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Inspection
1 recorded violation
Documentation of Proposed Variance and Justification (Pf)
No documentation regarding a approved variance for evisceration of fish 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, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)
No food monitoring 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 temperatureGood Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Side of Ice Unit discolored 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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Cracked tile below ware washing sink replace.
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 issuesDocumentation of Proposed Variance and Justification (Pf)
No documentation regarding a approved variance for evisceration of fish 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, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)
No food monitoring 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 temperatureGood Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Side of Ice Unit discolored 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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Cracked tile below ware washing sink replace.
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 issuesDocumentation of Proposed Variance and Justification (Pf)
No documentation regarding a approved variance for evisceration of fish 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 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Observed worn/scored cutting board. Replace or resurface.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed soiled backsplash. Clean and sanitize the wall to the right of the ice machine. Top and bottom. Observed holes in the ceiling in the basement and stagnant water on the floor. Repair holes in the ceiling and remove stagnant water. Clean and organize basement and ensure all items are 6 inches off the floor and away from the wall.
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed black flys upstairs and in the basement. Contact licensed exterminator and provide detailed IPM report. Observed an electrical insect catching device located to the right of the front door. Remove.
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 insectsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed a strong odor coming from the dumpster. Ensure the dumpster is being clean and sanitize to remove any odors. Contact licensed trash company to replace dumpster if need be. Remove strong odor smell.
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, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Observed worn/scored cutting board. Replace or resurface.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed soiled backsplash. Clean and sanitize the wall to the right of the ice machine. Top and bottom. Observed holes in the ceiling in the basement and stagnant water on the floor. Repair holes in the ceiling and remove stagnant water. Clean and organize basement and ensure all items are 6 inches off the floor and away from the wall.
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed black flys upstairs and in the basement. Contact licensed exterminator and provide detailed IPM report. Observed an electrical insect catching device located to the right of the front door. Remove.
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 insectsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed a strong odor coming from the dumpster. Ensure the dumpster is being clean and sanitize to remove any odors. Contact licensed trash company to replace dumpster if need be. Remove strong odor smell.
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, Aug 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Observed worn/scored cutting board. Replace or resurface.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed soiled backsplash. Clean and sanitize the wall to the right of the ice machine. Top and bottom. Observed holes in the ceiling in the basement and stagnant water on the floor. Repair holes in the ceiling and remove stagnant water. Clean and organize basement and ensure all items are 6 inches off the floor and away from the wall.
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed black flys upstairs and in the basement. Contact licensed exterminator and provide detailed IPM report. Observed an electrical insect catching device located to the right of the front door. Remove.
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 insectsMaintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Observed a strong odor coming from the dumpster. Ensure the dumpster is being clean and sanitize to remove any odors. Contact licensed trash company to replace dumpster if need be. Remove strong odor smell.
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, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Observed wiping clothes being stored on the cutting board. Provide sanitizer buckets.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Plumber installed the air gap but was missing a part. Owner stated the plumber was coming back today to complete the job. Please email over a photo of the air gap after the job has been completed.
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 issuesSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
- Observed no air gap under the prep sink. Spoke to plumber on the phone and he stated that he would be out tonight to connect all the times listed above. Please provide invoices for all plumbing work prior to the re inspection.
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, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Observed wiping clothes being stored on the cutting board. Provide sanitizer buckets.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
- Observed no air gap under the prep sink. - Observed the main drain on the floor not draining. - Observed the ice machine not properly plumbed correctly. The water is drain out on the floor. - Hot water is temping at 75F. Please ensure the water is 100F. Spoke to plumber on the phone and he stated that he would be out tonight to connect all the times listed above. Please provide invoices for all plumbing work prior to the re inspection.
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 issuesFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Observed basement floor with 4 big holes. Owner stated that the post that were installed were pressure treated. They are replacing/adding steal post. Please provide invoice from contractor after the work has been completed in the basement and the floors have also been added and sealed.
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, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head. 9.9.24- ISD plumbing did not pass plumbing work.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. 9.9.24- Apply baseboards/vinyl wall base baseboards to ensure that the water is not getting in behind the wall behind the 3 bay and 2 bay sinks.
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, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head. 9.9.24- ISD plumbing did not pass plumbing work.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. 9.9.24- Apply baseboards/vinyl wall base baseboards to ensure that the water is not getting in behind the wall behind the 3 bay and 2 bay sinks.
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, Dec 11, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head. 9.9.24- ISD plumbing did not pass plumbing work.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. 9.9.24- Apply baseboards/vinyl wall base baseboards to ensure that the water is not getting in behind the wall behind the 3 bay and 2 bay sinks.
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, Sep 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head. 9.9.24- ISD plumbing did not pass plumbing work.
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 issuesMaintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean around the trash areas. Spray and wash down the dumpster to remove smell.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. 9.9.24- Apply baseboards/vinyl wall base baseboards to ensure that the water is not getting in behind the wall behind the 3 bay and 2 bay sinks.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back door and ensure that no day light is coming through the bottom of the door when the door is closed. Repair door to maintain a proper fit.
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, Sep 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head.
