Bag of dog food being taped together with duct tape. Evidence of holes in bag of dog food. Discontinue and ensure any damaged products are removed and discarded and not being taped and placed back out for sale. Bag of dog food was removed and discarded at the time of the inspection.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken and beef pastelitos observed being left out at room temperature. Discontontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
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.
Cooked chicken and beef Pastelitos made from a residential kitchen and being sold at the retail level. Discontinue all sales of foods being made from a residential kitchen.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
No equipment theremometer observed inside of the glass cooler with deli meats. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 13, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Bag of dog food being taped together with duct tape. Evidence of holes in bag of dog food. Discontinue and ensure any damaged products are removed and discarded and not being taped and placed back out for sale. Bag of dog food was removed and discarded at the time of the inspection.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken and beef pastelitos observed being left out at room temperature. Discontontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
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.
Cooked chicken and beef Pastelitos made from a residential kitchen and being sold at the retail level. Discontinue all sales of foods being made from a residential kitchen.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
No equipment theremometer observed inside of the glass cooler with deli meats. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 22, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection the 2024 Health Permit had still not been paid in full. Address and ensure That the Health permit and any additional fees have been paid for prior to the re-inspection being conducted or Hearing is to be held.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the storage shelves with pet foods. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. At the time of the re-inspection there was no pest control report provided. Address.
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, Feb 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 16, 2024
Hearing scheduled
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection the 2024 Health Permit had still not been paid in full. Address and ensure That the Health permit and any additional fees have been paid for prior to the re-inspection being conducted or Hearing is to be held.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the storage shelves with pet foods. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. At the time of the re-inspection there was no pest control report provided. Address.
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, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 9, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the inspection the 2024 Health Permit had not been paid in full. Address and ensure That the Health permit and any additional fees have been paid for prior to the re-inspection being conducted.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppngs on the storage shelves with pet foods. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 11, 2023
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
No thermometer inside 2 door refrigerator unit 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test kit for chlorine sanitizer provide.
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, Dec 11, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 5, 2023
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
No thermometer inside 2 door refrigerator unit 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test kit for chlorine sanitizer provide.
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.