Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove recycled can and provide utensil must be stored in food with handle above food .
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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean interior of walk in cooler walls and shelving 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor below storage shelving inside walk in cooler and freezer.
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.
2 light bulbs under the exhausthood not operating replace.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace stained and missing tiles inside kitchen 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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove recycled can and provide utensil must be stored in food with handle above food .
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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean interior of walk in cooler walls and shelving 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean floor below storage shelving inside walk in cooler and freezer.
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.
2 light bulbs under the exhausthood not operating replace.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Replace stained and missing tiles inside kitchen 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
No dropping were observed today. PIC called 2 pest companies. New company Pest ex came out today for the first time. PIC stated the new company is servicing the entire building. They will be back on Dec 2nd after the holiday for the inspection. Please send over the detailed IPM report to the email provided after the inspection.
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, Dec 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 25, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
No dropping were observed today. PIC called 2 pest companies. New company Pest ex came out today for the first time. PIC stated the new company is servicing the entire building. They will be back on Dec 2nd after the holiday for the inspection. Please send over the detailed IPM report to the email provided after the inspection.
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, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 21, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
At the last inspection observed mice droppings. No dropping were observed today. PIC was not able to provide an updated pest report. PIC stated the extermination company should be out later today. Please send over the detailed IPM report to the email provided after the inspection.
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 shelving clean to remove rodent droppings. Please contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM 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 a deli case not being used being stored in the kitchen. Remove any equipment not being used. Observed trash on the ground out around the trash area. Please clean grounds to remove trash.
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 in Sept. Contact licensed hood company to inspect hood. Observed heavy grease build on the hood backsplash and filters. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
11 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple foods inside the wallk in refrigeration unit and the walk in freezer unit being stored with no lids or covers chicken being stored on the top shelf above ready to eat foods pots and pan with food stored on the floor. Ensure staff is trained on how to store foods and provide proper food grade containers with lids.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed original 10 oz cans being used. Discontinue. Provide food grade containers for storage. Ensure all food items are being stored properly in food grade containers with lids.
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
Took a temperature of the chicken that was being stored on the steam table. Chicken 66F. Owner stated that they take the chicken out of the 41F refrigeration unit and place the chicken into the pan on the steam table. Owner was knowledgeable on hot holding at 135F or above and reheat to 165F. The owner went over these procedures with the cook and removed the chicken to reheat to 165F before placing back on the steam table.
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
Observed debris and soiled bottles and shelving under the prep tables. Remove everything from the shelving wipe down bottles and organize the shelving.
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 inside all 3 bays. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse and sanitize. Observed soiled pots and pans inside the prep sink. Ensure staff is trained on not placing soiled pots and pans in the prep sink.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed soiled counter stops throughout the kitchen. Observed food on the counters soiled kitchen equipment soiled dishes. Observed no sanitizer buckets or wipes in the kitchen. Ensure staff is sanitizing all equipment counters. Observed soiled tables with food and debris on them. Ensure staff is santizing and wiping down tables.
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 handsinks in the kitchen one with food in the drain and the 2nd sink had a bottle of bleach sitting inside of it. The 3rd hand sink at the front counter had soiled glasses inside of it. Ensure staff is trained on what the hand sinks are used for.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed water on the floor in front of the unused deli case in the kitchen. Clean to remove stagnant water. Observed a large bowl of water on the floor near the hand sink and infront of the 2 door refrigeration unit. Remove bowl. Observed debris on the kitchen floor and on the stairs leading to the basement. Clean and sanitize floors. Observed multiple stained ceiling tiles and one missing ceiling tile. Replace or paint. Observed food and debris on the floor under the tables in the front of the store. Clean to remove debris and food on the floor.
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 rodent dropping on shelving clean to remove rodent droppings. Please contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM 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 a deli case not being used being stored in the kitchen. Remove any equipment not being used. Observed trash on the ground out around the trash area. Please clean grounds to remove trash.
