Inspection
Oct 29, 2026
14 recorded violations
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite- Provide. Supplies and procedures will be sent over with this report.
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.
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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No 2026 Health Permit posted- Please post No letter grade posted- Please post No CFPM or Allergen Posted - Please provide both certificates No permit for Ice Cream- Need permit
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed raw chicken being stored inside the top drawer under the grill. Remove and place all raw chicken in the bottom drawer.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed ice cream scoops being stored in stagnant water. Discontinue.
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.
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Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No thermometers inside the refrigeration units. Provide
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.
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Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test kit for 3 bay sink. Provide test strips.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled slicer. Clean slicer. Observed soiled/mold-like substance detergent and sanitizer tubes. Replace tubes.
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.
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Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Please enclose the mop sink next to the 3 bay sink and hand sink.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
A tube was observed inside the handwashing sink connected to the coffee machine. Remove the tube from the hand 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.
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System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all light bulbs are shattered proof. Ensure paper towel machine behind the front counter is working properly.
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.
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Using Drain Plugs (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No drain plugs for 3 bay sink. Provide 3 drain plugs
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed grease on the floor in the basement under the grease trap. Clean grease trap and degrease the floor under neath.
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.
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Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning System Vents (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heating vents that are wrapped around the heat pipes. Remove/repair- Provide invoice from licensed HVAC company stating that wrapping is to code. All pipes need to be enclosed over 3 bay sink/any prep work is taking place. Contact licensed contractor to enclose pipes.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
- Observed mice droppings on the ground under the hand sink on the shelfing in the basement. Owner stated that the exterminator comes out once a times a week. He was able to provide 10/8. There was one catch. Please clean the dropping and sanitize the floors and shelving in the basement. Please consult with a licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. - Observed a space between the front door frame and the door. Ensure that the door has a proper fit to prevent rodent activity.
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 29, 2026 · Original Source