Inspection
Jun 18, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multipes boxes of food itmes stored on the ground in small walk-in cooler near the restroom/ Discontinue stored all itmes 6 inch of the ground to prevent contamination
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw whole chicken and frozen fish offered for retail sale without proper labeling. Provide Labels with comomon name of the food and required retail labeling information
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy built up of debris and evidence of rodent droppings on fthe loor throughout the establishment. 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 problemsOfficial wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of mouse dropping were observed in multiple locations on shelving in the snack display area beneath packaged food products inside boxes with pasta and chips on the sheving storing tea chips and cat/dog food as well as on the floor. Clean and sanitize the area to remove/ Provide IPM report to keila.depina@boston.gov Provide full extermination and IPM report from licensed exterminator prior to reopening Reports must identify pests and conditions of the findings in your establishment. The report must identify exact locations of all conditions and course of action to correct deficiencies. The following procedures must be provided by your Licensed Pest Control Operator (Exterminator): *****recommmend to increase services until the situation is brought under control(no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Unnecesssary items and clutter were stored in rear area near the exit door obstructing emergency egress. Additional Clutter was observed behing the chips shelving. clean to remove
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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