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
Jul 14, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
CFPM certificate expired.Renew
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 8, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
CFPM certificate expired.Renew
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted front hand sink blocked by boxes in the front.Remove to provide easy access to wash hands.
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.
Noted no hand Washing signs at the han washing sink on front counter and near the 3 bay sink.Provide
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted a light shield missing near the prep area in the kitchen.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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted visible dust on the ceiling around the air vents.Clean with frequency
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.
Observed sanitizer measured more than 100PPM with the sanitizer strip.Provide sanitizer to be at 50-100PPM
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 1, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
CFPM and Allergen certificate expired.Renew
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Noted front hand sink blocked by boxes in the front.Remove to provide easy access to wash hands.
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.
Noted no hand Washing signs at the han washing sink on front counter and near the 3 bay sink.Provide
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted a light shield missing near the prep area in the kitchen.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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Noted visible dust on the ceiling around the air vents.Clean with frequency
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.
Observed sanitizer measured more than 100PPM with the sanitizer strip.Provide sanitizer to be at 50-100PPM
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood baffles with heavy grease build up 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 7, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood baffles with heavy grease build up 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 22, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 9, 2023
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed empty bottles sanitizer buckets and scrubbing brushes inside handsink. Remove and sanitize area. Discontinue utilizing the handsink for purposes other then 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.
Observed missing handsoap at handsink near 3 bay sink. Provide at all times.
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 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Handsink heavily soiled near 3 compartment sink. Clean to remove all soils and debris
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, Nov 9, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 2, 2023
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed empty bottles sanitizer buckets and scrubbing brushes inside handsink. Remove and sanitize area. Discontinue utilizing the handsink for purposes other then 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.
Observed missing handsoap at handsink near 3 bay sink. Provide at all times.
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 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s notes
Handsink heavily soiled near 3 compartment sink. Clean to remove all soils and debris
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.