SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
10 inspections
Inspection
May 21, 2026
Passed
6 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 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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Some bulk food unit without proper fitting lids. Provide.
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
Several prepared food items without date-marking. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Exterior of some refrigerating unit 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood vent with grease build up. Clean properly 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 14, 2026
Failed
6 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 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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Some bulk food unit without proper fitting lids. Provide.
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
Several prepared food items without date-marking. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Exterior of some refrigerating unit 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood vent with grease build up. Clean properly 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Report filed
13 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.12-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Procedure (P)
Inspector’s notes
No evidence of employee handwashing at the time of inspection. Corrected on site. Retrain staff.
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.
Wait staff rolling dumplings in dining room. Instructed staff to remove to an area in the kitchen with access to handwashing. Meat slicer prep table under waste drain in basement. Relocate.
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
Chopped garlic 51F. Product made within the hour placed under refrigeration to cool to below 41F.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous containers of prepared foods not date marked or labeled. 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.
Wait staff rolling dumplings in dining room with no gloves on. Corrected on site. Foods to be cooked to above 165F.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Standing water under dish machine grease and food soils under cookline equipment and under prep tables in basement. Clean floors walls and ceilings throughout of any and all visible food soils spatters grease and food debris.
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.
Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous fly ribbons hanging from ceiling in kitchen and basement prep area. Remove.
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.
What appears to be rat droppings on floor in basement sump pump room. Heavy presence of large & small fly activity. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. Recent IPM report from Braman dated 9/10/25 states cockroach activity. Increase pest control visits as needed to remediate all pest 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.
No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 29, 2025
Failed
12 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.12-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Procedure (P)
Inspector’s notes
No evidence of employee handwashing at the time of inspection. Corrected on site. Retrain staff.
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.
Wait staff rolling dumplings in dining room. Instructed staff to remove to an area in the kitchen with access to handwashing. Meat slicer prep table under waste drain in basement. Relocate.
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
Chopped garlic 51F. Product made within the hour placed under refrigeration to cool to below 41F.
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous containers of prepared foods not date marked or labeled. 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.
Wait staff rolling dumplings in dining room with no gloves on. Corrected on site. Foods to be cooked to above 165F.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Standing water under dish machine grease and food soils under cookline equipment and under prep tables in basement. Clean floors walls and ceilings throughout of any and all visible food soils spatters grease and food debris.
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.
Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous fly ribbons hanging from ceiling in kitchen and basement prep area. Remove.
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.
What appears to be rat droppings on floor in basement sump pump room. Heavy presence of large & small fly activity. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. Recent IPM report from Braman dated 9/10/25 states cockroach activity. Increase pest control visits as needed to remediate all pest 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.
No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 12, 2025
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets.
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Containers of raw chicken stored over raw beef. Container of raw pork stored over taro root. Eggs stored over produce. Organize walk-in refrigerator such that chicken products are below pork and beef and fish. Store all produce on separate shelf to prevent contamination
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cooked fish 60F in covered plastic container. Spread out in walk-in refrigerator. Cool cooked foods completely before storing covered.
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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Brownish build-up in ice machine. Clean and maintain
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
Moisture and debris under basement shelves. Clean and dry to avoid attracting pests.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Fly strips hanging above cookline. Discard. Do not hang fly strips during service and possible exposure to food.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled and missing ceiling tiles in basement prep area. Replace as needed
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 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets.
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Containers of raw chicken stored over raw beef. Container of raw pork stored over taro root. Eggs stored over produce. Organize walk-in refrigerator such that chicken products are below pork and beef and fish. Store all produce on separate shelf to prevent contamination
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cooked fish 60F in covered plastic container. Spread out in walk-in refrigerator. Cool cooked foods completely before storing covered.
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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Brownish build-up in ice machine. Clean and maintain
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
Moisture and debris under basement shelves. Clean and dry to avoid attracting pests.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Fly strips hanging above cookline. Discard. Do not hang fly strips during service and possible exposure to food.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled and missing ceiling tiles in basement prep area. Replace as needed
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.
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 8, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
12 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Employees doing food preparation at a table in the dining room- No handsink available in the area Handsink in the back kitchen was blocked at the start of the inspection- Corrected
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths on counters throughout with no sanitizer solution set up- Maintain in sanitizer
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous containers of cut vegetables on counters throughout the kitchen at 50F-52F Per the PIC the products were prepared less than 2 hours prior to the inspection Removedat this time and placed in the walkin
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous prepared products in refrigeration throughout with no evidence of datemarking- provide product name- Production/discard dates
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the inspection employees were using the low temperature dishwasher to clean equipment and the sanitizer bottle was empty causing the sanitizer to test at 0ppm chlorine- Replaced at the time of the inspection and tested within normal limits
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 590.004/4-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Equipment Clean Solutions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Water in the low temperature dishwasher with heavy soils- Corrected at the time of the 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing sink in the kitchen blocked by equipment- Corrected
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.
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings throughout the establishment Fly papers with expired flies haging from the ceiling in the kitchen and in the lower level- Provide an updated detailed 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 30, 2024
Failed
10 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Employees doing food preparation at a table in the dining room- No handsink available in the area Handsink in the back kitchen was blocked at the start of the inspection- Corrected
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths on counters throughout with no sanitizer solution set up- Maintain in sanitizer
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous containers of cut vegetables on counters throughout the kitchen at 50F-52F Per the PIC the products were prepared less than 2 hours prior to the inspection Removedat this time and placed in the walkin
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous prepared products in refrigeration throughout with no evidence of datemarking- provide product name- Production/discard dates
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
At the time of the inspection employees were using the low temperature dishwasher to clean equipment and the sanitizer bottle was empty causing the sanitizer to test at 0ppm chlorine- Replaced at the time of the inspection and tested within normal limits
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 590.004/4-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Warewashing Equipment Clean Solutions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Water in the low temperature dishwasher with heavy soils- Corrected at the time of the 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing sink in the kitchen blocked by equipment- Corrected
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.
Evidence of rodent droppings throughout the establishment Fly papers with expired flies haging from the ceiling in the kitchen and in the lower level- Provide an updated detailed 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.