the shelving needs to be 6 inches off the floor . Remove bottom shelf and remove all card board boxes on the shelving. In the basement provide storage remove everything off the floor 6 inches away from the wall. Exterminator needs to be able to place traps. Remove all milk crates off the shelving in the store.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items expired. Photo taken. Remove all expired foods from store.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
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

Observed dust on top of the shelving and on top of the food items throughout the store. Remove food items and other items from the shelves clean/dust off all food items to remove dust and 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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed debris and leaves in and around the trash area. Clean grounds and ensure that the lids on the dumpser are closed at all times when you are not taking the trash out. Lids need to be locked and secure at night time. Remove all milk crates and soda racks. Remove all trash from inside and off the floor. Fill holes in the ground and cap off any piping outside. Remove any unnessary equipment hot boxes washer machine sofa air fryer ac machine coffin freezer. Clean the back rooms. Organize

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled and debris on the floors in the back rooms and on the stairs leading into the basement and in the back room. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor and remove all new and old rodent droppings Observed stained and broken ceiling tile. Replace

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the bathroom downstairs. Provide soap.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No paper towels or means to dry hands in the basement. Please provide means to properly dry hands.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of mice droppings throughout the store in the back room and basement. Inside the bottom cabinets where the microwave is being stored on shelving in the corner behind cash register in the back room under the milk crates and on the shelving. Photos were taken. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report provide a mass trapping provide more frequent visits from the exterminator. Have exterminator check the ceiling and outside the property. Clean and sanitize floors/shelves to remove all new and old mice droppings. Remove all day light from the bottom of the doors. Bulkhead side door leading to the trash area. Fill and seal all holes in the walls in the basement in the vents connect the piping in the basement. Remove any and all evidence of live cat in the basement.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed personal belonging in refrigeration units. Remove and place personal items in the back refrigerator. Label refrigerator. Clean and organize behind counter. Remove medication and any chemicals and properly store in the back room.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy soil and debris in the bathroom. Clean sink toilet floors to remove all soil.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 18, 2025

Voluntarily closed

11 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items expired. Photo taken. Remove all expired foods from store.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the 8 door refrigeration unit had all the doors open. The PIC stated that the compressor went and he had someone coming out to repair the refrigeration unit. The refrigeration unit is at 70F. PIC stated he does not sell any dairy food items. Repair unit and provide an invoice from the licensed company.

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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

Observed dust on top of the shelving and on top of the food items throughout the store. Remove food items and other items from the shelves clean/dust off all food items to remove dust and 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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed debris and leaves in and around the trash area. Clean grounds and ensure that the lids on the dumpser are closed at all times when you are not taking the trash out. Lids need to be locked and secure at night time.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled and debris on the floors through out the store and on the stairs leading into the basement. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor and rodent droppings Observed empty water bottles being stored under the stairs. Clean to remove. Provide a professional cleaning company to come out and clean. Observed stained and broken ceiling tiles. Replace

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the bathroom. Provide soap.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No paper towels or means to dry hands. Please provide means to properly dry hands.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At today's inspection there was a very strong odor throughtout the store. Evidence of mice droppings throughout the store. On the candy shelving inside the candy boxes inside the bottom cabinets where the microwave is being stored under the shelving where the chip used to be stored on the red counter in the corner on the floor near the back shelf(cat litter is stored) in the left hand corner next to the large 9 door refrigeration unit. Photos were taken. PIC provided a pest report that stated there were no catches but left out that there were still a lot droppings. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report provide a mass trapping provide more frequent visits from the exterminator. Have exterminator check the ceiling and outside the property. Clean and sanitize floors/shelves to remove all new and old mice droppings.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy soil and debris in the bathroom. Clean sink toilet floors to remove all soil.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 19, 2025

Voluntarily closed

11 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple boxes being stored on the floor and food items being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at minimum 6 inches off the floor.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

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Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple food items that were expired. Duncan Hines Frosting- 4/9/24 Goya- evaporated milk- 11/29/24 Progress of Soups 2024. Ensure that all food items are not expired. Remove all expired 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.

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majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

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Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the 8 door refrigeration unit had all the doors open. The PIC stated that the compressor went and he had someone coming out to repair the refrigeration unit. The refrigeration unit is at 70F. PIC stated he does not sell any dairy food items. Repair unit and provide an invoice from the licensed company.

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.

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majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed dust on top of the shelving and on top of the food items throughout the store. Remove food items and other items from the shelves clean/dust off all food items to remove dust and 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.

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minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

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Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed trash being stored on the floor in the back room. PIC stated that he has a guy come pick up the trash once a month. Remove all trash and clean/sanitze floors. PIC stated that he used to use Republic but now he has a private person come by once a month to remove trash. Contact a licensed trash company to come out once a week to pick up the trash. Provide an invoice from a licensed trash company. Provide trash receptacles to store the trash properly.

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.

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minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled and debris on the floors through out the store and on the stairs leading into the basement. Clean to remove all debris and soil on the floor. Observed empty water bottles being stored under the stairs. 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.

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majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

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Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No soap in the bathroom. Provide soap.

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.

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majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No paper towels or means to dry hands. Please provide means to properly dry hands.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No hand wash signage in the bathroom. Provide hand wash signage.

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.

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majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of mice droppings throughout the store. Under chip shelving candy shelving on the shelving where the cat litter is being stored in the area at the top of the stairs where the mop sink is located. Inside the bottom cabinets where the microwave is being stored in the back room where the trash is being stored. PIC was not able to provide pest report. Clean and sanitize floors/shelves to remove all new and old mice droppings. Contact licensed exterminator and provide an updated IPM report.

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.

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minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

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Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy soil and debris in the bathroom. Clean sink toilet floors to remove all soil.

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.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source

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