Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA
Gyu Kaku
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18 inspectionsInspection
Jan 6, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 9, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bar hand sink not draining. Repair Bar dish machine leaking. Repair Dish machine rinse gauge broken. Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.110-COther
Official wording
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all sngle use items from the employee lockers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted small black flies in the bar area and near the ice machine in the kitchen.Provide current pest report and correct all sanitation and repair issuesmentioned by the technician.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing a panel above the freezer door/ceiling panel.Provide/repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted pooled water on the floor in the kitchen area. Clean to prevent pest infestation Noted visible dust near the vents in the dining room and bar area. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 30, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bar hand sink not draining. Repair Bar dish machine leaking. Repair Dish machine rinse gauge broken. Repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.110-COther
Official wording
Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all sngle use items from the employee lockers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted small black flies in the bar area and near the ice machine in the kitchen.Provide current pest report and correct all sanitation and repair issuesmentioned by the technician.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing a panel above the freezer door/ceiling panel.Provide/repair
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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted pooled water on the floor in the kitchen area. Clean to prevent pest infestation Noted visible dust near the vents in the dining room and bar area. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 21, 2025
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.007/7-209.11-COther
Official wording
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
Inspector’s notes
Staff personal items stored with single use items in the back storage area. Discontinue
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted in the upright refrigerator on the cookline sliced cucumbers/Tomatoes stored with raw chicken. Remove and retrain staff to store RTE foods above the raw foods.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine is missing data plate to provide specification for temperature requirements. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted cutting boards heavily scored. Replace/Resurface
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing ceiling tiles above the freezer/walkin in the back area. Repair
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No paper towel at the handsink in the bar. Provide COS by PIC
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted ceiling/walls and vents in the cookline heavily greased. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 14, 2025
Failed
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Noted in the upright refrigerator on the cookline sliced cucumbers/Tomatoes stored with raw chicken. Remove and retrain staff to store RTE foods above the raw foods.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s notes
High temp dish machine is missing data plate to provide specification for temperature requirements. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther
Official wording
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted cutting boards heavily scored. Replace/Resurface
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing ceiling tiles above the freezer/walkin in the back area. Repair
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No paper towel at the handsink in the bar. Provide COS by PIC
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted ceiling/walls and vents in the cookline heavily greased. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.007/7-209.11-COther
Official wording
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
Inspector’s notes
Staff personal items stored with single use items in the back storage area. Discontinue
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 14, 2024
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand Sink at the bar soiled. Clean to remove
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
On the cookline near the prep sink soap dispenser was broken. Repair Person In Charge corrected on site and replaced it with a new soap dispenser.
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.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.002/2-103.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(O) Person in Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC was not able to have knowledge about the employee iIlness policy. Review
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther
Official wording
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed shredded cabbage prepared on site stored in the water.Discontinue
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dish machine in the back has no irreversible thermometer to measure the temperature.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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerator at the bar has spilled liquid on the bottom shelf.Clean to remove In the dining room accumulated dust on the wall ledges and on the ceiling fixtures. Clean with frequency.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor near the dish machine at the bar is heavily soiled. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 7, 2024
Failed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-103.11-PFPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(O) Person in Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC was not able to have knowledge about the employee iIlness policy. Review
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesminorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther
Official wording
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed shredded cabbage prepared on site stored in the water.Discontinue
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
High temperature dish machine in the back has no irreversible thermometer to measure the temperature.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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerator at the bar has spilled liquid on the bottom shelf.Clean to remove In the dining room accumulated dust on the wall ledges and on the ceiling fixtures. Clean with frequency.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
On the cookline near the prep sink soap dispenser was broken. Repair Person In Charge corrected on site and replaced it with a new soap dispenser.
