SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
16 inspections
Inspection
Jul 1, 2026
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Discontinue storing serving utensil inside 60F stagnant water In-use utensils must be stored in food with handle above food and container in clean water of 135F.
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.
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
Clean sides inbetween and the backsplash to remove visible soil on cooking range. Clean shelving inside dry storage room. Clean interior of freezer and refrigerator.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor below cooking equipment and dry storage shelving inside dry storage room to remove visible soil.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace missing tile inside restroom.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 22, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Discontinue storing serving utensil inside 60F stagnant water In-use utensils must be stored in food with handle above food and container in clean water of 135F.
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.
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
Clean sides inbetween and the backsplash to remove visible soil on cooking range. Clean shelving inside dry storage room. Clean interior of freezer and refrigerator.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor below cooking equipment and dry storage shelving inside dry storage room to remove visible soil.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace missing tile inside restroom.
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, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 30, 2025
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping cloths being stored on the counter. Provide sanitizer bucket and ensure staff is properly storing wiping cloths inside the sanitizer bucket with 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled kitchen equipment. Sanitize and clean equipment. Observed heavy grease build up on the back splash behind the stove and on the hood. Clean to remove grease.
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 soiled pots and pans being stored inside all 3 sinks. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse and sanitize. Recommend purchasing a cart to store soiled pots and pans.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease on the floor under the stove and fryolator. Clean to remove grease.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash being stored outside in bins that are over flowing. Contact trash company to remove all trash. Ensure lids are closed at all times.
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.
Evidence of a strong urine odor right when you walk inside the door. Clean/sanitize to remove strong odor. Evidence of flies in the back room. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report at the re inspection. Please email over the most recent pest report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 in June. Contact licensed hood company to inspect and update the sticker.
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, Jul 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 24, 2025
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping cloths being stored on the counter. Provide sanitizer bucket and ensure staff is properly storing wiping cloths inside the sanitizer bucket with 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled kitchen equipment. Sanitize and clean equipment. Observed heavy grease build up on the back splash behind the stove and on the hood. Clean to remove grease.
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 soiled pots and pans being stored inside all 3 sinks. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse and sanitize. Recommend purchasing a cart to store soiled pots and pans.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease on the floor under the stove and fryolator. Clean to remove grease.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash being stored outside in bins that are over flowing. Contact trash company to remove all trash. Ensure lids are closed at all times.
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.
Evidence of a strong urine odor right when you walk inside the door. Clean/sanitize to remove strong odor. Evidence of flies in the back room. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report at the re inspection. Please email over the most recent pest report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 in June. Contact licensed hood company to inspect and update the sticker.
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, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 28, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled floors and debis on the floor in the back room. Strong order also coming from the back room. Remove any rotten foods and clean floors.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a good amount of trash and boxes on the ground outside in the trash area. Clean grounds and remove all trash boxes and debris.
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, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 16, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled floors and debis on the floor in the back room. Strong order also coming from the back room. Remove any rotten foods and clean floors.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed a good amount of trash and boxes on the ground outside in the trash area. Clean grounds and remove all trash boxes and debris.
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, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 25, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 8, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
No prep sink available to cleaning vegetables. Provide prep sink. Use a colander until prep sink is installed. Observed soil on the interior and exterior of both refrigeration units. Clean/sanitize
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed foods not being properly date marked. Remove old lables and provide proper date marking.
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.
Observed bucket of stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Observed leak. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leak. Remove stagnant water. Provide an invoice from the licensed plumber on company letterhead.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on the floor under and around the stove and fryolator. Clean to remove grease build up.
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 flies in the back room. Clean to remove flies. Contact licensed exterminator. Provide last extermination 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash and pallets being stored outside. Clean to remove all unnessary items. Clean grounds. Clean and organize side room where the CD's are being stored.
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.
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 10/31/24. Contact licensed hood company for inspection. Observed grease drippings on the hood vent. Clean to remove grease drippings.
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, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 1, 2024
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
No prep sink available to cleaning vegetables. Provide prep sink. Use a colander until prep sink is installed. Observed soil on the interior and exterior of both refrigeration units. Clean/sanitize
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed foods not being properly date marked. Remove old lables and provide proper date marking.
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.
Observed bucket of stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Observed leak. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leak. Remove stagnant water. Provide an invoice from the licensed plumber on company letterhead.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed heavy grease build up on the floor under and around the stove and fryolator. Clean to remove grease build up.
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 flies in the back room. Clean to remove flies. Contact licensed exterminator. Provide last extermination 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash and pallets being stored outside. Clean to remove all unnessary items. Clean grounds. Clean and organize side room where the CD's are being stored.
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.
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 10/31/24. Contact licensed hood company for inspection. Observed grease drippings on the hood vent. Clean to remove grease drippings.
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, Nov 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 9, 2024
Passed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove unused items around the trash area. Clean to remove.
