Inspection
Nov 5, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official Wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed worn and scored cutting boards throughout the kitchen. Replace/Resurface
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled wiping cloths being stored on the counters. Ensure sanitizer buckets area properly set up and wiping cloths are being stored inside the buckets.
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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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed mold- like substance inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize to remove mold- like substance. Observed debris inside the small refrigeration units/2 lettuce drawers. Remove food items clean and sanitize interior and exterior of refrigeration units. Observed soil on the exterior of the Vulcan oven and on the handles of both refrigeration units in the basement. Observed empty bottles on the drain board connected to the prep sink. Remove all bottles and ensure staff is not placing empty soiled bottles on the drain board connected to the prep sink.
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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Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled slicer. Clean to remove all food debris. Ensure staff is cleaning the slicer after every use. 4 hour minimum.
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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Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed no air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the air gap has been installed the licensed plumber needs to contact the plumbing inspector and schedule an inspection. Health can not sign off on this report until the plumbing inspector approves.
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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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heavy soil and grease accumulation on the floor under the vulcan oven and throughout the kitchen warewash area under prep sink on the stairs leading to the basement and the basement floors. Degrease clean sweep and sanitize floors to remove all grease and soil build up. Observed heavy accumulation of soil and dust build up on the walls throughout the kitchen area and leading downstairs. Clean all walls to remove soil and dust. Observed grease build up on the wall to the left of the grill top. Degrease. Observed heavy dust build up on all ceiling vents and on the vent inside the small refrigeration unit (under coffee). Clean to remove dust/recommend changing the filters. Observed dust and debris on the inside and outside of the ceiling light shields. Remove shields and clean interior and exterior of the light shields. Observed an extension cord on the floor in the warewash area that is worn and a triping hazard. Remove extension cord. Observed a cluttered basement. Clean and organize the basement and ensure all items are a minumum of 6 inches on the floor to prevent rodent activity.
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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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed cigarette butts leaves and trash debris outside on the patio and around the trash area. Clean to remove leaves cigarette butts and trash debris.
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source