SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
13 inspections
Inspection
Jul 1, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
In the basement along the back wall window ledge observed a live rodent on a glue trap a deceased rodent inside a bait box inside of the electrical closet on the floor observed a deceased rodent observed gnawed insulation on tops of surfaces where below where there are holes in the basement ceilings a pest control report from 6-25-2026 states that there was no activity and no evidence. The person in charge called their maintenance person to seal the observed holes and called Ecolab to perform an emergency service at the restaurant who is normally at the restaurant once a week for service. After your pest control operator peforms their service provide the IPM report seal any gaps holes or entry points and dispose of the captured or deceased rodents.
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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2026
Voluntarily closed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
In the basement along the back wall window ledge observed a live rodent on a glue trap a deceased rodent inside a bait box inside of the electrical closet on the floor observed a deceased rodent observed gnawed insulation on tops of surfaces where below where there are holes in the basement ceilings a pest control report from 6-25-2026 states that there was no activity and no evidence. The person in charge called their maintenance person to seal the observed holes and called Ecolab to perform an emergency service at the restaurant who is normally at the restaurant once a week for service. After your pest control operator peforms their service provide the IPM report seal any gaps holes or entry points and dispose of the captured or deceased rodents.
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.
Several repair/sealing issues pointed out in the IPM report from ECOLAB. Perform neccessary work to correct them
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.
IPM report pointed out to some rodent activity at Electrical Room. Continue the neccessary work to eleminate it.
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.
Several repair/sealing issues pointed out in the IPM report from ECOLAB. Perform neccessary work to correct them
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.
IPM report pointed out to some rodent activity at Electrical Room. Continue the neccessary work to eleminate it.
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.
Door Sweep damaged at the edge (described also in IPM report). 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.
Observed some old rodent-like droppings at lower level. Some rat-like droppings at outside alley. Provide a new IPM report by a licensed exterminator.
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, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 27, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 24, 2026
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s notes
In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide.
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.
Observed excessive numbers of large dark rodent droppings in the basement: in the nook directly at the bottom left of the stairs inside the drop ceiling and behind tables in storage as well as inside the closet of the mop closet. The provided pest control report from 12-20-2025 did not indicate any pest activity in the store but notes there are several structural repairs that should be completed to prevent pest entry. On 1-22-2026 the Health Inspector observed evidence of pest activity in the basement. Clean and sanitize the areas of the droppings and have your pest control operator perform a service before the scheduled reinspection and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov
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
In the basement there are holes in some of the ceiling tiles as well as missing ceiling tiles; repair or replaces the ceiling tiles. In the main kitchen several areas of the floor have low grout lines that is allowing excessive water to pool into the cavities; repair or replace the grout lines in the main kitchen area. In the mop closet next to the restroom there is a hole in the wall; repair or replace the drywall.
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.
criticalCode 590.014/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)
Inspector’s notes
Per discussion with Principal Health Inspector Tracy Seneschal an imminent health hazard is present in this location in the form of a pest infestation.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 22, 2026
Voluntarily closed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s notes
In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide.
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.
Observed excessive numbers of large dark rodent droppings in the basement: in the nook directly at the bottom left of the stairs inside the drop ceiling and behind tables in storage as well as inside the closet of the mop closet. The provided pest control report from 12-20-2025 did not indicate any pest activity in the store but notes there are several structural repairs that should be completed to prevent pest entry. On 1-22-2026 the Health Inspector observed evidence of pest activity in the basement. Clean and sanitize the areas of the droppings and have your pest control operator perform a service before the scheduled reinspection and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov
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
In the basement there are holes in some of the ceiling tiles as well as missing ceiling tiles; repair or replaces the ceiling tiles. In the main kitchen several areas of the floor have low grout lines that is allowing excessive water to pool into the cavities; repair or replace the grout lines in the main kitchen area. In the mop closet next to the restroom there is a hole in the wall; repair or replace the drywall.
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.
criticalCode 590.014/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)
Inspector’s notes
Per discussion with Principal Health Inspector Tracy Seneschal an imminent health hazard is present in this location in the form of a pest infestation.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 20, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate shake listed on the most recent lab report was not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested and forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC states that the machine is cleaned weekly
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, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 13, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate shake listed on the most recent lab report was not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested and forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC states that the machine is cleaned weekly
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, Jun 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 28, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Inspector’s notes
Light shield missing at the 3 bay sink- 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
An area of the ceiling in the lower level has a stained tile- 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.