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.
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 March 2024. Contact licensed company to come out to update and inspect sticker.
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.
No soap at the handsink in the hallway. Provide soap.
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.
Remove unused items around the trash area. Clean to remove.
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.
No soap at the handsink in the hallway. Provide soap.
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
Hood sticker expired March 2024. Contact licensed company to come out to update and inspect sticker.
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, Apr 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 4, 2024
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
No conspicuous thermometer onsite. Provide thermometer to temp food.
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.
Basement- Observed a pipe leaking in the basement. Provide proper repair from a licensed plumber.
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.
Excess trash and unused items onside around the trash area in the basement. Clean to remove all unused items.
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.
Evidence of rodent activity. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminatior. Clean to remove droppings.
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.
No prep sink on site. Evidence of green/red peppers and cabbage being cut on cutting board. PIC stated that they do not wash vegetables. Provide proper method for washing vegetables on site.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed utensils being stored in stagment water. PIC removed onsite and put into warewash. Ensure proper storage of utensils. Observed non food contact can to scoop rice. Provide proper utensils for scooping food.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple foods not being stored in proper food grade containers. Provide food grade containers. Back room- in the freezer- raw meat being stored in trash bags. Provide proper food grade containers.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Beans were being stored covered on shelf at 133F. PIC stated that they were just cooked and then they were set aside to make a sauce. Spoke to PIC in regards to hot holding beans. PIC reheated the beans to 165F and then separtated the beans and put them on to the steam table to hot hold to 135F or above. Ensure that staff is trained on hot holding procedures.
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.
No conspicuous thermometer onsite. Provide thermometer to temp food.
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
Only one more test strip available. Provide test kit for warewash.
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 (P)
Inspector’s notes
Quaternary sanitizer 150ppm. Ensure the quaternary sanitizer is at 200-400ppm. Corrected on site.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soil on the outside of the refrigerator. Clean to remove soil. Hood vent sticker expired 11/2023. Frost build up in chest freezer in the back room. Defrost and clean to remove frost build up.
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.
Basement- Observed a pipe leaking in the basement. Provide proper repair from a licensed plumber.
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.
Excess trash and unused items onside around the trash area in the basement. Clean to remove all unused items.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean/sweep kitchen floor to remove debis clean/sweep basement floor to remove all debis and clutter. Clean/sweep floors and organize side room with CD's to remove debis. Clean to remove strong pungent oder in back room and in seating 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.
Evidence of rodent activity. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminatior. Clean to remove droppings.
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 Nov/2023. Contact licensed company.
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 employees belongings at the front counter. Provide a proper place for staff to store belongings. Observed personal supplements stored in the back room on a shelf. Provide proper place to store belongings.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
No prep sink on site. Evidence of green/red peppers and cabbage being cut on cutting board. PIC stated that they do not wash vegetables. Provide proper method for washing vegetables on site.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed utensils being stored in stagment water. PIC removed onsite and put into warewash. Ensure proper storage of utensils. Observed non food contact can to scoop rice. Provide proper utensils for scooping food.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple foods not being stored in proper food grade containers. Provide food grade containers. Back room- in the freezer- raw meat being stored in trash bags. Provide proper food grade containers.
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.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Beans were being stored covered on shelf at 133F. PIC stated that they were just cooked and then they were set aside to make a sauce. Spoke to PIC in regards to hot holding beans. PIC reheated the beans to 165F and then separtated the beans and put them on to the steam table to hot hold to 135F or above. Ensure that staff is trained on hot holding procedures.
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.
No conspicuous thermometer onsite. Provide thermometer to temp food.
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
Only one more test strip available. Provide test kit for warewash.
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 (P)
Inspector’s notes
Quaternary sanitizer 150ppm. Ensure the quaternary sanitizer is at 200-400ppm. Corrected on site.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soil on the outside of the refrigerator. Clean to remove soil. Hood vent sticker expired 11/2023. Frost build up in chest freezer in the back room. Defrost and clean to remove frost build up.
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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.
Basement- Observed a pipe leaking in the basement. Provide proper repair from a licensed plumber. Behind counter- No hot/cold at handsink. Repair Hallway- No hot/cold water at hansink. Repair.
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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.
Excess trash and unused items onside around the trash area in the basement and in the side room upstair near mopsink. Clean to remove all unused items.
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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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean/sweep kitchen floor to remove debis clean/sweep basement floor to remove all debis and clutter. Clean/sweep floors and organize side room with CD's to remove debis. Clean to remove strong pungent oder in back room and in seating area.
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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.
Evidence of rodent activity. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminatior. Clean to remove droppings.
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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 Nov/2023. Contact licensed company.
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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 employees belongings at the front counter. Provide a proper place for staff to store belongings. Observed personal supplements stored in the back room on a shelf. Provide proper place to store belongings.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.