SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
27 inspections
Inspection
May 28, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
No evidence at today's inspection. PIC provided the last 2 pest reports 5/21 and 5/22. Activity is noted on reports. The PIC walked around with the exterminator and found the root of the problem. They are taking steps to remedy the isssue. Continue with the exterminor and closely monitor and clean any droppings. Please send over pest reports after every inspection. The reports must confirm that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. Provide door sweep to front door to ensure no daylight come through the middle of the door.
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, May 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 22, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
No evidence at today's inspection. PIC provided the last 2 pest reports 5/21 and 5/22. Activity is noted on reports. The PIC walked around with the exterminator and found the root of the problem. They are taking steps to remedy the isssue. Continue with the exterminor and closely monitor and clean any droppings. Please send over pest reports after every inspection. The reports must confirm that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. Provide door sweep to front door to ensure no daylight come through the middle of the door.
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, May 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 5, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-501.11-COther
Official wording
Outdoor Storage Surface (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease on the outside grease container. Clean to remove grease on container and on the ground. Observed oily/water substance around the ground drain near the storage container. Ensure staff is not dumping grease or mop water down the drain. Observed no lid on the dumpster and a full recycle bin. Provide lid for the dumpster and ensure that it is closed. Break down boxes in the recyle bin and ensure that the lid is closed.
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, May 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-501.11-COther
Official wording
Outdoor Storage Surface (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease on the outside grease container. Clean to remove grease on container and on the ground. Observed oily/water substance around the ground drain near the storage container. Ensure staff is not dumping grease or mop water down the drain. Observed no lid on the dumpster and a full recycle bin. Provide lid for the dumpster and ensure that it is closed. Break down boxes in the recyle bin and ensure that the lid is closed.
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, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 2, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Air gap has been installed and plumbing permit has been pullled. Waiting on plumbing inspector to sign off. Please email us when the plumbing inspector has approved the air gap.
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 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Air gap has been installed and plumbing permit has been pullled. Waiting on plumbing inspector to sign off. Please email us when the plumbing inspector has approved the air gap.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test kit onsite. Provide quats sanitizer strips.
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 mold-like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance.
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
Observed no air gap under the prep sink in the basement kitchen. The prep sink upstairs has an air gap. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 mass ave. The plumbing inspector needs to approve before health can sign off.
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
Observed soiled laminated handwash signs and wall behind the hand sink on the cook like located upstairs. Clean walls and remove signs. The handwash only sign needs to be secured.
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.
Provide a lightbulb under the hood on the cook line upstairs.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No test kit onsite. Provide quats sanitizer strips.
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 mold-like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance.
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
Observed no air gap under the prep sink in the basement kitchen. The prep sink upstairs has an air gap. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 mass ave. The plumbing inspector needs to approve before health can sign off.
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
Observed soiled laminated handwash signs and wall behind the hand sink on the cook like located upstairs. Clean walls and remove signs. The handwash only sign needs to be secured.
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.
Provide a lightbulb under the hood on the cook line upstairs.
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 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 15, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-204.115-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Rinse gauge inoperable. Repair.
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.
. Pest report from Eco Lab dated 12/5/25 with numerous open "structural concerns that could cause pest problems" Address. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection that shows all concerns have been corrected. Mice droppings observed under booths in dining room and as stated on recent pest report dated 12/5/25. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
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.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Rinse gauge inoperable. Repair.
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 chlorine test kit for low temp dish machine. 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.
Address all openings noted on pest report dated 12/5/25 from eco lab Kitchen Area-Interior--hole/gap noted Near rear fire extinguisher Seal to prevent pest entry or harborage. Exclusion measures here will reduce the number of pests entering the area. -exit door doesn't close/seal properly-1/4 inch gap or greater exists. Downstairs prep room Install/replace door sweep. -hole/gap noted behind cook line. Seal to prevent pest entry or harborage. Exclusion measures here will reduce the number of pests entering the area. Break Room-Interior--exit door doesn't close/seal properly-1/4 inch gap or greater exists. Install/replace door sweep. Basement-Interior--hole/gap noted Bottom of stair case rear Seal to prevent pest entry or harborage. Exclusion measures here will reduce the number of pests entering the area. Rear Door-Introduction Point--exit door doesn't close/seal properly-1/4 inch gap or greater exists. Install/replace door sweep.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
. Pest report from Eco Lab dated 12/5/25 with numerous open "structural concerns that could cause pest problems" Address. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection that shows all concerns have been corrected. Mice droppings observed under booths in dining room and as stated on recent pest report dated 12/5/25. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No chlorine test kit for low temp dish machine. 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.
