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Hong Kong Supermarket Of Allston

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

12 inspections

Inspection

May 26, 2026

Passed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wiping cloths stored wet on the counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

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 problems
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Boxes with single use articles and packaged foods stored on the floor. Elevate properly.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.004/4-501.114-PChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Three Bay Sink - Sanitizer registered less than 50ppm of chlorine. Mantain 50-100ppm level

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting boards heavily scored at meat sections. Resurface and clean properly or replace.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

The interior and exterior of aquarium soiled. Clean properly.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Glue traps with dead cockroaches near the stairs and also some rodent- like droppings observed. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Large number of not in use equipment and items piled up inside a old walk-in unit (currently not in use). Remove and clean the area.

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 26, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 19, 2026

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wiping cloths stored wet on the counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

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 problems
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Boxes with single use articles and packaged foods stored on the floor. Elevate properly.

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.004/4-501.114-PChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Three Bay Sink - Sanitizer registered less than 50ppm of chlorine. Mantain 50-100ppm level

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cutting boards heavily scored at meat sections. Resurface and clean properly or replace.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

The interior and exterior of aquarium soiled. Clean properly.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Glue traps with dead cockroaches near the stairs and also some rodent- like droppings observed. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Large number of not in use equipment and items piled up inside a old walk-in unit (currently not in use). Remove and clean the area.

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 19, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 21, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the fish area there are live clams but the shellstock tags could not be located. The littleneck and cherry stone clams were embargoed until the distributor was able to email the shellstock tags which were printed out while the inspector was on site. Maintain and keep shellstock tags with the shellfish and 90 days after the last product is sold.

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 issues
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the walkin refrigerators in the basement and in the meat prep room they are using cardboard on the shelves and on the floors; cease using cardboard surfaces should be cleanable durable nonporous.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Fanguards in the walkin refrigerator with the produce have encrusted dust and soils; 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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 14, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the fish area there are live clams but the shellstock tags could not be located. The littleneck and cherry stone clams were embargoed until the distributor was able to email the shellstock tags which were printed out while the inspector was on site. Maintain and keep shellstock tags with the shellfish and 90 days after the last product is sold.

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 issues
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the walkin refrigerators in the basement and in the meat prep room they are using cardboard on the shelves and on the floors; cease using cardboard surfaces should be cleanable durable nonporous.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Fanguards in the walkin refrigerator with the produce have encrusted dust and soils; 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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 11, 2025

Passed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitoring pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department 06/18/25 Continue to provide frequent updated detailed pest control reports to the Health Department for review

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of the inspection 07/01/25 During a smoke test conducted by Boston Water and Sewer at the location smoke was noted coming from 3 locations within the Kiosk where Grasshopper is located. The 3 areas included a large pipe located under the 3 bay sink in the back An open pipe located behind the ice machine and from a drain in the cookline which has a grease trap below. Smoke was observed by both myself and the Enviromental Inspectors that were on site for the smoke test Repairs by a licensed plumber shall be made in these areas. Obtain proper permits for all work and contact Inspectional services for a plumbing inspection to verify work conducted

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 issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department 06/11/25 Updated detailed pest reports for the supermarket the operating kiosks in the Super 88 and the vacant Kiosks in the Super 88 shall be provided to the Health Department following each treatment. Braman pest control on site at the time of the reinspection for the supermarket and for areas within the Super 88 which is also operated by the owners at the Supermaket Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen 06/18/25 The operator of the supermarket and the Super 88 shall continue to provide udated pest control reports to the Health Department for review. The most recent pest control report indicated continued activity within a vacant stall within the Food Court. Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen can be scheduled 07/01/25 Rodent droppings noted in one of the kiosks and in the main seating area of the food court- Staff was in the process of cleaning up droppings at the time of the scheduled smoke test in the building Continue to provide pest control reports for the building and from the individual establishmnets to the Health Department for review

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 1, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitoring pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department 06/18/25 Continue to provide frequent updated detailed pest control reports to the Health Department for review

