Inspection
Sep 8, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
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240 Mount Vernon St
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Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Discontinue to store equipment on the grease trap. Store properly.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationStandards of Identity (C)
All grab and go product has to be labeled with whats in the container and not just the date.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
As discussed please clean the top of the dishwasher exterior of the ice machine shelves in the kitchen area.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker good until March 2026
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.
More about building upkeep issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment. Please clean the wall behind the cooking line and three bay sink.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Discontinue to store equipment on the grease trap. Store properly.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationStandards of Identity (C)
All grab and go product has to be labeled with whats in the container and not just the date.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
As discussed please clean the top of the dishwasher exterior of the ice machine shelves in the kitchen area.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker good until March 2026
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.
More about building upkeep issuesFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
PIC will clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment. Please clean the wall behind the cooking line and three bay sink.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Air gap plumbing repair needs final approval permit.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
2 Door under counter not operating repair. Walk in cooler door paint worn repair.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesBackflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Air gap plumbing repair needs final approval permit.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
2 Door under counter not operating repair. Walk in cooler door paint worn repair.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesBackflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
No air gap at the prep sink provide.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 27, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Some condiment squeeze bottles have no label provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Pipes near cooking line to remove visible soil.
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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floor below cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Some condiment squeeze bottles have no label provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Pipes near cooking line to remove visible soil.
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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floor below cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Shelving to low for storing ingredients at the frialator area elevate 6 to 8" or higher
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationTemperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
2 Under counter cold units missing thermometer provide.
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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Clean sides and back splash to cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floor under the shelving and repair inside walk in cooler and freezer.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Shelving to low for storing ingredients at the frialator area elevate 6 to 8" or higher
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationTemperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
2 Under counter cold units missing thermometer provide.
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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Clean sides and back splash to cooking equipment to remove visible soil.
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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean floor under the shelving and repair inside walk in cooler and freezer.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 21, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
7 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
No Allergen awareness certification provide. No Allergy signage post provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingStandards of Identity (C)
No labels on squeeze condiment bottles provide with ingredient name.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWarewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Hi temp dish washer rinse temperature gauge not operating repair.
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 temperatureEquipment Openings Closures and Deflectors (C)
Water is splashing out of side of dish machine during operation repair.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesSanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No test kit for quarts sanitizer provide for 3 bay sink.
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 problemsStorage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)
Remove wooden pallets and non in use equipment from exterior grounds.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesHand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towel at hand wash sink provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
7 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
No Allergen awareness certification provide. No Allergy signage post provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingStandards of Identity (C)
No labels on squeeze condiment bottles provide with ingredient name.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWarewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Hi temp dish washer rinse temperature gauge not operating repair.
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 temperatureEquipment Openings Closures and Deflectors (C)
Water is splashing out of side of dish machine during operation repair.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesSanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No test kit for quarts sanitizer provide for 3 bay sink.
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 problemsStorage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)
Remove wooden pallets and non in use equipment from exterior grounds.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesHand Drying Provision (Pf)
No paper towel at hand wash sink provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker good until mid Nov. PIC stated that it will be cleaned in the next few weeks. 11-16-23 At this time PIC stated that the hood will be cleaned this week. Also the filters will need to be cleaned.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 22, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
PIC will need to provide sneeze guards at the buffet table in front of pastries.
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.
More about food not protected from contamination(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked eggs in warmer at 98F. PIC will discard and turn up the holding in the future.
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 temperatureNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean top of dishwasher of any build up.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker good until mid Nov. PIC stated that it will be cleaned in the next few weeks. 11-16-23 At this time PIC stated that the hood will be cleaned this week. Also the filters will need to be cleaned.
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.
More about building upkeep issues(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
High temperature dishwasher rinsed gauge not working properly. PIC tested the water temp and it was 180 at the plate. PIC will call to have repaired.
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 temperatureFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the wall behind the cooking line. Visibly soiled.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 16, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
PIC will need to provide sneeze guards at the buffet table in front of pastries.
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.
More about food not protected from contamination(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Cooked eggs in warmer at 98F. PIC will discard and turn up the holding in the future.
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 temperatureNonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean top of dishwasher of any build up.
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean hood filters on cooking line. Hood sticker good until mid Nov. PIC stated that it will be cleaned in the next few weeks.
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.
More about building upkeep issues(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
High temperature dishwasher rinsed gauge not working properly. PIC tested the water temp and it was 180 at the plate. PIC will call to have repaired.
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 temperatureFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the wall behind the cooking line. Visibly soiled.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 2, 2023 · Original Source