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Mistral

221 Columbus Av

Last inspected Aug 27, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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9 inspections

Inspection

Aug 27, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food containers with no labeling- Provide

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temperature dishwasher with a rinse temperature of 170F- Machine was run several times Ecolab on site prior to the end of the inspection and corrected

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
majorCode 590.004/4-501.114-PFChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer from an automated dispenser reading 0ppm. Manually set up and calibrate dispenser prior to use to maintain sanitizer at 200-400ppm. Corrected during inspection and testing at 300ppm

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 20, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food containers with no labeling- Provide

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temperature dishwasher with a rinse temperature of 170F- Machine was run several times Ecolab on site prior to the end of the inspection and corrected

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
majorCode 590.004/4-501.114-PFChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer from an automated dispenser reading 0ppm. Manually set up and calibrate dispenser prior to use to maintain sanitizer at 200-400ppm. Corrected during inspection and testing at 300ppm

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 1, 2026

Passed

9 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther

Official wording

When to Wash (P)

Inspector’s notes

During rush hour minimum handwashing observed while switching tasks. Discussed at the time of inspection. PIC to monitor hanwashing during rush hour to prevent cross contamination/ contamination by hand.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several condiment containers at the cookline & table observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original contianers

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food dispensing and in use utensils observed stored in stagnant water and equipmenets. Discontinue (cos)

In plain English

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 issues
criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed staff using 1 single gloves between task due to rush hour. Discussed at the time of inspection with PIC

In plain English

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

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criticalCode 590.003/3-401.11-PFood temperature

Official wording

Raw Animal Foods-Cooking (P)

Inspector’s notes

Final cooking temperature off halibut 127F-202F. Discussed at the time of inspection with PIC & chef the importance of cooking fish to an internal temperature of 145F to kill parasites.

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
criticalCode 590.004/4-501.114-PChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen low temp dishwasher observed sanitizer observed reading 00ppm. After multiple attempts 60ppm chlorine . PIC to monitor & train staff . (cos)

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Bar handwashing sink observed blocked by strainer and mix cup kitchen handwashing sink observed with portioned cup stored inside. Discontinue & maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands (cos)

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 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Door leading to downstairs storage area observed missing effective door sweep. Install 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 23, 2026

Failed

9 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther

Official wording

When to Wash (P)

Inspector’s notes

During rush hour minimum handwashing observed while switching tasks. Discussed at the time of inspection. PIC to monitor hanwashing during rush hour to prevent cross contamination/ contamination by hand.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several condiment containers at the cookline & table observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original contianers

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food dispensing and in use utensils observed stored in stagnant water and equipmenets. Discontinue (cos)

In plain English

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 issues
criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed staff using 1 single gloves between task due to rush hour. Discussed at the time of inspection with PIC

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-401.11-PFood temperature

Official wording

Raw Animal Foods-Cooking (P)

Inspector’s notes

Final cooking temperature off halibut 127F-202F. Discussed at the time of inspection with PIC & chef the importance of cooking fish to an internal temperature of 145F to kill parasites.

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
criticalCode 590.004/4-501.114-PChemicals

Official wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Kitchen low temp dishwasher observed sanitizer observed reading 00ppm. After multiple attempts 60ppm chlorine . PIC to monitor & train staff . (cos)

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Bar handwashing sink observed blocked by strainer and mix cup kitchen handwashing sink observed with portioned cup stored inside. Discontinue & maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands (cos)

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 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Door leading to downstairs storage area observed missing effective door sweep. Install 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 24, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature

Official wording

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine rinse guage reading 160F.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Wash temp 150F Disk reading 160F

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 8, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature

Official wording

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine rinse guage reading 160F.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Wash temp 150F Disk reading 160F

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 29, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 29, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 1, 2024

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the interiors of the bar reach in refrigeration units to remove soils & spills.

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 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floors under/around the cook line & dish machine to remove soils & debris

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 1, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

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