Small flies evident in basement prep area. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
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, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 11, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
irreversible thermometer battery is dead. Replace.
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.
Peeling paint on duct work above ground floor cookline flaking duct work and pipe insulation above basement prep area. Clean and resurface with cleanable materials.
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, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
irreversible thermometer battery is dead. Replace.
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.
Peeling paint on duct work above ground floor cookline flaking duct work and pipe insulation above basement prep area. Clean and resurface with cleanable materials.
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, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 25, 2025
Report filed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-501.114-PFChemicals
Official wording
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 50F. Repair to dispense at 75F. Follow instructions on SDS sheet and label.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
What appears to be mice droppings next to booth opposite bar & street side bar storage area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas remove clutter and store all items off the floor. Provide an IPM pest control report post dated after this day upon the compliance inspection on 4/25/25.
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, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 18, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-501.114-PFChemicals
Official wording
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 50F. Repair to dispense at 75F. Follow instructions on SDS sheet and label.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
What appears to be mice droppings next to booth opposite bar & street side bar storage area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas remove clutter and store all items off the floor. Provide an IPM pest control report post dated after this day upon the compliance inspection on 4/25/25.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker is expired. Provide current. PIC states cleaning has been scheduled.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 50F. Repair to dispense at 75F. Follow instructions on SDS sheet and label.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker is expired. Provide current. PIC states cleaning has been scheduled.
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer dispenser is dispensing at 50F. Repair to dispense at 75F. Follow instructions on SDS sheet and label.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker is expired. Provide current. PIC states cleaning has been scheduled.
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, Mar 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 4, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 2, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food employee observed changing tasks from handling raw and ready to eat foods clean equipment without first washing hands. Retrain staff. COS. RTE foods discarded.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Rinse gauge inoperable at high temp unit in basement. Repair.
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, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 25, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food employee observed changing tasks from handling raw and ready to eat foods clean equipment without first washing hands. Retrain staff. COS. RTE foods discarded.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Rinse gauge inoperable at high temp unit in basement. Repair.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory Font size on menu is too small. Provide 11 or above.
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.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Final rinse gauge inoperable at high temp machine. Tested 165F at the plate. Repair gauge.
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.
Missing door sweep at rear door what appears to be rat activity evident under shipping container outside rear door used for dry storage with burrow under shipping container. Treat and seal all openings.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Provide pest treatments and IPM report for under shipping container used for dry storage.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker expired. Provide current.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory Font size on menu is too small. Provide 11 or above.
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.
Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Final rinse gauge inoperable at high temp machine. Tested 165F at the plate. Repair gauge.
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.
Missing door sweep at rear door what appears to be rat activity evident under shipping container outside rear door used for dry storage with burrow under shipping container. Treat and seal all openings.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Provide pest treatments and IPM report for under shipping container used for dry storage.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker expired. Provide current.
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, Feb 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2023
Report filed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses - Upper prep/lower prep/ware washing and bar 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units throughout bar upper prep area wait station
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 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior of ice machines
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.
Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Straw at bar not protected from contamination - Thick straws
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Only hand sink in prep/ware washing is not easily accessable
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all articles that are unnecessary articles from basement prep/ware washing/storage areas
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
Wrapping on HVAC is in disrepair above 3 bay bay sink 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 8, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 24, 2023
Failed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses - Upper prep/lower prep/ware washing and bar 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units throughout bar upper prep area wait station
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 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior of ice machines
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.
Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Straw at bar not protected from contamination - Thick straws
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Only hand sink in prep/ware washing is not easily accessable
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all articles that are unnecessary articles from basement prep/ware washing/storage areas
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
Wrapping on HVAC is in disrepair above 3 bay bay sink 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.