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of the inspection 07/01/25 During a smoke test conducted by Boston Water and Sewer at the location smoke was noted coming from 3 locations within the Kiosk where Grasshopper is located. The 3 areas included a large pipe located under the 3 bay sink in the back An open pipe located behind the ice machine and from a drain in the cookline which has a grease trap below. Smoke was observed by both myself and the Enviromental Inspectors that were on site for the smoke test Repairs by a licensed plumber shall be made in these areas. Obtain proper permits for all work and contact Inspectional services for a plumbing inspection to verify work conducted

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 issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department 06/11/25 Updated detailed pest reports for the supermarket the operating kiosks in the Super 88 and the vacant Kiosks in the Super 88 shall be provided to the Health Department following each treatment. Braman pest control on site at the time of the reinspection for the supermarket and for areas within the Super 88 which is also operated by the owners at the Supermaket Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen 06/18/25 The operator of the supermarket and the Super 88 shall continue to provide udated pest control reports to the Health Department for review. The most recent pest control report indicated continued activity within a vacant stall within the Food Court. Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen can be scheduled 07/01/25 Rodent droppings noted in one of the kiosks and in the main seating area of the food court- Staff was in the process of cleaning up droppings at the time of the scheduled smoke test in the building Continue to provide pest control reports for the building and from the individual establishmnets to the Health Department for review

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 18, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitoring pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department 06/18/25 Continue to provide frequent updated detailed pest control reports to the Health Department for review

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
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

Interior of ice machine at the seafood department with black mold like buildup- Clean properly

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavy encrusted soils and debris noted at several vacant kiosks located within the food court attached to the supermarket. Proper cleaning shall be conducted at all areas 06/11/25 Areas of the food court have had extensive clean- Additional cleaning shall be done to remove any odors or buildup in these areas

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 problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of 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.

More about building upkeep issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department 06/11/25 Updated detailed pest reports for the supermarket the operating kiosks in the Super 88 and the vacant Kiosks in the Super 88 shall be provided to the Health Department following each treatment. Braman pest control on site at the time of the reinspection for the supermarket and for areas within the Super 88 which is also operated by the owners at the Supermaket Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen 06/18/25 The operator of the supermarket and the Super 88 shall continue to provide udated pest control reports to the Health Department for review. The most recent pest control report indicated continued activity within a vacant stall within the Food Court. Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen can be scheduled

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 11, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

7 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitorin pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple boxes of products in a walkin refrigeration unit with evidence of mildw and damage. Per packaging the product was to be maintained frozen. At the time of the inspection the product was voluntarily discardedand denatured

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
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

Interior of ice machine at the seafood department with black mold like buildup- Clean properly

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavy encrusted soils and debris noted at several vacant kiosks located within the food court attached to the supermarket. Proper cleaning shall be conducted at all areas 06/11/25 Areas of the food court have had extensive clean- Additional cleaning shall be done to remove any odors or buildup in these areas

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 problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of 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.

More about building upkeep issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department 06/11/25 Updated detailed pest reports for the supermarket the operating kiosks in the Super 88 and the vacant Kiosks in the Super 88 shall be provided to the Health Department following each treatment. Braman pest control on site at the time of the reinspection for the supermarket and for areas within the Super 88 which is also operated by the owners at the Supermaket Pest control reports shall indicate no pest activity in the Food Court prior to a reinspection to reopen

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 4, 2025

Failed

7 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The management at the building that includes the supermarket and the food court is not properly monitorin pest control and cleaning procedures Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company to the Health Department

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple boxes of products in a walkin refrigeration unit with evidence of mildw and damage. Per packaging the product was to be maintained frozen. At the time of the inspection the product was voluntarily discardedand denatured

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
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

Interior of ice machine at the seafood department with black mold like buildup- Clean properly

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Areas of floors below retail shelving with soils and debris- Clean properly

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 problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

French drain located at the doors of the lower level storage in the supermarket is not properly controlling rain water from entering the basement. Heavy water buildup within the doors. Properly clean or repair french drain to eliminate water from entering the storage area No products stored in this area at the time of 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.

