SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
15 inspections
Inspection
Jul 10, 2026
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils and debris on floors of dry storage rooms. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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.
Fucet at prep sink leaks. Pipe under 3 compartment sink leaks. Soiled towels blocking prep sink air gap. Remove towels and repair leaks as needed.
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
Hood sticker expired. PIC stated cleaning scheduled for July 8 2026
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, Jul 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils and debris on floors of dry storage rooms. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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.
Fucet at prep sink leaks. Pipe under 3 compartment sink leaks. Soiled towels blocking prep sink air gap. Remove towels and repair leaks as needed.
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
Hood sticker expired. PIC stated cleaning scheduled for July 8 2026
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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sinks without proper air gap for backflow prevention. provide proper air gap to sink drain. Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected 2.10.2026 The PIC report that the plumber indicated an air gap cannot be installed on the prep sink due to limited space and the existing connection to the grease trap. Provide written documentation from a licensed plumber. During the compliance visit on 2.17.2026 no invoice or final plumbing permit was presented for work that was completed. Please provide documentation from licensed plumber. If a permit was not obtained a plumbing permit must be pulled so the work can be inspected. Once the permit is issued please have the Licensed plumber contact the plumbing division directly to schedule the inspection and ensure the work is approved and signed off
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 17, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sinks without proper air gap for backflow prevention. provide proper air gap to sink drain. Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected 2.10.2026 The PIC report that the plumber indicated an air gap cannot be installed on the prep sink due to limited space and the existing connection to the grease trap. Provide written documentation from a licensed plumber. During the compliance visit on 2.17.2026 no invoice or final plumbing permit was presented for work that was completed. Please provide documentation from licensed plumber. If a permit was not obtained a plumbing permit must be pulled so the work can be inspected. Once the permit is issued please have the Licensed plumber contact the plumbing division directly to schedule the inspection and ensure the work is approved and signed off
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Sticker observed expired 12.9.25/ Updated new sticker Appointment is scheduled for Wed 2.11.2026
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.
Handwashing sink water temperature 50F. Handsink water temperature must be 100F through mixing valve
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked mixed veggies and fish inside the oven at 113F and 98F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are at 135F and above. Foods to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of all bins storing roots bananas plantains and other veggies observed in need of cleaning The cabinet beneath the two -bay sink observed visible soiled clean to remove residue Inside of both ovens observed soiled clean to remove . Clean the prep table to remove debris
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 hood vents filters with grease build up. Provide proper cleaning and schedule cleaning of interior hood to ensure current sticker on hood.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sinks without proper air gap for backflow prevention. provide proper air gap to sink drain. Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected 2.10.2026 The PIC report that the plumber indicated an air gap cannot be installed on the prep sink due to limited space and the existing connection to the grease trap. Provide written documentation from a licensed plumber.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the back area under the 3 bay sink and under the prep table observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove Dust build up observed on the ceiling above the service line. 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.
Mise dropping observed inside the 2 bay sink cabinet in dry storage on the ground / clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling 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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of live roach observed on the glue near the ice machine during the inspection. clean to remove
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Sticker observed expired 12.9.25/ Updated new sticker Appointment is scheduled for Wed 2.11.2026
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, Feb 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 3, 2026
Failed
10 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked mixed veggies and fish inside the oven at 113F and 98F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are at 135F and above. Foods to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of all bins storing roots bananas plantains and other veggies observed in need of cleaning The cabinet beneath the two -bay sink observed visible soiled clean to remove residue Inside of both ovens observed soiled clean to remove . Clean the prep table to remove debris
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 hood vents filters with grease build up. Provide proper cleaning and schedule cleaning of interior hood to ensure current sticker on hood.
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.
Handwashing sink water temperature 50F. Handsink water temperature must be 100F through mixing valve
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sinks without proper air gap for backflow prevention. provide proper air gap to sink drain. Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the back area under the 3 bay sink and under the prep table observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove Dust build up observed on the ceiling above the service line. 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.
Mise dropping observed inside the 2 bay sink cabinet in dry storage on the ground / clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling 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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of live roach observed on the glue near the ice machine during the inspection. clean to remove
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood Sticker observed expired 12.9.25/ Updated new sticker
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, Feb 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Pan full of peppers stored directly at the hand sink. Discontontinue and store all foods in a clean and protected manner to avoid any contamination from hand sink.
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.
Frozen raw meats observed being thawed at room temperature in stagnant water. Discontinue and esnure proper thawing methods are in place.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken on the lower shelf of the glass hot holding unit at 112F. Discontinue and esnure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. All other foods inside of the glass hot holding unit were at above 135F. Meats inside of the 2 door upright hot holding cabinet at 110F. Discontinue reheat to 165F and ensure all TCS foods are being held 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of all bins storing roots bananas plantaines and other vegetables to be cleaned and sanitized to help minimize any insect activity.