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 issuesMaintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean around the trash areas. Spray and wash down the dumpster to remove smell.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair wall behind all sinks to elimate water in the basement. Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. Observed water leaking down the wall in the basement.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back door and ensure that no day light is coming through the bottom of the door when the door is closed. Repair door to maintain a proper fit.
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, Aug 26, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed multiple pipes leaking in the basement. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leaking pipes. Provide invoice from a licensed plumber on company letter head.
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 issuesMaintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Clean around the trash areas. Spray and wash down the dumpster to remove smell.
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)
Clean and organize basement. Provide proper storage. All items should be stored 6 inches off the floor.
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair wall behind all sinks to elimate water in the basement. Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. Observed water leaking down the wall in the basement.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back door and ensure that no day light is coming through the bottom of the door when the door is closed. Repair door to maintain a proper fit.
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, Aug 19, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold- like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the vent in the bathroom. Clean to remove dust on vent.
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)
Observed card board being used under the floor mats. Remove all card board under shelving and under floor mats. Observed a silver lining being used in between the sink and the dry storage shelving. Remove silver lining. Provide smooth cleanable durable. Dispose of any white plastic boxes that are damaged. Clean and organize closet next to ice machine
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair wall behind all sinks to elimate water in the basement. Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. Observed water leaking down the wall in the basement.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back door and ensure that no day light is coming through the bottom of the door when the door is closed. Repair door to maintain a proper fit.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed rodent activity on the shelving underneath the cash register and under the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove rodent droppings. Observed a dead mouse on the bottom of the basement stairs. Remove. Observed flies upstairs and a fly strip hanging from the ceiling next to the walk in refrigeration unit. Remove fly strip. Contact a licensed plumber and provide a detailed IPM report. Remove stagnant water from the water to help prevent with rodent activity.
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 insectsIntensity-Lighting (C)
Provide lighting heading down to the basement.
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, Aug 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold- like substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the vent in the bathroom. Clean to remove dust on vent.
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)
Observed card board being used under the floor mats. Remove all card board under shelving and under floor mats. Observed a silver lining being used in between the sink and the dry storage shelving. Remove silver lining. Provide smooth cleanable durable. Dispose of any white plastic boxes that are damaged. Clean and organize closet next to ice machine
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 problemsFloor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)
Repair wall behind all sinks to elimate water in the basement. Repair floor and floor drain to ensure that water is not able to leak into the basement. Remove stagnant water from the floor to help prevent rodent activity. Observed water leaking down the wall in the basement.
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 issuesOuter Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back door and ensure that no day light is coming through the bottom of the door when the door is closed. Repair door to maintain a proper fit.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingIntensity-Lighting (C)
Provide lighting heading down to the basement.
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 issuesControlling Pests (Pf)
Observed rodent activity on the shelving underneath the cash register and under the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove rodent droppings. Observed a dead mouse on the bottom of the basement stairs. Remove. Observed flies upstairs and a fly strip hanging from the ceiling next to the walk in refrigeration unit. Remove fly strip. Contact a licensed plumber and provide a detailed IPM report. Remove stagnant water from the water to help prevent with rodent activity.
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, Jul 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No vomit and diarrhea kit onsite. Provide kit 1.23.24- PIC Ryan purchased the Vomit and Diarrhea kit today. Arriving on Thursday 1.25.24
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed water dripping down the inside of the basement wall. Observed a bucket on the shelf with water inside. Bucket was being used to catch the water leaking off the pipe. Contact licensed plumber to repair leak.
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)
Observed broken tiles at the front entrance. Repair tiles.
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 problemsWalls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Ceiling tiles are stained and soiled. Spoke to PIC and he is going to replace ceiling tiles with new tiles.
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, Jan 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No vomit and diarrhea kit onsite. Provide kit 1.23.24- PIC Ryan purchased the Vomit and Diarrhea kit today. Arriving on Thursday 1.25.24
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of the ice machine soiled with mold like substance. Clean to remove. Interior and exterior of the 3 door refrigerator heavily soiled. Clean to remove soil and debris.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed water dripping down the inside of the basement wall. Observed a bucket on the shelf with water inside. Bucket was being used to catch the water leaking off the pipe. Contact licensed plumber to repair leak.
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)
Observed broken tiles at the front entrance. Repair tiles.
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 problemsWalls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Ceiling tiles are stained and soiled. Spoke to PIC and he is going to replace ceiling tiles with new tiles.
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, Jan 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
5 recorded violations
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No vomit and diarrhea kit onsite. Provide kit
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of the ice machine soiled with mold like substance. Clean to remove. Interior and exterior of the 3 door refrigerator heavily soiled. Clean to remove soil and debris.
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 problemsSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Observed water dripping down the inside of the basement wall. Observed a bucket on the shelf with water inside. Bucket was being used to catch the water leaking off the pipe. Contact licensed plumber to repair leak.
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)
Observed broken tiles at the front entrance. Repair tiles.
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 problemsWalls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Ceiling tiles are stained and soiled. Spoke to PIC and he is going to replace ceiling tiles with new tiles.
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, Jan 9, 2024 · Original Source