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Namastay Boston

636 Beacon St

Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

8 inspections

Inspection

Apr 24, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination

Official wording

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment has a buffet in the dining room that is missing a food guard. Also observed food items (sauces in stainless steal containers stored over ice) tomatoes onions being stored on a table left of the buffet with no protection. Provide protection. 04/04/2026 PIC has placed an order for a food guard for the buffet unit.will be install next week by thursday

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 contamination
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed one prep sink with air gap. This sink is connected to a 2 bay sink which is labeled as prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 Mass Ave. Plumbing inspector must approve before health can approve this report. Photo taken. 04/04/2026 no air gap observed on the two- bay prep sink.Provide. Use a colander until properly plumbed/ Failed with extentsion per ISD managemnt ( Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected)

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 4, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

17 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite. Provide- List of supplies and procedures will be sent over with this report.

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
criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination

Official wording

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment has a buffet in the dining room that is missing a food guard. Also observed food items (sauces in stainless steal containers stored over ice) tomatoes onions being stored on a table left of the buffet with no protection. Provide protection. 04/04/2026 PIC has placed an order for a food guard for the buffet unit.will be install next week by thursday

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 contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items sauces- 49F vegetables 58F not being properly stored. Cut vegetables in a bowl on the table and sauces being stored in a stainless steal container over ice. Discontinue until cold holding unit is provided and food items at held at 41F or below.

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 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature

Official wording

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment has a buffet table in the dining area. Chicken- 95F Rice 111F. PIC removed both food items and sent it back to the kitchen to reheat. Chicken- 172F Rice- 182F. Ensure staff is taking temperatures of the food- 135F or above. The rest of the food was compliant. Spoke to the PIC about the temperature knobs underneath the unit. Ensure that the knob set at the correct temperature and the staff is trained on this unit.

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 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No consumer advisory on the menu. Provide consumer advisory and allergen verbiage.

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

Ran the low temp dishmachine and tested the sanitizer. No sanitizer running through the machine. At the time of the inspection I educated the PIC on how to prime the machine. After priming the sanitizer the test strips 100ppm. Ensure staff is trained properly on this machine. 120 Wash/120 Rinse and testing the machine with the test strips to ensure proper PH levels.

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled kitchen equipment. Exterior and interior of the flip top shelving over the flip top stove prep table top and bottom the top of the coffin freezer. Clean and sanitize ALL kitchen equipment to remove soil and debris. Observed soiled hand sinks throughout the kitchen. Clean and sanitize.

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
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed 3 water leaks under the 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair water leak under 3 bay sink. Provide invoice from licensed plumber.

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 issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed one prep sink with air gap. This sink is connected to a 2 bay sink which is labeled as prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 Mass Ave. Plumbing inspector must approve before health can approve this report. Photo taken. 04/04/2026 no air gap observed on the two- bay prep sink.Provide. Use a colander until properly plumbed/ Failed with extentsion per ISD managemnt ( Please provide a plumbers report and a permit to do work will need to be pulled so it can be inspected)

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled floors throughout the kitchen. Clean under ice machine in dry storage area mop closet under stove and all cooking equipment. Equipment needs to be removed from the wall and floor need to be degreased and cleaned throughout the kitchen. Observed soiled walls behind the 3 bay sink dishmachine and HEAVY GREASE build up behind cooking equipment. Clean to remove all soil and grease build up. Remove all boxes being stored on the ground. Properly store items 6 inches off floor. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. 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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No hand soap in the womens bathroom and at the hand sink next to the ice machine. Provide soap.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No means to dry hands at the hand sink next to the ice machine. Provide means to dry hands.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed rat dropping inside the closet to the left of the front door. Observed chewed door. Photo taken. The PIC was able to provide Dec 2025 pest report. He stated this was the last service. Please consult with a licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. Please email over pest reports to the email provided.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed worn grout lines under the prep sink. Regrout to prevent water and food debris from accumulating and stagnating.

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 issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker expired OCT 2025. Photo Taken. Contact hood company to clean and update sticker.

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 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled toliet and hand sink in the womens bath room. Clean and sanitize Observed both ceiling vent covers with debris inside. Clean to remove.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

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, Apr 4, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 2, 2026

Voluntarily closed

17 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No vomit & diarrhea kit onsite. Provide- List of supplies and procedures will be sent over with this report.

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
criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination

Official wording

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment has a buffet in the dining room that is missing a food guard. Also observed food items (sauces in stainless steal containers stored over ice) tomatoes onions being stored on a table left of the buffet with no protection. Provide protection.

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 contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items sauces- 49F vegetables 58F not being properly stored. Cut vegetables in a bowl on the table and sauces being stored in a stainless steal container over ice. Discontinue until cold holding unit is provided and food items at held at 41F or below.

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 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature

Official wording

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Establishment has a buffet table in the dining area. Chicken- 95F Rice 111F. PIC removed both food items and sent it back to the kitchen to reheat. Chicken- 172F Rice- 182F. Ensure staff is taking temperatures of the food- 135F or above. The rest of the food was compliant. Spoke to the PIC about the temperature knobs underneath the unit. Ensure that the knob set at the correct temperature and the staff is trained on this unit.

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 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No consumer advisory on the menu. Provide consumer advisory and allergen verbiage.

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

Ran the low temp dishmachine and tested the sanitizer. No sanitizer running through the machine. At the time of the inspection I educated the PIC on how to prime the machine. After priming the sanitizer the test strips 100ppm. Ensure staff is trained properly on this machine. 120 Wash/120 Rinse and testing the machine with the test strips to ensure proper PH levels.

