Needs a completed pest control service report provide.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Some floor tiles are cracked near cooking and prep area repair. Repair opening on base of wall at basement area.
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 to remove visible soil.
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.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Some floor tiles are cracked near cooking and prep area repair. Repair opening on base of wall at basement area.
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 to remove visible soil.
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.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Some floor tiles are cracked near cooking and prep area repair. Repair opening on base of wall at basement area.
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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove milk crates as shelving and provide commercial food service grade table for storage food products.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test strips for chlorine sanitizer 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.
minorCode 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
Clean sides inbetween cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 floor behind below cooking equipment to remove visible soil. Clean floor below equipment at the basement to remove spills and visible soil.
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 unecessary equipment from the basement area and 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair opening at the wall base and ceiling opening inside the restroom.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 19, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 11, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove milk crates as shelving and provide commercial food service grade table for storage food products.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test strips for chlorine sanitizer 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.
minorCode 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
Clean sides inbetween cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 floor behind below cooking equipment to remove visible soil. Clean floor below equipment at the basement to remove spills and visible soil.
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 unecessary equipment from the basement area and 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair opening at the wall base and ceiling opening inside the restroom.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 15, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed equipment being stored outside. Remove all equipment and any unnessary items.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Sticker expired in July. Contact licensed hood company to inspect hood. Hood filters are clean on the outside.
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, Aug 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 8, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed equipment being stored outside. Remove all equipment and any unnessary items.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Sticker expired in July. Contact licensed hood company to inspect hood. Hood filters are clean on the outside.
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, Aug 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 15, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed the dumpster was filled with trash and equipment is being stored outside. Please contact the trash company to scheduled them to come out ASAP. Please remove all unnessary equipment outside and organize the trash area.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 11, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a few missing floor tiles. Allan stated that the floor is being repaired the 1st week of April. 3/28/25- Allan sent a text message this am to the person responsible for repairing the floor tiles. A few weeks back a car crashed into the back of the restaurant. Contractor is due to come out Monday March 31st to repair wall and missing floor tiles. I asked Allan to have the contractor email us confirmation on the date.
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
Observed the dumpster was filled with trash and equipment is being stored outside. Please contact the trash company to scheduled them to come out ASAP. Please remove all unnessary equipment outside and organize the trash area.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 28, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (C)
Inspector’s notes
Drinks (Mauby Sorrel ) being stored in refrigeration unit without proper labels. Provide labels.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a few missing floor tiles. Allan stated that the floor is being repaired the 1st week of April. 3/28/25- Allan sent a text message this am to the person responsible for repairing the floor tiles. A few weeks back a car crashed into the back of the restaurant. Contractor is due to come out Monday March 31st to repair wall and missing floor tiles. I asked Allan to have the contractor email us confirmation on the date.
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
Trash area was cleaned up in regards to clutter at the time of the inspection the grease barrell had been emptied. The barrell has a hole and grease was on the ground. Clean grease from the ground and replace grease barrell.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 21, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (C)
Inspector’s notes
Drinks (Mauby Sorrel ) being stored in refrigeration unit without proper labels. Provide labels.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a few missing floor tiles. Alan stated that the floor is being repaired the 1st week of April.
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
Observed trash and debris in the trash area. Organize and clean the trash area.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a licensed trash removal company and provide proper waste receptacles for outside storage. All commerical trash must be removed by a licensed company. On 9/10/25 ISD enviromental sent an email to the establishment. Please update your 2024 site cleanliness certificate. At time of the inspection observed a non working refrigerator stored in the basement in the middle of the floor. PIC stated someone would be by to remove unit. Remove or repair refrigeration unit. 9/24/24- Owner was able to provide a quote from the trash company. At the time of re inspection the owner reached out to Republic and they stated that someone would be intouch within 48 hours to come out to the establishment. Recommended purchasing 1 or 2 receptacles. Observed refrigeration unit outside in the trash area PIC stated someone was coming to remove it. Remove broken refrigeration unit. Owner was able to provide me with the site cleanliness receipt 9/23/24. Please ensure all trash and any unnessary items are removed for the next inspection. 9/27/24- PIC called Republic at the time of the re inspection. The dumpster was scheduled to be delivered on Wednesday 9/25 and company canceled. They rescheduled for today 9/27/24 and canceled. Representative stated the dumpster is scheduled for 10/1/24 and she stated that a confimation email would be sent over to myself and owner today.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 27, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re inspection the rodent droppings have been removed and there is no evidence of drain flies. PIC stated that a licensed exterminator would be out this week. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator at the next inspection. 9/24/24- Owner was able to provide an invoice from a licensed exterminator. The company came out to give a quote and is due back 9/25/24 to complete the full inspection. Please provide a detailed IPM report from the licensed company on company letterhead.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a licensed trash removal company and provide proper waste receptacles for outside storage. All commerical trash must be removed by a licensed company. On 9/10/25 ISD enviromental sent an email to the establishment. Please update your 2024 site cleanliness certificate. At time of the inspection observed a non working refrigerator stored in the basement in the middle of the floor. PIC stated someone would be by to remove unit. Remove or repair refrigeration unit. 9/24/24- Owner was able to provide a quote from the trash company. At the time of re inspection the owner reached out to Republic and they stated that someone would be intouch within 48 hours to come out to the establishment. Recommended purchasing 1 or 2 receptacles. Observed refrigeration unit outside in the trash area PIC stated someone was coming to remove it. Remove broken refrigeration unit. Owner was able to provide me with the site cleanliness receipt 9/23/24. Please ensure all trash and any unnessary items are removed for the next inspection. 9/27/24- PIC called Republic at the time of the re inspection. The dumpster was scheduled to be delivered on Wednesday 9/25 and company canceled. They rescheduled for today 9/27/24 and canceled. Representative stated the dumpster is scheduled for 10/1/24 and she stated that a confimation email would be sent over to myself and owner today.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 27, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 24, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove soil and debris inside refrigerator located in the kitchen 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.
