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Deno's Pizza And Subs

2040 Centre St

Last inspected Sep 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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28 inspections

Inspection

Sep 21, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of food products observed being stored on teh ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Card board observed lining several storage shelves in teh main kitchen area. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces reman cleanable durable and smooth. PVC drainage pipe to the compressor of the walk-in cooler disconnected. Address and repair.

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 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the single door Coke cooler. Provide.

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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Quartinary Ammonium in the red buckets registerng at well over the required 200-400ppm. Address and ensure all staff have been properly trained on how to set up and test.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the storage shelves where pizza boxes are being stored. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection date specifiesd. Management shall increase pest control visits based upon the recommendations from the company being used.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 28, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Small walk-in freezer does not appear to be functioning properly. Foods at the time of the inspection were at below 20F. Discontinue useage unless the unit is able to maintain all foods inside frozen. At the time of the re-inspection all foods had been removed and parts had been order and will be installed upon arrival.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Pipe under the 3 bay sink with a small leak. Address and make any necessary repairs. PVC drainage pipe to the compressor of the Bally walk-in cooler is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 15, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizing buckets out on counter tops with no sanitizer registering at the test strip. Address and ensure all staff have been trained on how to set up and test sanitizer in buckets. All rags used for cleaning shall be stored in a sanitzing solution.

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 590.003/3-305.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of foods observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Small walk-in freezer does not appear to be functioning properly. Foods at the time of the inspection were at below 20F. Discontinue useage unless the unit is able to maintain all foods inside frozen. At the time of the re-inspection all foods had been removed and parts had been order and will be installed upon arrival.

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 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the single door Coke cooler. Provide.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Pipe under the 3 bay sink with a small leak. Address and make any necessary repairs. PVC drainage pipe to the compressor of the Bally walk-in cooler is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed on a sheet pan along with small storage shelf for paper towel dispensor in the basement. Address and provide an up to date pest conrol report for the re-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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 8, 2026

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizing buckets out on counter tops with no sanitizer registering at the test strip. Address and ensure all staff have been trained on how to set up and test sanitizer in buckets. All rags used for cleaning shall be stored in a sanitzing solution.

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 590.003/3-305.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Boxes of foods observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Small walk-in freezer does not appear to be functioning properly. Foods at the time of the inspection were at below 20F. Discontinue useage unless the unit is able to maintain all foods inside frozen.

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 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the single door Coke cooler. Provide.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Pipe under the 3 bay sink with a small leak. Address and make any necessary repairs. PVC drainage pipe to the compressor of the Bally walk-in cooler is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed on a sheet pan along with small storage shelf for paper towel dispensor in the basement. Address and provide an up to date pest conrol report for the re-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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 25, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces have no labels. Provide.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PHandwashing

Official wording

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee observed slicing/handling ready to eat peppers with bar hands. Discontinue and ensure no bare hand contact with any ready to eat foods.

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 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out on bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands. Walk-in freezer appears to be running sligthly high. Foods are frozen (but not solid). Address and discontinue use unles the unit is able to function properly. Per discussion with the owners all foods will be removed and placed into the additional walk-in freezer on the first floor.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 Pipes under the 3 bay sink are leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in the basement storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 18, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces have no labels. Provide.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PHandwashing

Official wording

Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee observed slicing/handling ready to eat peppers with bar hands. Discontinue and ensure no bare hand contact with any ready to eat foods.

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 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out on bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands. Walk-in freezer appears to be running sligthly high. Foods are frozen (but not solid). Address and discontinue use unles the unit is able to function properly. Per discussion with the owners all foods will be removed and placed into the additional walk-in freezer on the first floor.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 Pipes under the 3 bay sink are leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in the basement storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 23, 2025

Passed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to be sure food in storage is covered unless in a cooling stage. Discontinue to store product on the floor in walk ins.

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

PIC will need to clean.... all shelves on the cooking line. large white shelve by walk ins of old droppings. shelves in prep room above table. top of the dishwasher walk in door by the prep room has mold build up around gasket.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line and have the hoos cleaned and new sticker provided for the pizza oven.

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

The ceiling in basement above the pizza box storage and set up has holes in multiple spots. Please patch holes or cover the area above this work table.