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.
Heavy fruit fly activity observed were plantaines bananas and other vegetables and roots are being stored. 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, Oct 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 8, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Pan full of peppers stored directly at the hand sink. Discontontinue and store all foods in a clean and protected manner to avoid any contamination from hand sink.
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.
Frozen raw meats observed being thawed at room temperature in stagnant water. Discontinue and esnure proper thawing methods are in place.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken on the lower shelf of the glass hot holding unit at 112F. Discontinue and esnure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. All other foods inside of the glass hot holding unit were at above 135F. Meats inside of the 2 door upright hot holding cabinet at 110F. Discontinue reheat to 165F and ensure all TCS foods are being held 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of all bins storing roots bananas plantaines and other vegetables to be cleaned and sanitized to help minimize any insect activity.
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.
Heavy fruit fly activity observed were plantaines bananas and other vegetables and roots are being stored. 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, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 4, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-401.14-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken wings inside of the front glass hot holding unit at 118F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS food are being maintained at 135F and above. Cooked chicken to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of the cabinets storing single use to go containers visibly soiled. 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Test strips registering well over the required limits specified on the container itself. Address and ensue all staff have been trained on how to setup and test sanitizing 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags not properly hole punched with the year that the inspection was completed. Address and provide properly marked Hood tags.
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, Apr 4, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 27, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-401.14-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Non-Continuous Cooking of Raw Animal Foods (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken wings inside of the front glass hot holding unit at 118F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS food are being maintained at 135F and above. Cooked chicken to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of the cabinets storing single use to go containers visibly soiled. 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Test strips registering well over the required limits specified on the container itself. Address and ensue all staff have been trained on how to setup and test sanitizing 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags not properly hole punched with the year that the inspection was completed. Address and provide properly marked Hood tags.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken and beef patties with temperatures between 97-115F. Possibly due to several heat lights being burnt out. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Foods to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Several lights out inside of the front service hot holding unit. Replace. Several lights out above stove top/fryer/grill. Replace.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer in bucket registering at well over the required 50-100ppm. Address and ensure all staff have been properly trained on how to set up and test sanitizing 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct. 2024 Address and provide up to date tasg for the re-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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken and beef patties with temperatures between 97-115F. Possibly due to several heat lights being burnt out. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Foods to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Several lights out inside of the front service hot holding unit. Replace. Several lights out above stove top/fryer/grill. Replace.
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer in bucket registering at well over the required 50-100ppm. Address and ensure all staff have been properly trained on how to set up and test sanitizing 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct. 2024 Address and provide up to date tasg for the re-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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 13, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 30, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
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
At the time of the re-inspection cooked chicken on the lower shelf of the glass hot holding unit at 109F. Cooked mac and cheese inside of the same unit at 124F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Chicken and MAc and cheese to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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, Jan 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 22, 2024
Hearing scheduled
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No one site withh a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
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.
Soiled pots and pans observed being stored on top of boxes of produce. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored in a clean and protected manner.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the re-inspection cooked chicken on the lower shelf of the glass hot holding unit at 109F. Cooked mac and cheese inside of the same unit at 124F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Chicken and MAc and cheese to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
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 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small metal bowl being used to dipsense out of bin of bread crumbs. Discontinue and use a handled scoop to prevent contamination from hands.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heating light out inside of the front service hot holding cabinet. Replace.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ice build-up observed on the compressor of the single door Fagor freezer. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioninig properly at the time of the visit.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Moisture appears to be dripping onto the floor from the Hood Vent. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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.
Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the back storage room where the plantaines and other roots are being stored. 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, Jan 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 11, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No one site withh a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
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.
Soiled pots and pans observed being stored on top of boxes of produce. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored in a clean and protected manner.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cooked chicken inside of the 2 door stackable warmer (Metro C5) with a temperature of 112F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintaine at 135F and above. All other foods inside of the unit were at above 135F. Cooked chicken on the lower shelf of the glass hot holding unit at 114F. Cooked mac and cheese inside of the same unit at 124F. Drop in temperature possibly due to the heating light being out. Address 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small metal bowl being used to dipsense out of bin of bread crumbs. Discontinue and use a handled scoop to prevent contamination from hands.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heating light out inside of the front service hot holding cabinet. Replace.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ice build-up observed on the compressor of the single door Fagor freezer. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioninig properly at the time of the visit.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Moisture appears to be drip[ing onto the floor from the Hood Vent. Address and make any necessary repairs.
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.
Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the back storage room where the plantaines and other roots are being stored. 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.