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Mariner's House

9 North Sq

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

7 inspections

Inspection

Aug 26, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Air gap was installed waiting on plumbers approval. PIC to provide Permit #. A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 8, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

7 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dishwasher irreverssible thermometer on site observed not operating. Repair to operate

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 cutting boards on site observed heavily scored & stained. Resurface/replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector’s notes

Air gap was installed waiting on plumbers approval. PIC to provide Permit #. A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food prep sink observed direct to waste. Missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of airgap. Effective strainer observedon site to wash whole fruits A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor under equipment observed soiled from visible food crumbs & spills. Clean to remove Blue substance observed spilled under high temp dishwasher. Clean 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Back door observed missing effective door sweep (gap). Provide effective door sweep to prevent pest/rodent access

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 24, 2026

Failed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dishwasher irreverssible thermometer on site observed not operating. Repair to operate

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 cutting boards on site observed heavily scored & stained. Resurface/replace

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food prep sink observed direct to waste. Missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of airgap. Effective strainer observedon site to wash whole fruits A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor under equipment observed soiled from visible food crumbs & spills. Clean to remove Blue substance observed spilled under high temp dishwasher. Clean 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Back door observed missing effective door sweep (gap). Provide effective door sweep to prevent pest/rodent access

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 15, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 15, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 10, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 22, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 6, 2024

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-301.13-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Aids and Devices Use Restrictions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the steel basin for the wall mounted soap dispenser is cleaned where the dispense tube is so soap can easiliy flow to hands - pump saop dispenser recommended as a alternative

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode 590.005/5-402.12-COther

Official wording

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface heavily rusted top of the grease trap

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source

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