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

PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of the floors in this location. Please clean all the wall behnd and under cooking equipment pizza oven and prep tables dishwasher mop sink areas prep room floor along the wall along the walls in basement and the small room with the ladders in them. The floors in walk ins also need to be cleaned.

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 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

In kitchen and prep room items or equipment attached to the wall will need to be cleaned. Light switches paper towel holders soap folder all have some build up on them.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to have pest control inspect more often and address any repairs or cleaning. I found evidence of droppings in kitchen to go container shelves prep and basement. PIC will need to do a deep cleaning and have pest control come out each week if not more to address this issue. The last report stated no activity and the month before had no major activity. All areas will need to be accessible for pest control to put traps down and you can check them each day.

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

PIC will need to be sure all areas are accessible for pest control to place and check traps. Please organize areas that are overcrowded.

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, Dec 23, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 16, 2025

Failed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to be sure food in storage is covered unless in a cooling stage. Discontinue to store product on the floor in walk ins.

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

PIC will need to clean.... all shelves on the cooking line. large white shelve by walk ins of old droppings. shelves in prep room above table. top of the dishwasher walk in door by the prep room has mold build up around gasket.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line and have the hoos cleaned and new sticker provided for the pizza oven.

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

The ceiling in basement above the pizza box storage and set up has holes in multiple spots. Please patch holes or cover the area above this work table.

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

PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of the floors in this location. Please clean all the wall behnd and under cooking equipment pizza oven and prep tables dishwasher mop sink areas prep room floor along the wall along the walls in basement and the small room with the ladders in them. The floors in walk ins also need to be cleaned.

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 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

In kitchen and prep room items or equipment attached to the wall will need to be cleaned. Light switches paper towel holders soap folder all have some build up on them.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to have pest control inspect more often and address any repairs or cleaning. I found evidence of droppings in kitchen to go container shelves prep and basement. PIC will need to do a deep cleaning and have pest control come out each week if not more to address this issue. The last report stated no activity and the month before had no major activity. All areas will need to be accessible for pest control to put traps down and you can check them each day.

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

PIC will need to be sure all areas are accessible for pest control to place and check traps. Please organize areas that are overcrowded.

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, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 29, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting boards on cooking line will need to be cleaned to removed deep dark scores. If not please replace. 7-17-25 If deep dark stains do not come out of cutting boards please replace.

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

PIC has pest control coming twice a month. I did find a small amount of droppings on the floor in basement and in back prep area. PIC will need to clean more often and inform pest control what he is finding. I did see a few traps that have been set off. Please check the traps between inspections. 7-17-25 PIC will need to continue to monitor traps and have pest control inspect. Last report did show two catches. We will need to see a clean report to be able to pass this 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

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

Inspection

Jul 17, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed the PIC will need to get a manufacturing ice cream license added to your Health permit. Also the ice cream will need to be tested each month. Until you have the permit and the ice cream has been tested do not sell.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean .... The shelves on the cooking line builk food containers on the cooking line in place equipment and remove the ice build up in the large freezer on the cooking line.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters will need to be cleaned on the cooking line.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting boards on cooking line will need to be cleaned to removed deep dark scores. If not please replace. 7-17-25 If deep dark stains do not come out of cutting boards please replace.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment under shelves on the cooking line and along the walls in the basement. Visibly soiled

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 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker on cooking line expired. in May 2025. No date marked for when it was done last. PIC stated that it was just done. Please have up to date sticker or have it cleaned before re-inspection date.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC has pest control coming twice a month. I did find a small amount of droppings on the floor in basement and in back prep area. PIC will need to clean more often and inform pest control what he is finding. I did see a few traps that have been set off. Please check the traps between inspections. 7-17-25 PIC will need to continue to monitor traps and have pest control inspect. Last report did show two catches. We will need to see a clean report to be able to pass this 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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Fauset at two bay sink next to dishwasher broken. Please replace.

