Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
18 inspections
Inspection
Jun 12, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure all foods being sold on site are being purchased from a reputable wholwesale supplier - discontinue purchasing and selling foods from other retail outlets [ such as Market Basket ] which are visible in the grocery aisles
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Remove all compromised area floor matts where 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.
Remove the cat from the premises- if you have a rodent issue in the future contact a professionally licensed pest control company as we discussed during the inyerview process
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, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 5, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure all foods being sold on site are being purchased from a reputable wholwesale supplier - discontinue purchasing and selling foods from other retail outlets [ such as Market Basket ] which are visible in the grocery aisles
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Remove all compromised area floor matts where 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.
Remove the cat from the premises- if you have a rodent issue in the future contact a professionally licensed pest control company as we discussed during the inyerview process
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, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Passed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure all foods made available for retail sale have a proper list of ingredients [ beefg patties in plain plastic wrap without any labels]
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.
Discontinue to use sponges to clean any food contact surfaces inside the store - shelving in the produce case especially as sponges are absorbant and will assist in spreading the bacteria instead of removing it
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - deli case and produce section from all visible food spills stains and 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.
Remove all compromised area rugs by the entrance area as they are odorous and curling up on the edges making customers trip
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.
Replace all missing / compromised ceing tiles where 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 13, 2026
Failed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure all foods made available for retail sale have a proper list of ingredients [ beefg patties in plain plastic wrap without any labels]
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.
Discontinue to use sponges to clean any food contact surfaces inside the store - shelving in the produce case especially as sponges are absorbant and will assist in spreading the bacteria instead of removing it
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - deli case and produce section from all visible food spills stains and 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.
Remove all compromised area rugs by the entrance area as they are odorous and curling up on the edges making customers trip
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.
Replace all missing / compromised ceing tiles where 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 4, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure all foods are being elevated off the floors during storage at least six [6] inches - floors are wet from slush snow and rock salt that can easily compromise the cardboard boxes for chips and breads
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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all soiled cardboard being used to line shelves where chips and breads are being stored
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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all soiled cardboard used to line shelving units - clean - smooth - duable non absorbant
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from all visible 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.
Clean floors throughout the store especially behind and underneath all chip racks and moveable small freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all soiled cardboard used to line shelving units - clean - smooth - duable non absorbant
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from all visible 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.
Clean floors throughout the store especially behind and underneath all chip racks and moveable small freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed clutter behind front counter. Remove all unrelated clutter / organize
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed clutter behind front counter. Remove all unrelated clutter / organize
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, Jun 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 3, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed both baby formula (powder) and cereal expired in December 2024 / January 1 2025. Discussed with PIC to monitor all expiration dates of all foods products and specifically baby products. COS
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk items being sold individually without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue selling unapproved individual food items without minimum required labels. COS
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 23, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed both baby formula (powder) and cereal expired in December 2024 / January 1 2025. Discussed with PIC to monitor all expiration dates of all foods products and specifically baby products. COS
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk items being sold individually without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue selling unapproved individual food items without minimum required labels. COS
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 22, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed both baby formula (powder) and cereal expired in December 2024 / January 1 2025. Discussed with PIC to monitor all expiration dates of all foods products and specifically baby products. COS
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk items being sold individually without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue selling unapproved individual food items without minimum required labels. COS
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 4, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed indivual sales of food product with proper labels. Discontinue and ensure all foods stored for retails are properly labeled.
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.
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
Ice chest observed with heavy ice build up. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 4, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 26, 2023
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed indivual sales of food product with proper labels. Discontinue and ensure all foods stored for retails are properly labeled.
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.
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
Ice chest observed with heavy ice build up. 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.