More about building upkeep issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection pest activity was noted within multiple vacant kiosks located in the food court attached to the supermarket. Evidence of nesting materials and droppings were noted on shelving floors equipment and si nks in the vacant kiosks. Per the owners the individual kiosks are responsible for pest control Building management shall provide pest control to these areas when vacant Evidence of pest activity in the supermarket below retail shelving Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company for the supermarket and the vacant kiosks in the food court to the Health Department Referred to the Enviromental Department

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous areas of the ceiling and wall areas at the back of the supermarket with evidence of water damage- Make proper repairs to these areas Nmerous areas of the ceilings in the food court areas with damage to plaster and peeling paint Evidence at this time that an area of the roof is damaged and was covered with a tarp Provide information to the Health Department for any scheduled repairs to the building Referred to the Building Department

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 19, 2024

Passed

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations noted on inspection report PIC shal properly monitor repair of equipment cleaning and pest control at the establishment

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged raw meats defrosting in stagnant water in the 3 bay sink in the meat dept Reviewed the process with employees and corrected

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 temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Walkin refrigeration unit in the meat department is not holding a temperature of 41F or below- Make proper repairs All products were removed prior to the inspection and are being held in a refrigeration unit located in the lower level

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 temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No sanitizer testing strips available at any of the warewashing stations for use by employees- Corrected on site

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Seafood display case is leaking into a bucket and is repaired with tape- Make 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 issues
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

An area that appears to be a french drain in front of the receiving doors with soil buildup that may be causing the drain to properly work- Clean Floors throughout under all equiment with soils and debris- Clean

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-403.12-COther

Official wording

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

Inspector’s notes

Areas throughout the lower level with pooled water and areas where water has flooded Per a discussion with the manager on site the heavy rain caused the water to accumulate- Provide proper structural repairs to remove the issue of rainwater accumulating in the lower level Areas where water has flooded has no product storage

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Dumpster and waste receptacles behind the establishment extremely odorous and attracting insects- Clean properly

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Exterior of the store with excessive amounts of flies Lower level storage has large amounts of adhesive fly papers full of expired insects that are hanging from the ceilings throughout Areas below shelving in retail areas with suspected rodent droppings Provide a detailed updated pest control report from a licensed pest control company

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 8, 2024

Failed

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Walkin refrigeration unit in the meat department is not holding a temperature of 41F or below- Make proper repairs All products were removed prior to the inspection and are being held in a refrigeration unit located in the lower level

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 temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No sanitizer testing strips available at any of the warewashing stations for use by employees- Corrected on site

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Seafood display case is leaking into a bucket and is repaired with tape- Make 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 issues
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

An area that appears to be a french drain in front of the receiving doors with soil buildup that may be causing the drain to properly work- Clean Floors throughout under all equiment with soils and debris- Clean

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-403.12-COther

Official wording

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

Inspector’s notes

Areas throughout the lower level with pooled water and areas where water has flooded Per a discussion with the manager on site the heavy rain caused the water to accumulate- Provide proper structural repairs to remove the issue of rainwater accumulating in the lower level Areas where water has flooded has no product storage

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Dumpster and waste receptacles behind the establishment extremely odorous and attracting insects- Clean properly

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Exterior of the store with excessive amounts of flies Lower level storage has large amounts of adhesive fly papers full of expired insects that are hanging from the ceilings throughout Areas below shelving in retail areas with suspected rodent droppings Provide a detailed updated pest control report from a licensed pest control company

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 insects
minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged raw meats defrosting in stagnant water in the 3 bay sink in the meat dept Reviewed the process with employees and corrected

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 temperature
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations noted on inspection report PIC shal properly monitor repair of equipment cleaning and pest control at the establishment

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 8, 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

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