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, Jul 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 11, 2025

Failed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed the PIC will need to get a manufacturing ice cream license added to your Health permit. Also the ice cream will need to be tested each month. Until you have the permit and the ice cream has been tested do not sell.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean .... The shelves on the cooking line builk food containers on the cooking line in place equipment and remove the ice build up in the large freezer on the cooking line.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters will need to be cleaned on the cooking line.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting boards on cooking ine will need to be cleaned to removed deep dark scores. If not please replace.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment under shelves on the cooking line and along the walls in the basement. Visibly soiled

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 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker on cooking line expired. in May 2025. No date marked for when it was done last. PIC stated that it was just done. Please have up to date sticker or have it cleaned before re-inspection date.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC has pest control coming twice a month. I did find a small amount of droppings on the floor in basement and in back prep area. PIC will need to clean more often and inform pest control what he is finding. I did see a few traps that have been set off. Please check the traps between inspections.

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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Fauset at two bay sink next to dishwasher broken. Please replace.

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, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 13, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of droppings around the heating system and water heaters in the basement small room to the lift of the walk in also in the basement. On the shelf in the mop storage Behind the large oven in prep room arounf the pipe. Please do a deep cleaning and have pest control come out as many times as it will take to clean up the location. Please email me the last two pest control reports to review. 2-27-25 Pest control report from 2-10-25 has three mice catches. Please continue to have pest control to come out and stay on top of the cleaning. I will come back out in two weeks to see if the reports get better.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 27, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to store product on the floors in the walk ins. Must be 6 inches off the fllor so the floors can be cleaned and not contaminate the product.

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

PIC will need to clean... top of the dishwasher shelves on the cooking line shelves above the delivery table of loose staples. green shelves in the walk in used for the cold cuts.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters will need to be cleaned on cooking line. Hood sticker both expired Jan 2025 and Oct 2024 (Pizza) Have both clean right away.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean to remove deep dark stains on cutting boards on the cooking line. If not please replace or resurface.

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

PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of the floors under equipment. Along the walls in the kitchen and prep room. Clean floors in the walk ins. Clean the floor around the heating system and water heaters and small room to the light of the walk in

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of droppings around the heating system and water heaters in the basement small room to the lift of the walk in also in the basement. On the shelf in the mop storage Behind the large oven in prep room arounf the pipe. Please do a deep cleaning and have pest control come out as many times as it will take to clean up the location. Please email me the last two pest control reports to review. 2-27-25 Pest control report from 2-10-25 has three mice catches. Please continue to have pest control to come out and stay on top of the cleaning. I will come back out in two weeks to see if the reports get better.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 27, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 20, 2025

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to store product on the floors in the walk ins. Must be 6 inches off the fllor so the floors can be cleaned and not contaminate the product.

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

PIC will need to clean... top of the dishwasher shelves on the cooking line shelves above the delivery table of loose staples. green shelves in the walk in used for the cold cuts.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters will need to be cleaned on cooking line. Hood sticker both expired Jan 2025 and Oct 2024 (Pizza) Have both clean right away.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean to remove deep dark stains on cutting boards on the cooking line. If not please replace or resurface.

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

PIC will need to do a deep cleaning of the floors under equipment. Along the walls in the kitchen and prep room. Clean floors in the walk ins. Clean the floor around the heating system and water heaters and small room to the light of the walk in

