Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
299 Hancock St
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Inspection
1 recorded violation
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Screen at back door torn. Gap under screen door. Repair screen and install door sweep to prevent pests from entering.
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, Jul 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Damaged tiles and missing grout on floor at warewashing. Repair as needed for smooth cleanable surface.
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, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Provide additional pest control service.
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 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Provide additional pest control service.
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)
Remove clutter of non-use equipment from basement area and maintain.
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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Repair all openings in the ceiling through out basement area including boiler room.
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, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed evidence mice droppings on floor at basement area near equipment storage shelving provide a current detailed pest control report. Clean and sanitize area.
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)
Remove clutter of non-use equipment from basement area and maintain.
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 issuesRepairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Repair all openings in the ceiling through out basement area including boiler room.
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, Jun 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
16 recorded violations
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Must designate a knowledgeable PIC all operational hours. PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on all violations noted on the inspection report.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingStorage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Observed peeled sweet potato stored in stagnant water. Discontinue
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingIn-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed single serving plastic container being used to dispense sazon sauce out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
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 issuesFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Multiple cases of food items observed stored inside walking cooler on the floor and box of food items observed stored on the floor in the basement area. Discontinue and elevate
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 contaminationCooling (P)
Cold holding: chopped romaine lettuce 51F sliced cucumber 48F prep 15 minutes before stored in the open case refrigeration unit. Advise PIC to cool down the products after prep to 41F below before serving.
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 temperatureReady-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Several containers off prep foods stored in various refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Provide made/ discard date Per PIC foods were prep the night before 4.17.25 and today 4.18.25
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 temperatureFood Labels (Pf)
Individually packed dessert containers and multiple juice jugs stored in the refrigeration unit observed without label. Provide Multiple squeeze bottles and bulk bins observed without lablels . Label if removed from original package
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 problemsSponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed staff using yellow sponge to clean dishes and food contact equipments. Discontinue.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood vent observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires: 7.1.25
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 issuesTemperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide an irreversible thermometer for the high temp diswasher. 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 temperatureCutting Surfaces (C)
Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior and exterior of microwave hot holding unit in the kitchen in between equipments interior of 3 door freezer cooking range backsplash interior and exterior of toaster exterior of blender observed soiled by dry food encrust visible food spills and heavy ice build up. Clean and sanitize to remove.
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 problemsBackflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the prep sink direct to waste. PIC to install airgap or request a variance and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Kichen main hand sink observed blocked by trash can . Discontinue and maintain accessible to provide contamination by hands. (Corrected on site). Observed additional handwashing during the inspection
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple mice droppings observed downstairs in the basement storage area. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report to: inca.prince@bosto.gov
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)
Basement area observed heavily clutter by equipments boxes decor. Clean and organize to remove.
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 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
16 recorded violations
Cutting Surfaces (C)
Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Must designate a knowledgeable PIC all operational hours. PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on all violations noted on the inspection report.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingStorage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Observed peeled sweet potato stored in stagnant water. Discontinue
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingIn-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed single serving plastic container being used to dispense sazon sauce out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
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 issuesFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Multiple cases of food items observed stored inside walking cooler on the floor and box of food items observed stored on the floor in the basement area. Discontinue and elevate
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 contaminationCooling (P)
Cold holding: chopped romaine lettuce 51F sliced cucumber 48F prep 15 minutes before stored in the open case refrigeration unit. Advise PIC to cool down the products after prep to 41F below before serving.
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 temperatureReady-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Several containers off prep foods stored in various refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Provide made/ discard date Per PIC foods were prep the night before 4.17.25 and today 4.18.25
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 temperatureFood Labels (Pf)
Individually packed dessert containers and multiple juice jugs stored in the refrigeration unit observed without label. Provide Multiple squeeze bottles and bulk bins observed without lablels . Label if removed from original package
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 problemsSponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed staff using yellow sponge to clean dishes and food contact equipments. Discontinue.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood vent observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires: 7.1.25
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 issuesTemperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide an irreversible thermometer for the high temp diswasher. 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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior and exterior of microwave hot holding unit in the kitchen in between equipments interior of 3 door freezer cooking range backsplash interior and exterior of toaster exterior of blender observed soiled by dry food encrust visible food spills and heavy ice build up. Clean and sanitize to remove.
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 problemsBackflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the prep sink direct to waste. PIC to install airgap or request a variance and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Kichen main hand sink observed blocked by trash can . Discontinue and maintain accessible to provide contamination by hands. (Corrected on site). Observed additional handwashing during the inspection
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 problemsControlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple mice droppings observed downstairs in the basement storage area. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report to: inca.prince@bosto.gov
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)
Basement area observed heavily clutter by equipments boxes decor. Clean and organize to remove.
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 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Seal barewood shelving at basement 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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Repair openings in the ceiling at the basement.
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 problemsWall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean floor below dry storage shelving at the basement area.
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 26, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Seal barewood shelving at basement 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 problemsFloors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Repair openings in the ceiling at the basement.
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 problemsWall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean floor below dry storage shelving at the basement area.
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 19, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Several squeeze bottles filled with sauce and dressings have no labels. Provide.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Single door upright freezer with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
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 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source