SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
11 inspections
Inspection
Sep 25, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the work has been completed the licensed plumber needs to contact 1010 Mass ave to have a plumbing inspector sign off on the work before health can pass the inspection.
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, Sep 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 28, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the work has been completed the licensed plumber needs to contact 1010 Mass ave to have a plumbing inspector sign off on the work before health can pass the inspection.
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 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 21, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide thermometers inside all refrigeration units.
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.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No temperature measing device for the high temp dishmachine. Provide irreversible thermometer or 160 thermal strips.
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 the 3 bay sink. Provide test 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the work has been completed the licensed plumber needs to contact 1010 Mass ave to have a plumbing inspector sign off on the work before health can pass the inspection.
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
Clean and remove mold like substance on the walls behind the 3 bay sink. Remove the high temp dish machine to clean the side wall to remove mold like substance. Remove paint from the shelving above the 3 bay sink. Remove dust from the ceiling vents inside the bathrooms Remove knobs from the soda machine and sanitize before using. Service the ice/soda machine before use. Purchase a new hose for the 3 bay sink Provide light bulbs for under the hoods. Purchase new sanitizer buckets
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the work has been completed the licensed plumber needs to contact 1010 Mass ave to have a plumbing inspector sign off on the work before health can pass the inspection.
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, May 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 15, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide thermometers inside all refrigeration units.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 conventional ovens and 2 reach in refrigeration and 1 stove unit not working. Provide working equipment.
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.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No temperature measing device for the high temp dishmachine. Provide irreversible thermometer or 160 thermal strips.
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 the 3 bay sink. Provide test 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
No air gap under the prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave after the work has been completed the licensed plumber needs to contact 1010 Mass ave to have a plumbing inspector sign off on the work before health can pass the inspection.
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.
Yesterday morning 2/8/26 the cleaners arrived to the establishment and found a pipe behind the convention oven( that has a water hose attached) had burst. There was excessive water damage floor was flooded and some equipment was damaged. They did not loose electricity. Building and electrical did come out today. Not plumbing.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean and remove mold like substance on the walls behind the 3 bay sink. Remove the high temp dish machine to clean the side wall to remove mold like substance. Remove paint from the shelving above the 3 bay sink. Remove dust from the ceiling vents inside the bathrooms Remove knobs from the soda machine and sanitize before using. Service the ice/soda machine before use. Purchase a new hose for the 3 bay sink Provide light bulbs for under the hoods. Purchase new sanitizer buckets
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, May 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 9, 2026
Voluntarily closed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 conventional ovens and 2 reach in refrigeration and 1 stove unit not working. Provide working equipment.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled walls ceilings and floors. At the time of the inspection "CLEAN JOE" was here drying the floors. They will be here the rest of the week cleaning. Ensure all kitchen equipment ceiling and floors are sanitized and cleaned.
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.
Yesterday morning 2/8/26 the cleaners arrived to the establishment and found a pipe behind the convention oven( that has a water hose attached) had burst. There was excessive water damage floor was flooded and some equipment was damaged. They did not loose electricity. Building and electrical did come out today. Not plumbing.
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 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 21, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hummus and packaged salads baklava offered at retail not labeled. Provide.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Syrup spill under soda syrup storage in basement. Clean to remove clean floors under basement dunnage racks.
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 590.006/6-202.12-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System Vents (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dust buildup on ceiling HVAC vent. Clean to remove.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 14, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hummus and packaged salads baklava offered at retail not labeled. Provide.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Syrup spill under soda syrup storage in basement. Clean to remove clean floors under basement dunnage racks.
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 590.006/6-202.12-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System Vents (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dust buildup on ceiling HVAC vent. Clean to remove.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 13, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Flies apparent in business. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
Grease and soils on surface around waste oil container and in catch basin in rear alleyway. Clean to remove and dispose of waste water into mop sink. Take case not to allow grease or grey water to enter the catch basin. Dumpster lid is broken. Replace.
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 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s notes
Grease container with soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container.
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, Sep 13, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 6, 2024
Hearing scheduled
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Grease and soils on surface around waste oil container and in catch basin in rear alleyway. Clean to remove and dispose of waste water into mop sink. Take case not to allow grease or grey water to enter the catch basin. Dumpster lid is broken. Replace.
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 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s notes
Grease container with soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container.
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.
Flies apparent in business. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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, Sep 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 30, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Flies apparent in business. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
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.
Grease and soils on surface around waste oil container and catch basin. Clean and dispose of waste water into mop sink. Take case not to allow grease or grey water to enter the catch basin.
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 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s notes
Grease container with soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container.
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.