Inspection
Aug 30, 2026
23 recorded violations
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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
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P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
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Multiple containers/ packaging of foods stored in cold unit observed missing covers. Provide to prevent contaminations
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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
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Raw chicken tenders observed store above cooked chicken fingers & chicken wings. Discontinue and store separate and as discussed during the inspection process
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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
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Observed multiple staff working cookline missing hair restraint. Provide
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This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
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Multiple food storage containers condiments containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
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Observed food dispensing utensils stored in stagnant room temperature water inside foods and on equipments. Discontinue
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
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Multiple wipping clothes observed piled on top of each other in the kitchen area. Discontinue & store as discussed
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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.
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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
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Multiple buckets of foods and condiments storage bins observed stored on the floor. Discontinue/Elevate
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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.
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Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
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Mop sink observed missing enclosure build inside the kitchen area. Provide effective enclosure
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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.
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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
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Large quantity of prepped foods observed missing date marking. Provide made/discarde date prior to storing. Per PIC foods were prepped earlier in the day today and last night
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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.
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Compliance with Food Law (P)
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Plantain observed stored in Brother's Mkt bag . Discontinue and purchase from wholeseller only. Discussed at the time of inspection with PIC
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Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
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Observed kitchen equipments lined up with aluminum foils & cardboard. Discontinue
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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.
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Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
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Hood filters & attachements observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires 9.15.26
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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.
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Cutting Surfaces (C)
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Cutting boards observed stained. Clean to remove
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
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Interior of multiple cold holding/ walkin/ chest freezer observed in need of deep cleaning warewashing equipments backsplash cookline multiple prep table exterior of rice cooker interior of microwave observed visible soiled from dry food spill & encrust. Clean & snaitize to remove
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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.
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Backflow Prevention (P)
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2 bay sink on site observed direct to waste. Missing air gap. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of an air gap.
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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.
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Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
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Restroom receptacle observed missing cover. Provide
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
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Floor throughout the facility observed in need of deep cleaning from visible soils build up grease build up and loose debris. Clean to remove
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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.
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Outer Openings Protected (C)
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Backdoor observed missing door sweep/ daylight observed visible under the door. Install effective door sweep to prevent pest access
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Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (C)
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Multiple employee belongings (foods/drinks) observed stored next to sales items. Discontinue and designate an employee area
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This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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Controlling Pests (Pf)
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Mice droppings observed in the stairway leading downstairs. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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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.
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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
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Establishment observed heavily clutter and unorganized . Clean & organize to remove
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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.
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Drying Mops (C)
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Soiled mop observed stored in stagnant soiled water. Discontinue
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