Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Dunkin Donuts

Name: Dunkin Donuts
Address: 153 Massachusetts Av, Boston, MA

153 Massachusetts Av

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

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

12 inspections

Inspection

Aug 21, 2026

Passed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Multiple violations (priority priority foundation and core violations noted during inspection)

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

Build up soils of interior of ice machine Build up soils of interior and exterior of white food bin Ice bin interior soiled

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

minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light fixture at rear egress out and some light fixtures not working in basement

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

Rodent dropping noted under and behind all equipment - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/mop sink/basement Evidence of small flies in ware washing area Provide full extermination and IPM report prior to reinspection date (IPM information provided via email)

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 590.006/6-501.113-COther

Official wording

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mops brooms etc not raised 6" above the floor on hook/bracket - Prep area

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

Hanging/loose light fixtures in mop sink room and at rear egress Ceiling needs repainting at rear egress Broken hand rail on wall at steps to basement Broken floor tiles on floor and steps to basement and wall area where personal items are stored Ceiling above food single use items in basement is not smooth durable easily cleanable Ceiling pipes above food single use items in basement - provided documation that these pipes are not sewer lines Clogged three bay sink - Corporate contacted drain company

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, Aug 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 3, 2026

Hearing scheduled

11 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.11-PHandwashing

Official wording

Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no hand washing by employees Hand sink in back the hot water knob is loose and no hot water flowing through the faucet Food handlers wearing single use gloves to touch multiple touch points - door handles opening walk in door etc Provided training for proper hand washing and glove use (information provided via email)

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.

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kit not completed - I provided and reviewed written instuctions during inspection

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Multiple violations (priority priority foundation and core violations noted during inspection)

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

Build up soils of interior of ice machine Build up soils of interior and exterior of white food bin Ice bin interior soiled

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

minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food containers on line

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling 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

Ice bucket not invert and liquid settled inside

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

minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light fixture at rear egress out and some light fixtures not working in basement

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

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther

Official wording

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mops brooms etc not raised 6" above the floor on hook/bracket - Prep area

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Unnecessary unused articles and clutter in basement and prep/ware washing areas Milk crates and ice bin stored at egresses

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

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, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 31, 2026

Failed

11 recorded violations

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

Ice bucket not invert and liquid settled inside

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

minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light fixture at rear egress out and some light fixtures not working in basement

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

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.11-PHandwashing

Official wording

Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)

Inspector’s notes

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.

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kit not completed - I provided and reviewed written instuctions during inspection

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Multiple violations (priority priority foundation and core violations noted during inspection)

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

Build up soils of interior of ice machine Build up soils of interior and exterior of white food bin Ice bin interior soiled

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

minorCode 590.003/3-602.11-CFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food containers on line

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rodent dropping noted under and behind all equipment - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/mop sink/basement Provide full extermination and IPM report prior to reinspection date

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther

Official wording

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mops brooms etc not raised 6" above the floor on hook/bracket - Prep area

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Unnecessary unused articles and clutter in basement and prep/ware washing areas Milk crates and ice bin stored at egresses

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Hanging/loose light fixtures in mop sink room and at rear egress Ceiling needs repainting at rear egress Broken hand rail on wall at steps to basement Broken floor tiles on floor and steps to basement and wall area where personal items are stored Ice machine leaking causing water to pool on floor Ceiling above food single use items in basement is not smooth durable easily cleanable Ceiling pipes above food single use items in basement - provided documation that these pipes are not sewer lines Clogged three bay sink - Corporate contacted drain company

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 31, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 5, 2025

Passed

10 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

As a today The Manager Brian Nelles is not Certified food manger but He is schedule to take the test today 07/24/25/ Please provide CFPM and Allergen Cerftification

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

American cheese stored in the walking fridge 45 Degree. maanager said the cheese was just moved to the fridge to cool down after preping

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting Board observed heavily scored in the sandwich station/ Resurface /replace

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

Inspector’s notes

Clean interior and exterior ice machine to remove mold inside reach in cooler number 9 observed with spills and food debris clean to remove clean inside the white cabinet to remove soild and organized