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of droppings around the heating system and water heaters in the basement small room to the lift of the walk in also in the basement. On the shelf in the mop storage Behind the large oven in prep room arounf the pipe. Please do a deep cleaning and have pest control come out as many times as it will take to clean up the location. Please email me the last two pest control reports to review.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 13, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up old mouse droppings under and behind equipment in kitchen. PIC has pest control coming twice a month. Please see about having them come each week and have a staff member check them each day and report that to pest control. Please check reports and make any repairs noted. Also general cleaning each day will help. 12-12-24 At this time owner was not at location. PIC did not have a copy of the pest control report. Please email me the last two and any going forward. I will be back out next week to check again. Please continue to clean. Review the reports and make any repairs noted. 12-19-24 PIC stated that he has not seen them and the last report noted that. I would like to stop bu on the 30th so I can see one more report before I close this out. 12-30-24 Repots are almost clear of any chatches. I will check back in two weeks. Please contimue to send me the reports.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 30, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up old mouse droppings under and behind equipment in kitchen. PIC has pest control coming twice a month. Please see about having them come each week and have a staff member check them each day and report that to pest control. Please check reports and make any repairs noted. Also general cleaning each day will help. 12-12-24 At this time owner was not at location. PIC did not have a copy of the pest control report. Please email me the last two and any going forward. I will be back out next week to check again. Please continue to clean. Review the reports and make any repairs noted. 12-19-24 PIC stated that he has not seen them and the last report noted that. I would like to stop bu on the 30th so I can see one more report before I close this out. 12-30-24 Repots are almost clear of any chatches. I will check back in two weeks. Please contimue to send me the reports.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 30, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 19, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up old mouse droppings under and behind equipment in kitchen. PIC has pest control coming twice a month. Please see about having them come each week and have a staff member check them each day and report that to pest control. Please check reports and make any repairs noted. Also general cleaning each day will help. 12-12-24 At this time owner was not at location. PIC did not have a copy of the pest control report. Please email me the last two and any going forward. I will be back out next week to check again. Please continue to clean. Review the reports and make any repairs noted. 12-19-24 PIC stated that he has not seen them and the last report noted that. I would like to stop bu on the 30th so I can see one more report before I close this out.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 12, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean all in place cooking equipment. As discussed please install a door sweep on the door between the dinning room and kitchne and keep the door closed.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install. 11-22-24 At this time the PIC stated that the plumber had a sickness in the family and had to go out of state. He said that he will be back Monday and will have the work done. As discussed with the PIC going forward repairs need to be done in a timely fashion. Please besure to follow up with him to get the woork done.

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

As discussed please clean the floor under and behind all the cooking equipment. Put some more traps out under the equiment. Clean the wall behind the prep table in the back room.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up old mouse droppings under and behind equipment in kitchen. PIC has pest control coming twice a month. Please see about having them come each week and have a staff member check them each day and report that to pest control. Please check reports and make any repairs noted. Also general cleaning each day will help. 12-12-24 At this time owner was not at location. PIC did not have a copy of the pest control report. Please email me the last two and any going forward. I will be back out next week to check again. Please continue to clean. Review the reports and make any repairs noted.

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 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please removed dead mouse under table to the left of the oven on the cooking line.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 12, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 4, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean all in place cooking equipment. As discussed please install a door sweep on the door between the dinning room and kitchne and keep the door closed.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install. 11-22-24 At this time the PIC stated that the plumber had a sickness in the family and had to go out of state. He said that he will be back Monday and will have the work done. As discussed with the PIC going forward repairs need to be done in a timely fashion. Please besure to follow up with him to get the woork done.

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

As discussed please clean the floor under and behind all the cooking equipment. Put some more traps out under the equiment. Clean the wall behind the prep table in the back room.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up old mouse droppings under and behind equipment in kitchen. PIC has pest control coming twice a month. Please see about having them come each week and have a staff member check them each day and report that to pest control. Please check reports and make any repairs noted. Also general cleaning each day will help.

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 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please removed dead mouse under table to the left of the oven on the cooking line.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 4, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 22, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install. 11-22-24 At this time the PIC stated that the plumber had a sickness in the family and had to go out of state. He said that he will be back Monday and will have the work done. As discussed with the PIC going forward repairs need to be done in a timely fashion. Please besure to follow up with him to get the woork done.

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, Nov 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 22, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install.

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, Oct 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 24, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

What appears to be mice droppings in bench top in kitchen shelving on floors under equipment around furnace in basement in basement storage closet. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Numerous flies in the business during inspection.Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection for treatment of mice & flies.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 17, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

14 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 procedures or kit for V&D events. Provide. Handout provided.

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 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.13-POther

Official wording

Pasteurized Eggs Substituted for Raw Eggs for Certain Recipes (P)

Inspector’s notes

Use pasteurized eggs or provide consumer advisory for "home dressing" made with raw shell eggs.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No date marking on home made dressing. Provide.

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 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

"Home dressing" is made with raw shell eggs no consumer advisory disclosure or reminder for the item. Provide.

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 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters at the proper concentration and temperature.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floors under cookline with visible grease and food soils. Clean to remove. Walkin cooler floors with soils 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils

Official wording

(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Equipment storage rack in rear of kitchen in disarray with containers stored as clean not inverted. Store properly.