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor near the dish machine at the bar is heavily soiled. Clean with frequency
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand Sink at the bar soiled. Clean to remove
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 30, 2024
Passed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Foods stored in open containers in freezer. Store covered.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther
Official wording
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Inspector’s notes
Shredded cabbage prepared on site stored in water. Discontinue.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed utensils stored in stagnant water.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
Right side of dishmachine covered with plastic. Shelving tied up with plastic wrap. Provide proper repairs.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple small flies on walls of dessert room. Provide a current licensed pest control report.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling missing over 3 bay sink. 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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in kitchen with spills and moisture. Debris on floor of bar to left of dishmachine. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.007/7-209.11-COther
Official wording
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
Inspector’s notes
Container with purse and employee personal items over prep area. Remove from food service areas and store in lockers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 23, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Foods stored in open containers in freezer. Store covered.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther
Official wording
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Inspector’s notes
Shredded cabbage prepared on site stored in water. Discontinue.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed utensils stored in stagnant water.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
Right side of dishmachine covered with plastic. Shelving tied up with plastic wrap. Provide proper repairs.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple small flies on walls of dessert room. Provide a current licensed pest control report.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling missing over 3 bay sink. 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.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in kitchen with spills and moisture. Debris on floor of bar to left of dishmachine. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.007/7-209.11-COther
Official wording
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (C)
Inspector’s notes
Container with purse and employee personal items over prep area. Remove from food service areas and store in lockers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 23, 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 22, 2023
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Buildup of soils under cookline equipment grease and oils under fryers. Buildup of soils under booth seats mice droppings under multiple booths seats. Clean to remove all visible signs of filth under around & behind equipment and seating throughout the kitchen & dining room. Cleaning issues noted on most recent IPM report from Ecolab dated 10/13/23
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 22, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 14, 2023
Hearing scheduled
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC is not following pest control company recommendations with multiple contributing factors to pest activity noted during complaint generated inspection this day. Provide active managerial control.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Buildup of soils under cookline equipment grease and oils under fryers. Buildup of soils under booth seats mice droppings under multiple booths seats. Clean to remove all visible signs of filth under around & behind equipment and seating throughout the kitchen & dining room. Cleaning issues noted on most recent IPM report from Ecolab dated 10/13/23
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rear door off kitchen with what appears to be gnaw marks on door sweep rear double door off dining room does not close with a seal and as noted on most recent pest report dated 10/13/23 from EcoLab. Seal all openings with pest proof materials. Follow recommendations of the pest control report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several mice droppings are present as observed under multiple booth seat in the dining room of the establishment near rear exit door thresholds under cooking element electrical boxes at tables. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 14, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2023
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC is not following pest control company recommendations with multiple contributing factors to pest activity noted during complaint generated inspection this day. Provide active managerial control.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Buildup of soils under cookline equipment grease and oils under fryers. Buildup of soils under booth seats mice droppings under multiple booths seats. Clean to remove all visible signs of filth under around & behind equipment and seating throughout the kitchen & dining room. Cleaning issues noted on most recent IPM report from Ecolab dated 10/13/23
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rear door off kitchen with what appears to be gnaw marks on door sweep rear double door off dining room does not close with a seal and as noted on most recent pest report dated 10/13/23 from EcoLab. Seal all openings with pest proof materials. Follow recommendations of the pest control report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several mice droppings are present as observed under multiple booth seat in the dining room of the establishment near rear exit door thresholds under cooking element electrical boxes at tables. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 4, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 20, 2023
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean and sanitize excess water in back kitchen area.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ansul system discharged and fire panel triggered at location. Ensure Ansul system is recharged. Fire panel miust be reset. Ensure building department approves prior to requesting to re open.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 20, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 17, 2023
Voluntarily closed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean and sanitize excess water in back kitchen area.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ansul system discharged and fire panel triggered at location. Ensure Ansul system is recharged. Fire panel miust be reset. Ensure building department approves prior to requesting to re open.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 17, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 15, 2023
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ansul system and fire alarm discharged stemming from hot pot table. No visable evidence of fire in establishment. No water damage observed. Ansul discharge observed coming outdoor vent on to sidewalk. Recharge ansul system and reset fire panel prior to reopening.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 15, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 10, 2023
Voluntarily closed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Ansul system and fire alarm discharged stemming from hot pot table. No visable evidence of fire in establishment. No water damage observed. Ansul discharge observed coming outdoor vent on to sidewalk. Recharge ansul system and reset fire panel prior to reopening.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 10, 2023 · Original Source
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