Observed rodent dropping near rear door 2/18/26. Contact licensed pest control for services and provide 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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored with ready to eat products in single door refrigerated unit (breads). Discussed with PIC to maintain all ready to eat and raw foods properly stored seperately inside refrigerated units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored in ambient air on counter @ 57F and sliced tomatoes stored inside reach in unit @ 45F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below at all times. PIC voluntarily discarded
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
Provide chlorine test strips to properly test chemical balance for chlorine sanitizer. Quats test strips on site at this time
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 food spills / soils inside both deep freezers and inside 2 door reach in freezer. Clean to remove all spills / soils
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.
Observed no paper towels in bathroom or available to replace at hand sink. Discussed with PIC to ensure paper towels are available and supplied at all handsinks. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed rodent dropping near rear door 2/18/26. Contact licensed pest control for services and provide 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.
Observed rodent dropping on and near dry ingredient rack. Contact licensed pest control for services and provide 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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored with ready to eat products in single door refrigerated unit (breads). Discussed with PIC to maintain all ready to eat and raw foods properly stored seperately inside refrigerated units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored in ambient air on counter @ 57F and sliced tomatoes stored inside reach in unit @ 45F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below at all times. PIC voluntarily discarded
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
Provide chlorine test strips to properly test chemical balance for chlorine sanitizer. Quats test strips on site at this time
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 food spills / soils inside both deep freezers and inside 2 door reach in freezer. Clean to remove all spills / soils
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.
Observed no paper towels in bathroom or available to replace at hand sink. Discussed with PIC to ensure paper towels are available and supplied at all handsinks. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed rodent dropping on and near dry ingredient rack. Contact licensed pest control for services and provide 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a fan sitting on the handsink. Blocking operations. PIC removed. Advised to retrain staff for proper handwashing to be conducted. Observed a soiled rag inside the handsink. D/C storing any objects in the 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Expired hood sticker. Provide proof of updated 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 9, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a fan sitting on the handsink. Blocking operations. PIC removed. Advised to retrain staff for proper handwashing to be conducted. Observed a soiled rag inside the handsink. D/C storing any objects in the 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Expired hood sticker. Provide proof of updated 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 3, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker exp 4/24. Provide valid and updated sticker to confirm proper maintenance.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 27, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker exp 4/24. Provide valid and updated sticker to confirm proper maintenance.
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, Aug 27, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 20, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker exp 4/24. Provide valid and updated sticker to confirm proper maintenance.
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 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 27, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing servesafe certificate. Post and provide at all times.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed metal shelving unit blocking the handsink. Remove
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 27, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 20, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Missing servesafe certificate. Post and provide at all times.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed metal shelving unit blocking the handsink. Remove
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.