In plain English

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 issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Three waste oil containers with visible soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement oil receptacles.

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 590.005/5-501.11-COther

Official wording

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Inspector’s notes

Gap in concrete between slab and concrete wall of abutting garage structure with debris and moisture.Clean to remove Seal and slope to drain.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing loose tiles in kitchen in front of glass windows to walkin cooler. Replace. Restroom wall with peeling soiled paint. Clean and resuface.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

On of two back doors open without screen. Provide or maintain closed.

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

What appears to be mice droppings in bench top in kitchen shelving on floors under equipment around furnace in basement in basement storage closet. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Numerous flies in the business during inspection.Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection for treatment of mice & flies.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 10, 2024

Failed

14 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 procedures or kit for V&D events. Provide. Handout provided.

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 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.13-POther

Official wording

Pasteurized Eggs Substituted for Raw Eggs for Certain Recipes (P)

Inspector’s notes

Use pasteurized eggs or provide consumer advisory for "home dressing" made with raw shell eggs.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No date marking on home made dressing. Provide.

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 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

"Home dressing" is made with raw shell eggs no consumer advisory disclosure or reminder for the item. Provide.

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 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters at the proper concentration and temperature.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floors under cookline with visible grease and food soils. Clean to remove. Walkin cooler floors with soils 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils

Official wording

(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Equipment storage rack in rear of kitchen in disarray with containers stored as clean not inverted. Store properly.

In plain English

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 issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food preperation sink with no air gap in drain. Consult a licensed plumber. Install.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Three waste oil containers with visible soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement oil receptacles.

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 590.005/5-501.11-COther

Official wording

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Inspector’s notes

Gap in concrete between slab and concrete wall of abutting garage structure with debris and moisture.Clean to remove Seal and slope to drain.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing loose tiles in kitchen in front of glass windows to walkin cooler. Replace. Restroom wall with peeling soiled paint. Clean and resuface.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

On of two back doors open without screen. Provide or maintain closed.

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

What appears to be mice droppings in bench top in kitchen shelving on floors under equipment around furnace in basement in basement storage closet. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Numerous flies in the business during inspection.Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection for treatment of mice & flies.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 10, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 16, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a double bay prep sink. Please have a plumber install an air gap on the drain. 3-29-24 The plumber is working on installing the air gap and ask for some more time.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

At this time dishwasher was not working. Location has a three bay sink to was equipment and only has disposable plates and silverware.

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, Apr 16, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 29, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean wire shelves in walk in. Soiled. Clean fan covers in walk in in prep area. Dusty. Clean shelves on cook line.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. The hood sticker on the cooking line is good until June 2024 and above the pizza oven April 2024

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
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sink next to dishwasher was blocked with a few items. PIC removed and will review with staff not to block.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed hand sink by back room prep did not have the much pressure. Please address with plumber or try cleaning the fauset filter.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment prep tables and other equipment in the kitchen and warewashing. The wall behind the cooking line and meat slicer will need to be cleaned.

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 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a double bay prep sink. Please have a plumber install an air gap on the drain. 3-29-24 The plumber is working on installing the air gap and ask for some more time.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

At this time dishwasher was not working. Location has a three bay sink to was equipment and only has disposable plates and silverware.

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

PIC will need to take an on line course for anti choking and review w ith staff. Location has over 25 seats.

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 29, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 22, 2024

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a double bay prep sink. Please have a plumber install an air gap on the drain.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sink next to dishwasher was blocked with a few items. PIC removed and will review with staff not to block.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed hand sink by back room prep did not have the much pressure. Please address with plumber or try cleaning the fauset filter.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment prep tables and other equipment in the kitchen and warewashing. The wall behind the cooking line and meat slicer will need to be cleaned.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean wire shelves in walk in. Soiled. Clean fan covers in walk in in prep area. Dusty. Clean shelves on cook line.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. The hood sticker on the cooking line is good until June 2024 and above the pizza oven April 2024

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

PIC will need to take an on line course for anti choking and review w ith staff. Location has over 25 seats.

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 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

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