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The full inspection history
10 inspections
Inspection
Jun 3, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
*** Air gap was installed . Permit was pulled and provided via email to inspector. (5.28.26) Waiting on final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
In plain English
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 28, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
*** Air gap was installed . Permit was pulled and provided via email to inspector. (5.28.26) Waiting on final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
In plain English
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.
IPM report was provided and show activity. Since exterminator services the site on a weekly basis per PIC PIC to provide additional IPM report
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, May 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 14, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
21 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to porvide procedure & kit for V&D clean up. Provive. Procedure will be provided to the operator via email
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.
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and 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.
Mop sink observed not enclosed. Open to the warewashing area. Provide enclosure 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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Mash potato caramelized onion stored in cold unit observed missing date marking. Provide made/discard before storing.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Asterisks observed missing from both the online & paper menu for the foods offered undercooked. Provide asterisks to the pertaining menu items.
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.
Hood vent & attachments observed soiled. 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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temp diswasher reading 00ppm . Repair to read per regulation PIC to discontinue using the diswasher until repair is done. Staff to use 3 bay sink for all warewashing
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Interior low temp dishwasher downstairs observed with slime build up 3 bay sink backsplash observed with black substances build up. 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.
3 handsink on site (kitchen warewashing coffe bar) observed dispensing only cold water @ 54F . Repair to dispense minimum 100F
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.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in process (5.14.26) *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
In plain English
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.
Warewashin handsink hot water fauced observed not dispensing water. Repair
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 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
In plain English
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the warewashing area observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible grease spills. 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.
Warewashing are hansink observed without soap. Provide to encourage handwashing
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.
IPM report was provided and show activity. Since exterminator services the site on a weekly basis per PIC PIC to provide additional IPM report
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.
Multiple small flies observed in the warewashing area multiple oriental cockroaches observed in the glue trap in the warewashing & mechanical room. IPM report was provided and show activity. Exterminator services the site on a weekly basis per PIC
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker observed expired 5.10.26. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 13, 2026
Failed
19 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to porvide procedure & kit for V&D clean up. Provive. Procedure will be provided to the operator via email
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.
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and 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.
Mop sink observed not enclosed. Open to the warewashing area. Provide enclosure 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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Mash potato caramelized onion stored in cold unit observed missing date marking. Provide made/discard before storing.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Asterisks observed missing from both the online & paper menu for the foods offered undercooked. Provide asterisks to the pertaining menu items.
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.
Hood vent & attachments observed soiled. 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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temp diswasher reading 00ppm . Repair to read per regulation PIC to discontinue using the diswasher until repair is done. Staff to use 3 bay sink for all warewashing
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Interior low temp dishwasher downstairs observed with slime build up 3 bay sink backsplash observed with black substances build up. 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.
3 handsink on site (kitchen warewashing coffe bar) observed dispensing only cold water @ 54F . Repair to dispense minimum 100F
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.
Warewashin handsink hot water fauced observed not dispensing water. Repair
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 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep sink observed missing air gap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
In plain English
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the warewashing area observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible grease spills. 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.
Warewashing are hansink observed without soap. Provide to encourage handwashing
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.
Multiple small flies observed in the warewashing area multiple oriental cockroaches observed in the glue trap in the warewashing & mechanical room. IPM report was provided and show activity. Exterminator services the site on a weekly basis per PIC
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood sticker observed expired 5.10.26. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 16, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 5, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther
Official wording
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed "pets / dogs " being allowed to enter the establishment - discontinue practices - post signage by the front door stating " Sevice Animals Only " no pets allowed per City of Boston Health Department "
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, Sep 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 28, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther
Official wording
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed "pets / dogs " being allowed to enter the establishment - discontinue practices - post signage by the front door stating " Sevice Animals Only " no pets allowed per City of Boston Health Department "
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, Aug 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 13, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 13, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 19, 2024
Report filed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-301.13-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Drain boards (C)
Inspector’s notes
Enlarge the area for slotted shelving to be added in the designated ware washing area so that large pots and pans can properly air dry
In plain English
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.
Ensure all designated hand sinks are clearly and properly identied with signage stating " Hand Washing Only "
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all equipment - pots pans plates and utensils not affiliated with the business in the basement [ previous owner left several items that are scheduled to be removed shortly ] Address as we discussed
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.