Observed holes and voids in basement not filled to prevent pest entry; provide door sweep at basement door leading to building to prevent pest entry; provide updated detailed pest control report to damien.yee@boston.gov 7/23/2025: In basement near three-bay sink area observed live large cockroach walking on floor.
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.
In the basement there is no signage for the handwashing sink.
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 holes and voids in basement not filled to prevent pest entry; provide door sweep at basement door leading to building to prevent pest entry; provide updated detailed pest control report to damien.yee@boston.gov 7/23/2025: In basement near three-bay sink area observed live large cockroach walking on floor.
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.
In single door refrigerator observed sour cream expired 6-7-25 roast beef cold cuts expired 6-16-25 and a package of dozen cage free eggs expired 7-1-25. PIC discarded expired items.
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.
In the basement there is no signage for the handwashing sink.
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 rodent droppings under chips packages and under displays to the right of the cashier station; observed a dead cockroach in basement under wood shelving; observed rodent droppings throughout basement; observed a live mouse on second floor underneath Redbull drinks. Please send a detailed IPM report from a licensed pest control operator to damien.yee@boston.gov with the reports from the beginning of June to 7-9-2025. 7-16-25: Noted old used traps in basement; noted rodent droppings on floor on second floor; noted rodent droppings in basement along walls and noted holes and voids in basement not filled to prevent pest entry; provide door sweep at basement door leading to building to prevent pest entry; provide updated detailed pest control report to damien.yee@boston.gov
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed light from under front door due to holes in the bottom of door repair holes so no light is observable. Repair holes in basement to prevent pest entry.
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.
In single door refrigerator observed sour cream expired 6-7-25 roast beef cold cuts expired 6-16-25 and a package of dozen cage free eggs expired 7-1-25. PIC discarded expired items.
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.
In the basement there is no signage for the handwashing sink.
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 rodent droppings under chips packages and under displays to the right of the cashier station; observed a dead cockroach in basement under wood shelving; observed rodent droppings throughout basement; observed a live mouse on second floor underneath Redbull drinks. Please send a detailed IPM report from a licensed pest control operator to damien.yee@boston.gov with the reports from the beginning of June to 7-9-2025.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed light from under front door due to holes in the bottom of door repair holes so no light is observable. Repair holes in basement to prevent pest entry.
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 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 22, 2024
Report filed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No written procedures and kit I reviewed with the PIC during 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.
Using crates for shelving - Raise all items 6" above the floor throughout retail
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.
Per PIC the hand sink for the bathroom has been removed - Install a hand sink for hand washing only A three bay sink in basement is being used for mop sink and hand washing per PIC
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.
No lighting in stairway to basement and in basement throughout
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
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from basement
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walls to basement and in basment have openings and are in disrepair
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 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 8, 2024
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No written procedures and kit I reviewed with the PIC during 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.
Using crates for shelving - Raise all items 6" above the floor throughout retail
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.
Per PIC the hand sink for the bathroom has been removed - Install a hand sink for hand washing only A three bay sink in basement is being used for mop sink and hand washing per PIC
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.
No lighting in stairway to basement and in basement throughout
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
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from basement
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Stained ceiling tiles in retail Ceiling in disrepair in back/side retail Walls to basement and in basment have openings and are in disrepair
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.