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13 inspections
Inspection
Aug 28, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-501.110-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure the trash area is free from loose trash and debris - enclose the openings / remove the loose debris beside the rear door area
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Clean the grease container stored in the alleyway behind the restaurant from grease spills and visible soils
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.
There is an empty shopping cart filled with cradboard and loose debris in the alleyway directly against the restaurant [ needs to be remove to reduce potential rodent activity ]
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Clean to remove all loosedebris / shopping cart behind the restaurant
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 18, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC on site without a current food safety certificate / Address and post on site as discussed
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several menu items aremissing the proper disclosure / reminder - ensure all foods offered under cooked on the menu have an astrik [*] noting that this particular item can be cooked to the customers choice - an astrik [*] shall also be noted by the word * consuming....... as we discussed during inspection
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.
Clean the vents in the hood where needed from all visible soils
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.
Clean the grease container stored in the alleyway behind the restaurant from grease spills and visible soils
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.
There is an empty shopping cart filled with cradboard and loose debris in the alleyway directly against the restaurant [ needs to be remove to reduce potential rodent activity ]
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 11, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC on site without a current food safety certificate / Address and post on site as discussed
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several menu items aremissing the proper disclosure / reminder - ensure all foods offered under cooked on the menu have an astrik [*] noting that this particular item can be cooked to the customers choice - an astrik [*] shall also be noted by the word * consuming....... as we discussed during inspection
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.
Clean the vents in the hood where needed from all visible soils
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hood sticker expired May 2025; PIC left message for hood company while on site; instructed PIC to submit confirmation to the Health Division
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hood sticker expired May 2025; PIC left message for hood company while on site; instructed PIC to submit confirmation to the Health Division
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 19, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple food boxes previously delivered and stored on floor in kitchen. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure all food boxes are stored elevated off the floor.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed pan of rice stored on rolling cart @ 119F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. COS
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing solution setup at this time for properly wipe down of cutting boards and utensils. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is setup prior to opening
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy food spills / splatter along grill and on steam tables. Clean with frequency to prevent spillage
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hand sink blocked with shopping bag and box. Discussed with PIC to ensure all hand sinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 10, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple food boxes previously delivered and stored on floor in kitchen. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure all food boxes are stored elevated off the floor.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed pan of rice stored on rolling cart @ 119F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. COS
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing solution setup at this time for properly wipe down of cutting boards and utensils. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is setup prior to opening
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy food spills / splatter along grill and on steam tables. Clean with frequency to prevent spillage
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hand sink blocked with shopping bag and box. Discussed with PIC to ensure all hand sinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing test strips on site. Provide. Quats @ 200ppm / chlorine 100ppm. Tested with inspector kit
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy ice build up in deep freezer. Clean to remove ice build up
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Observed no lighting inside walk in cooler. Provide
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Observed immature flies in basement area. Provide must current pest report
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing test strips on site. Provide. Quats @ 200ppm / chlorine 100ppm. Tested with inspector kit
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy ice build up in deep freezer. Clean to remove ice build up
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Observed no lighting inside walk in cooler. Provide
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Observed immature flies in basement area. Provide must current pest report
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 11, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed leak underneath rinse bay @ warewashing sink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a report upon completion
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 11, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 25, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-603.16-COther
Official wording
Rinsing Procedures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food equipment in being washed / rinsed and stored with sanitizing. Discussed with employee and PIC to ensure proper warewash procedures are being enforced.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed leak underneath rinse bay @ warewashing sink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a report upon completion
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food debris / spills on floors in kitchen and basement. Clean with frequency to minimize harborage
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed employees working with open food and without hair protection. Discussed with PIC to ensure all employees are wearing hair protection while working with open food in kitchen
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Observed leak underneath rinse bay @ warewashing sink. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a report upon completion
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed employees working with open food and without hair protection. Discussed with PIC to ensure all employees are wearing hair protection while working with open food in kitchen
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Observed food equipment in being washed / rinsed and stored with sanitizing. Discussed with employee and PIC to ensure proper warewash procedures are being enforced.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food debris / spills on floors in kitchen and basement. Clean with frequency to minimize harborage
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.