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

Remove all cardbord from the foor next to the three bay sink. clean the floor under the shelving and around the equipment to removed all debris. observed holes in the stairway to the basement and in the basement wall around the selving. storage area in the basement remove all boxes from the floor clean the ceiling in the restroom to remove dust

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 590.005/5-402.12-COther

Official wording

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

observed grease trap open under the three bay sink/ provide proper cover to keep seal all the time

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

repair wall molding next to the ice machine

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

Inspector’s notes

clean the ventilation in the restroom to remove dust

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

During the Inspections Observed small flies in food areas/ Provide a detailed lisenced exterminator's report Provide door seep to rear door to prevent all day light

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther

Official wording

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector’s notes

Up the Stairs in the small storage area to the main office observed boxes and plastics cups inside the bags stored on the floor/ clean and keep organized

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 5, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 24, 2025

Failed

10 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

As a today The Manager Brian Nelles is not Certified food manger but He is schedule to take the test today 07/24/25/ Please provide CFPM and Allergen Cerftification

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

American cheese stored in the walking fridge 45 Degree. maanager said the cheese was just moved to the fridge to cool down after preping

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting Board observed heavily scored in the sandwich station/ Resurface /replace

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

Inspector’s notes

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

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 590.005/5-402.12-COther

Official wording

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

observed grease trap open under the three bay sink/ provide proper cover to keep seal all the time

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

repair wall molding next to the ice machine

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

Inspector’s notes

clean the ventilation in the restroom to remove dust

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

During the Inspections Observed small flies in food areas/ Provide a detailed lisenced exterminator's report Provide door seep to rear door to prevent all day light

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther

Official wording

Storing Maintenance Tools (C)

Inspector’s notes

Up the Stairs in the small storage area to the main office observed boxes and plastics cups inside the bags stored on the floor/ clean and keep organized

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 6, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the interior walk in floor to remove soils/spills

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 6, 2024

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Deep cuts and discoloration on cutting board on sandwich unit

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

Broken wall tiles on wall at mop sink Broken floor tiles on floor to basement

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, Sep 6, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 30, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Deep cuts and discoloration on cutting board on sandwich unit

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

Hot water pressure is low at hand sink in ware washing area - There is another hand sink within 5 feet that is being used for proper hand washing. PIC notified owner Floor drain cover is not secure on floor drain in mop sink room Broken wall tiles on wall at mop sink Broken floor tiles on floor to basement Large gap between screen door and floor at side egress

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, Aug 30, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 26, 2024

Passed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light fixture above freezer not working Light fixture in hallway to basement dim

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 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No written procedures and kit not complete I provided the written instruction and reviewed missing items in kit

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Food containers on prep unit not labeled

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Tongs stored on oven door handle

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

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Worn and discolored cutting board on sandwich prep unit

In plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

No proof that the full time on site certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness

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, Apr 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 19, 2024

Failed

6 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 written procedures and kit not complete I provided the written instruction and reviewed missing items in kit

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Food containers on prep unit not labeled

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Tongs stored on oven door handle

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

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Worn and discolored cutting board on sandwich prep unit

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-303.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light fixture above freezer not working Light fixture in hallway to basement dim

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

No proof that the full time on site certified food protection manager is certified in allergen awareness

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, Apr 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 16, 2023

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

3 bay sink has a leak under the rinse bay sink. Observed when sanitizer bay drains it backs up into middle (rinse) sink. Properly repair drain.

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 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ceiling was water stain around light fixture. Paint is peeling in the corner of the ceiling. Repair

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 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

Inspector’s notes

No ventilation in bathroom. Repair/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

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed duct tape inside the cold holding unit. Repair.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 16, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 2, 2023

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

3 bay sink has a leak under the rinse bay sink. Observed when sanitizer bay drains it backs up into middle (rinse) sink. Properly repair drain.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ceiling was water stain around light fixture. Paint is peeling in the corner of the ceiling. Repair

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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minorCode 590.006/6-304.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

Inspector’s notes

No ventilation in bathroom. Repair/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.

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minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed duct tape inside the cold holding unit. Repair.

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 2, 2023 · Original Source