minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease spills on fryolater pipes. Clean to remove all 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 leaking spray handle at warewashing bay. Repair to stop leakage
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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease spills on fryolater pipes. Clean to remove all 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 leaking spray handle at warewashing bay. Repair to stop leakage
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, Jul 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to monitor the storing of raw foods and ready to eat foods to be seperated in refrigerated units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed mold-like substances inside ice machine. Clean to remove all mold-like substances and maintain clean
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 dripping grease on filters under hood system. Discussed with PIC to remove and clean all grease build up on a frequent basis.
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, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 10, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to monitor the storing of raw foods and ready to eat foods to be seperated in refrigerated units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 mold-like substances inside ice machine. Clean to remove all mold-like substances and maintain clean
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 dripping grease on filters under hood system. Discussed with PIC to remove and clean all grease build up on a frequent basis.
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, Jan 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 8, 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
Observed housemade drinks bottled at location stored and held over 24hrs in refrigerated unit without date marking. Provide date marking on beverages held over 24hrs.
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, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 1, 2024
Failed
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
Observed housemade drinks bottled at location stored and held over 24hrs in refrigerated unit without date marking. Provide date marking on beverages held over 24hrs.
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, Nov 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 15, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on grease barrel stored near trash barrels. Discussed with PIC to thoroughly clean to remove grease build up and spillage on ground.
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
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed ice build up / soils inside deep freezer in kitchen; sauce spills underneath prep table at grill station; exterior of bulk containers soiled. Clean all stated to remove soils / spills / ice
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 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut vegetables on floor in kitchen. Clean floors with frequency during slow periods of operations
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, Aug 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 8, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on grease barrel stored near trash barrels. Discussed with PIC to thoroughly clean to remove grease build up and spillage on ground.
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 ice build up / soils inside deep freezer in kitchen; sauce spills underneath prep table at grill station; exterior of bulk containers soiled. Clean all stated to remove soils / spills / ice
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 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut vegetables on floor in kitchen. Clean floors with frequency during slow periods of operations
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, Aug 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 7, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
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 ice build up / soils inside deep freezer in kitchen; sauce spills underneath prep table at grill station; exterior of bulk containers soiled. Clean all stated to remove soils / spills / ice
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 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut vegetables on floor in kitchen. Clean floors with frequency during slow periods of operations
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, Aug 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 9, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on hood filters. Remove to clean and sanitize
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 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 2, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on hood filters. Remove to clean and sanitize
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hand sink in warewashing area blocked with bulk containers. Discussed with PIC to maintain all hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
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.
Observed leak underneath 3 bay compartment sink. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide 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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored on tables. Maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
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 food spills on prep tables at cooking grill; soiled bulk containers and squeeze bottles; soiled utensils stored at cooking grill; soiled single door upright freezer in basement. Thoroughly clean and sanitize all prep tables / bulk containers / utensils / freezer units and maintain clean
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 multiple hand sinks without paper towels. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all hand sinks at all times for efficient hand washing. Corrected on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 food spills on prep tables at cooking grill; soiled bulk containers and squeeze bottles; soiled utensils stored at cooking grill; soiled single door upright freezer in basement. Thoroughly clean and sanitize all prep tables / bulk containers / utensils / freezer units and maintain clean
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 in warewashing area blocked with bulk containers. Discussed with PIC to maintain all hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
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.
Observed leak underneath 3 bay compartment sink. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide 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.
Observed multiple hand sinks without paper towels. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all hand sinks at all times for efficient hand washing. Corrected on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored on tables. Maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
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 heavy grease build up on hood filters. Remove to clean and sanitize
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, Mar 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2023
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-201.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed damaged pH Meter being used for testing. Discussed with PIC to discontinue sushi rice until confirmation of new purchase has been submitted to the Health Division.
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.
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 on cooking grills / refrigerated drawers under grill / prep and steam tables. Clean to remove all spills / grease Observed ice build up and soils inside deep freezer next to steam table. Clean to remove all soils / ice Observed heavy spills and splatter on bulk containers. Clean exterior of all bulk containers to remove soils
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 paper towels at hand sinks. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all handsinks at all times for effective handwashing. Corrected on site
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, Oct 31, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 23, 2023
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-201.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed damaged pH Meter being used for testing. Discussed with PIC to discontinue sushi rice until confirmation of new purchase has been submitted to the Health Division.
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.
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 on cooking grills / refrigerated drawers under grill / prep and steam tables. Clean to remove all spills / grease Observed ice build up and soils inside deep freezer next to steam table. Clean to remove all soils / ice Observed heavy spills and splatter on bulk containers. Clean exterior of all bulk containers to remove soils
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 paper towels at hand sinks. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all handsinks at all times for effective handwashing. Corrected on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.