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled kitchen equipment. Exterior and interior of the flip top shelving over the flip top stove prep table top and bottom the top of the coffin freezer. Clean and sanitize ALL kitchen equipment to remove soil and debris. Observed soiled hand sinks throughout the kitchen. Clean and sanitize.

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
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed 3 water leaks under the 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair water leak under 3 bay sink. Provide invoice from licensed plumber.

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 issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed one prep sink with air gap. This sink is connected to a 2 bay sink which is labeled as prep sink. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 Mass Ave. Plumbing inspector must approve before health can approve this report. Photo taken.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled floors throughout the kitchen. Clean under ice machine in dry storage area mop closet under stove and all cooking equipment. Equipment needs to be removed from the wall and floor need to be degreased and cleaned throughout the kitchen. Observed soiled walls behind the 3 bay sink dishmachine and HEAVY GREASE build up behind cooking equipment. Clean to remove all soil and grease build up. Remove all boxes being stored on the ground. Properly store items 6 inches off floor. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. 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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No hand soap in the womens bathroom and at the hand sink next to the ice machine. Provide soap.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No means to dry hands at the hand sink next to the ice machine. Provide means to dry hands.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed rat dropping inside the closet to the left of the front door. Observed chewed door. Photo taken. The PIC was able to provide Dec 2025 pest report. He stated this was the last service. Please consult with a licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. Please email over pest reports to the email provided.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed worn grout lines under the prep sink. Regrout to prevent water and food debris from accumulating and stagnating.

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 issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood sticker expired OCT 2025. Photo Taken. Contact hood company to clean and update sticker.

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 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled toliet and hand sink in the womens bath room. Clean and sanitize Observed both ceiling vent covers with debris inside. Clean to remove.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

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, Apr 2, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 26, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Pest report dated 11.13.25 from Clancy Bros. Pest control states " 0704 is the lockbox code. Monthly IPM service for general pest management services. Monthly service for general pest management services. Inspected all rtu bait stations for rodent activity found minor activity in the kitchen area replaced bait as needed for continued rodent control. Also placed cockroach bait gel in all conducive areas for the control of cockroaches. Placed a few monitoring stations in the storage area. Sanitation is a problem need to be cleaned better in the kitchen area. Also inspected exterior stations for rodent activity found minimal activity on all 3 evos replaced bait as needed for continued rodent control." Address all open conditions listed on report. Cleaning concerns in kitchen appear to have been addressed. Provide updated pest report upon re inspection. Business does not use nieghboring basement storage space.

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 26, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 19, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous prepared foods in flip top holding at 60F. All product in unit was voluntarily discarded.

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 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of food in walk in cooler not labeled. Provide.

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 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Flip top unit at cookline holding at 60F. Make all necessary repairs. Alternative means of refrigeration in walk in cooler and additional reach in units holding at below 41F.

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

Low temp dish machine not registering chlorine sanitizer when tested sanitizer found empty. Corrected on site. All wares washed in unit re washed to be sanitized.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sweep around dumpsters with visible debris.

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 issues
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Waste oil receptacle with soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container. Clean areas around container.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Pest report dated 11.13.25 from Clancy Bros. Pest control states " 0704 is the lockbox code. Monthly IPM service for general pest management services. Monthly service for general pest management services. Inspected all rtu bait stations for rodent activity found minor activity in the kitchen area replaced bait as needed for continued rodent control. Also placed cockroach bait gel in all conducive areas for the control of cockroaches. Placed a few monitoring stations in the storage area. Sanitation is a problem need to be cleaned better in the kitchen area. Also inspected exterior stations for rodent activity found minimal activity on all 3 evos replaced bait as needed for continued rodent control." Address all open conditions listed on report. Cleaning concerns in kitchen appear to have been addressed. Provide updated pest report upon re inspection. Business does not use nieghboring basement storage space.

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 12, 2025

Failed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous prepared foods in flip top holding at 60F. All product in unit was voluntarily discarded.

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 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of food in walk in cooler not labeled. Provide.

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 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Flip top unit at cookline holding at 60F. Make all necessary repairs. Alternative means of refrigeration in walk in cooler and additional reach in units holding at below 41F.

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

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

Inspector’s notes

Low temp dish machine not registering chlorine sanitizer when tested sanitizer found empty. Corrected on site. All wares washed in unit re washed to be sanitized.

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
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

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Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sweep around dumpsters with visible debris.

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 issues
minorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Waste oil receptacle with soils. Clean to remove or contact company for replacement container. Clean areas around container.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Dumpster area with what appears to be rodent droppings around dumpsters. Clean and sanitize. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection. Recent pest report provided upon inspection dated 10/20/25 states "rodent urine" odor in storage area. Address.

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 12, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 23, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

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Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food prep sink in kitchen does not have an indirect to waste drain with no space in drain pipe. Consult plumber to intall. Ensure all proper permits pulled with ISD plumbing division.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Grout voids on floor near prep sink. Clean and re grout floor tiles where needed.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

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Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Front door missing door sweep. Install pest proof door sweep.

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, Sep 23, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 22, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Food prep sink in kitchen does not have an indirect to waste drain with no space in drain pipe. Consult plumber to intall. Ensure all proper permits pulled with ISD plumbing division.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Grout voids on floor near prep sink. Clean and re grout floor tiles where needed.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Front door missing door sweep. Install pest proof door sweep.

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, Sep 22, 2025 · Original Source

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