At the time of the re inspection the rodent droppings have been removed and there is no evidence of drain flies. PIC stated that a licensed exterminator would be out this week. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator at the next inspection. 9/24/24- Owner was able to provide an invoice from a licensed exterminator. The company came out to give a quote and is due back 9/25/24 to complete the full inspection. Please provide a detailed IPM report from the licensed company on company letterhead.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a licensed trash removal company and provide proper waste receptacles for outside storage. All commerical trash must be removed by a licensed company. On 9/10/25 ISD enviromental sent an email to the establishment. Please update your 2024 site cleanliness certificate. At time of the inspection observed a non working refrigerator stored in the basement in the middle of the floor. PIC stated someone would be by to remove unit. Remove or repair refrigeration unit. 9/24/24- Owner was able to provide a quote from the trash company. At the time of re inspection the owner reached out to Republic and they stated that someone would be intouch within 48 hours to come out to the establishment. Recommended purchasing 1 or 2 receptacles. Observed refrigeration unit outside in the trash area PIC stated someone was coming to remove it. Remove broken refrigeration unit. Owner was able to provide me with the site cleanliness receipt 9/23/24. Please ensure all trash and any unnessary items are removed for the next inspection.
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
Observed 2 light bulbs out over the cook top stove. PIC stated that the electrical needs to be fixed. Contact licensed electrician and provide an invoice on company letterhead. 9/17/24- At the time of the re inspection the light bulbs and light switch was repaired and replaced. PIC stated the electrican would be out later today to fix a light in the basement. Please provide an invoice on company letterhead from the licensed electrician.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy grease build up has been removed. PIC stated the hood company would be out on Monday 9/23/24. Provide updated sticker at the next inspection.
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 (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 boxes being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at least 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.
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 heavy soil build up on all equipment. Clean all kitchen equipment refrigerators interior and exterior. Clean stove top to remove heavy grease 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove soil and debris inside refrigerator located in the kitchen 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed debris and heavy soil on the floors upstair and in the basement. Clean to remove heavy grease and soil build up. Clean and organize basement.
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.
Observed both light bulb out over the cook top stove. PIC stated that they needed to repair the electrical. Provide adequate lighting over the cook top.
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.
At the time of the re inspection the rodent droppings have been removed and there is no evidence of drain flies. PIC stated that a licensed exterminator would be out this week. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator at 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.
Observed rodent dropping on the window ledge on the basement floor and in and around the kitchen area. Observed drain flies on the wall near the food warmer. Contact a licensed exterminator and provide a detailed pest report at the re inspection. Clean to remove all rodent 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a licensed trash removal company and provide proper waste receptacles for outside storage. All commerical trash must be removed by a licensed company. On 9/10/25 ISD enviromental sent an email to the establishment. Please update your 2024 site cleanliness certificate. At time of the inspection observed a non working refrigerator stored in the basement in the middle of the floor. PIC stated someone would be by to remove unit. Remove or repair refrigeration unit.
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
Observed 2 light bulbs out over the cook top stove. PIC stated that the electrical needs to be fixed. Contact licensed electrician and provide an invoice on company letterhead. 9/17/24- At the time of the re inspection the light bulbs and light switch was repaired and replaced. PIC stated the electrican would be out later today to fix a light in the basement. Please provide an invoice on company letterhead from the licensed electrician.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy grease build up has been removed. PIC stated the hood company would be out on Monday 9/23/24. Provide updated sticker at the next inspection.
