Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
40 Harrison Av
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Inspection
1 recorded violation
No wording provided in the official record.
The posted Allergen awareness certificate has expired.Provide a current certificate from a full time employee.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Backflow Prevention (P)
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
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 problemsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove any unnecessary clutter & empty boxes. Clean & organize the location.
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 issuesCleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Clean the floor under the 3 bay sink to remove soils. Clean the floor under/around the cook line to remove grease/soils.
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 problemsNo wording provided in the official record.
The posted Allergen awareness certificate has expired.Provide a current certificate from a full time employee.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Backflow Prevention (P)
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
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 problemsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Remove any unnecessary clutter & empty boxes. Clean & organize the location.
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 issuesCleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Clean the floor under the 3 bay sink to remove soils. Clean the floor under/around the cook line to remove grease/soils.
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 problemsNo wording provided in the official record.
The posted Allergen awareness certificate has expired.Provide a current certificate from a full time employee.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled aluminum foil and cardboard lining stove and shelf. Discard and discontinue using cardboard and foil.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 27, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled foil and soiled cardboard on top of equiptment and shelfing. Remove. Surfaces must be easily cleanable.
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 problemsCleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
No sanitizer set up during time of inspection. Ensure sanitizer is available at all hours.
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 problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Drying racks above three bay sink observed with soils. Clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled foil and soiled cardboard on top of equiptment and shelfing. Remove. Surfaces must be easily cleanable.
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 problemsCleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
No sanitizer set up during time of inspection. Ensure sanitizer is available at all hours.
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 problemsNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Drying racks above three bay sink observed with soils. Clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 27, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Uncovered food product in stand up refrigerator. Cover to prevent potential contamination.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled foil on cookline. Remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 21, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled cardboard being used under equiptment. Person in charge removed.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood sticker expired. Hood filters soiled. Schedule cleaning appointment.
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Bottom of retail freezer observed with soils on bottom of unit. Clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
No hand wash only sign on production line hand sink. Provide.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Many areas of unused equiptment and clutter. Remove as necessary.
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, Feb 27, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Soiled cardboard being used under equiptment. Person in charge removed.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood sticker expired. Hood filters soiled. Schedule cleaning appointment.
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Bottom of retail freezer observed with soils on bottom of unit. Clean to remove.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
No hand wash only sign on production line hand sink. Provide.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Many areas of unused equiptment and clutter. Remove as necessary.
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, Feb 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 19, 2023 · Original Source