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 in Sept. Contact licensed hood company to inspect hood. Observed heavy grease build on the hood backsplash and filters. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 17, 2025
Failed
12 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple foods inside the wallk in refrigeration unit and the walk in freezer unit being stored with no lids or covers chicken being stored on the top shelf above ready to eat foods pots and pan with food stored on the floor. Ensure staff is trained on how to store foods and provide proper food grade containers with lids.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed original 10 oz cans being used. Discontinue. Provide food grade containers for storage. Ensure all food items are being stored properly in food grade containers with lids.
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
Took a temperature of the chicken that was being stored on the steam table. Chicken 66F. Owner stated that they take the chicken out of the 41F refrigeration unit and place the chicken into the pan on the steam table. Owner was knowledgeable on hot holding at 135F or above and reheat to 165F. The owner went over these procedures with the cook and removed the chicken to reheat to 165F before placing back on the steam table.
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
Observed debris and soiled bottles and shelving under the prep tables. Remove everything from the shelving wipe down bottles and organize the shelving.
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 inside all 3 bays. Ensure staff is trained on wash rinse and sanitize. Observed soiled pots and pans inside the prep sink. Ensure staff is trained on not placing soiled pots and pans in the prep sink.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed soiled counter stops throughout the kitchen. Observed food on the counters soiled kitchen equipment soiled dishes. Observed no sanitizer buckets or wipes in the kitchen. Ensure staff is sanitizing all equipment counters. Observed soiled tables with food and debris on them. Ensure staff is santizing and wiping down tables.
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.
No mop sink. Provide an enclosed mop sink. Contact a licensed plumber and ensure you pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave. After the mop sink has been installed ensure that your plumber contacts the plumbing inspector to sign off on the mop sink.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed 2 handsinks in the kitchen one with food in the drain and the 2nd sink had a bottle of bleach sitting inside of it. The 3rd hand sink at the front counter had soiled glasses inside of it. Ensure staff is trained on what the hand sinks are used for.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed water on the floor in front of the unused deli case in the kitchen. Clean to remove stagnant water. Observed a large bowl of water on the floor near the hand sink and infront of the 2 door refrigeration unit. Remove bowl. Observed debris on the kitchen floor and on the stairs leading to the basement. Clean and sanitize floors. Observed multiple stained ceiling tiles and one missing ceiling tile. Replace or paint. Observed food and debris on the floor under the tables in the front of the store. Clean to remove debris and food on the floor.
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 rodent dropping on shelving clean to remove rodent droppings. Please contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM 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 a deli case not being used being stored in the kitchen. Remove any equipment not being used. Observed trash on the ground out around the trash area. Please clean grounds to remove trash.
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 in Sept. Contact licensed hood company to inspect hood. Observed heavy grease build on the hood backsplash and filters. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 15, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s notes
No mop sink. Provide an enclosed mop sink. Contact a licensed plumber and ensure you pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave. After the mop sink has been installed ensure that your plumber contacts the plumbing inspector to sign off on the mop sink.
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 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 12, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
No sanitizer buckets and wiping cloths. Provide sanitizer buckets and wiping cloths.
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 thermometer inside walk in refrigeration unit. Provide thermometer.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Walk in refrigeration unit not working properly. Owner stated she is having it serviced. Repair
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 mop sink. Provide an enclosed mop sink. Contact a licensed plumber and ensure you pull a permit at 1010 Mass Ave. After the mop sink has been installed ensure that your plumber contacts the plumbing inspector to sign off on the mop sink.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
No hand wash signage on the hand sink at the front counter. All other hand wash sinks have signage. Provide signage.
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, Aug 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
No sanitizer buckets and wiping cloths. Provide sanitizer buckets and wiping cloths.
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 thermometer inside walk in refrigeration unit. Provide thermometer.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Walk in refrigeration unit not working properly. Owner stated she is having it serviced. Repair
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 hand wash signage on the hand sink at the front counter. All other hand wash sinks have signage. Provide signage.
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.