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 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 10, 2024
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed boxes being stored on the floor. Provide proper storage at least 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.
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 heavy soil build up on all equipment. Clean all kitchen equipment refrigerators interior and exterior. Clean stove top to remove heavy grease 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed debris and heavy soil on the floors upstair and in the basement. Clean to remove heavy grease and soil build up. Clean and organize basement.
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.
Observed both light bulb out over the cook top stove. PIC stated that they needed to repair the electrical. Provide adequate lighting over the cook top.
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 rodent dropping on the window ledge on the basement floor and in and around the kitchen area. Observed drain flies on the wall near the food warmer. Contact a licensed exterminator and provide a detailed pest report at the re inspection. Clean to remove all rodent 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 light bulbs out over the cook top stove. PIC stated that the electrical needs to be fixed. Contact licensed electrictian and provide an invoice on company letterhead.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on the hood and hood vents. Hood Sticker (photo taken) was never marked off. Contact a licensed company to come out and inspect hood update sticker. Clean to remove all heavy grease build up. PIC stated the electrical in the back in not working properly. Discontinue using the lights until the hood has been inspected cleaned and a licensed electrican repairs the light switch.
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 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 29, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
The air gap that was installed under the prep sink is not big enough. When you run the water in the prep sink the water travels through the drain and when running through the air gap the water is over flows. The PIC has a bucket to catch the water. Contact a licensed plumber and ensure that the air gap is large enough so that the water does not over flow and end up on the floor or a bucket.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 16, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink is direct to waist. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed. Contact a licensed plumber.
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.
The air gap that was installed under the prep sink is not big enough. When you run the water in the prep sink the water travels through the drain and when running through the air gap the water is over flows. The PIC has a bucket to catch the water. Contact a licensed plumber and ensure that the air gap is large enough so that the water does not over flow and end up on the floor or a bucket.
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
Observed grout lines worn out. Repair grout to ensure the floor is easily cleanable.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 25, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
17 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite. Provide vomit & diarrhea kit. Emailed PIC list of supplies and instructions.
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.
No food thermometer on site. Provide food thermometer.
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
No test kit available. Provide a test kit.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No sanitizer available for the 3 bay sink. PIC went and purchased a bottle. Corrected on site.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer buckets have soap and water inside. Ensure that you are using commerical grade sanitizer Quateranary or Chlorine sanitizer.
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.
Manual Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
3 bay sink at 78F. Maintain at or above 110F to remove soil and grease.
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
Observed grease on the side of the hood. Clean to remove grease. Observed heavy soil on the interior and exterior of the all refrigeration units. Clean to remove soil. Observed heavy soil on the fan. Clean to remove soil. Observed heavy soil on the fan in the wash area. Clean to remove grease or discontinue using.
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.
Hand sink temperature 78F. Adjust temperature at mimimum to 100F.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink is direct to waist. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed. Contact a licensed plumber.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy soil on the floors and walls. Clean to remove all soil and grease.
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.
No hand soap at the hand sink in the kitchen area. Provide hand 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed unnecessary items being stored in the basement upstairs and outside. Remove all unused/ broken items.
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
Observed grout lines worn out. Repair grout to ensure the floor is easily cleanable.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 24, 2024
Failed
17 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite. Provide vomit & diarrhea kit. Emailed PIC list of supplies and instructions.
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.
No food thermometer on site. Provide food thermometer.
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
No test kit available. Provide a test kit.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No sanitizer available for the 3 bay sink. PIC went and purchased a bottle. Corrected on site.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer buckets have soap and water inside. Ensure that you are using commerical grade sanitizer Quateranary or Chlorine sanitizer.
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.
Manual Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
3 bay sink at 78F. Maintain at or above 110F to remove soil and grease.
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
Observed grease on the side of the hood. Clean to remove grease. Observed heavy soil on the interior and exterior of the all refrigeration units. Clean to remove soil. Observed heavy soil on the fan. Clean to remove soil. Observed heavy soil on the fan in the wash area. Clean to remove grease or discontinue using.
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.
Hand sink temperature 78F. Adjust temperature at mimimum to 100F.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink is direct to waist. Utilize a colander until properly plumbed. Contact a licensed plumber.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy soil on the floors and walls. Clean to remove all soil and grease.
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.
No hand soap at the hand sink in the kitchen area. Provide hand 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed unnecessary items being stored in the basement upstairs and outside. Remove all unused/ broken items.
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
Observed grout lines worn out. Repair grout to ensure the floor is easily cleanable.
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.