Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
13 inspections
Inspection
Mar 30, 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
Facility observed without a prep sink . Per PIC produce/vegetables gets rinse in the middle compartment of 3 bay sink. PIC to provide report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of a prep sink with airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in progress per PIC (3.17.26)
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, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 17, 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
PIC unable to provide a Certified Food protection manager certification. Post current CFPM/ ServSafe Certificate (2.25.26) Per PIC he registered to take the class/exam 3.9.26
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.
Hood vent filters observed with heavily soiled with grease and dust build up. Clean to remove 2.25.26
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 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s notes
Facility observed without a prep sink . Per PIC produce/vegetables gets rinse in the middle compartment of 3 bay sink. PIC to provide report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of a prep sink with airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in progress per PIC (3.17.26)
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Facility observed without a prep sink . Per PIC produce/vegetables gets rinse in the middle compartment of 3 bay sink. PIC to provide detailed ps report from a licensed plumber on the install of a prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in progress per PIC (2.25.26)
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both hood sticker on site observed expired 9.20.25 and 12.20.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company
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, Mar 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 25, 2026
Failed
25 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed staff working with RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide
In plain English
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.
At time of inspection PIC was unable to demonstrate or answer questions regarding food safety due to no staff on duty and PIC was working on a big catering order.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a Certified Food protection manager certification. Post current CFPM/ ServSafe Certificate (2.25.26) Per PIC he registered to take the class/exam 3.9.26
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.
Priority violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and to 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.
Green onion english cucumber stored in the walking observed spoiled. Discard Tuna salad cooked broccoli observed stored on top of recycle bin. Discontinue/ voluntarily discard by PIC Oil in the fryolator observed heavily discolored. Discard Observed bread stored on the chair. Discontinue
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.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bag of Samolina flour and others boxes of food items observed stored on the floor in the basement area. Discontinue/ Elevate.
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.
Package of cigarette observed stored on food prepped table. Discontinue Employee socks observed stored on top food storage bulk bin. Dicontinue Recycle bin observed stored inside the kitchen area. Discontinue
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Tuna salad 58F cooked brocccoli 48F stored at room temperature. PIC to review cold holding and train staff. (cos)
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several containers of prepped/ cooked foods observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date after prep/ before storing Per PIC foods were prepped the night before
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 filters observed with heavily soiled with grease and dust build up. Clean to remove 2.25.26
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a test kit to measure sanitzer solution concentration. Provide Inspector test strips was used to record the sanitizer concentration
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.
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
Flat grill observed with carbon build up in between equipments observed with grease build up interior and exterior of several cold holding refrigerator /cold holding drawer innterior and exterior of microwave observed soiled from visible dry food spills dry food encrusted. Clean and sanitize 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen area handsink observed blocked by a chair. Discontinue maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only. PIC to monitor handwashing. (cos)
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.
Ac unit excess water observed dispensing inside warewashing handsink. Repair to dispense accordingly
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
Facility observed without a prep sink . Per PIC produce/vegetables gets rinse in the middle compartment of 3 bay sink. PIC to provide detailed ps report from a licensed plumber on the install of a prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report in progress per PIC (2.25.26)
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 throughout the facility including under equipments inside walkin cooler observed in need of deep cleaning. 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 handsink observed without soap. Provide and maintain. (no warewashing taken place during the inspection)
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.
Warewashing handwashing sink observed without employee handwashing sign. 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Basement storage area observed heavily clutter from excess old furniture and unorganized . Clean and organize
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both hood sticker on site observed expired 9.20.25 and 12.20.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company
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, Feb 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 18, 2026
Failed
25 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed staff working with RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide
In plain English
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.
At time of inspection PIC was unable to demonstrate or answer questions regarding food safety due to no staff on duty and PIC was working on a big catering order.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a Certified Food protection manager certification. Post current CFPM/ ServSafe Certificate
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.
Priority violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and to 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.
Green onion english cucumber stored in the walking observed spoiled. Discard Tuna salad cooked broccoli observed stored on top of recycle bin. Discontinue/ voluntarily discard by PIC Oil in the fryolator observed heavily discolored. Discard Observed bread stored on the chair. Discontinue
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.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bag of Samolina flour and others boxes of food items observed stored on the floor in the basement area. Discontinue/ Elevate.
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.
Package of cigarette observed stored on food prepped table. Discontinue Employee socks observed stored on top food storage bulk bin. Dicontinue Recycle bin observed stored inside the kitchen area. Discontinue
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Tuna salad 58F cooked brocccoli 48F stored at room temperature. PIC to review cold holding and train staff. (cos)
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several containers of prepped/ cooked foods observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date after prep/ before storing Per PIC foods were prepped the night before
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 filters observed with heavily soiled with grease and dust 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a test kit to measure sanitzer solution concentration. Provide Inspector test strips was used to record the sanitizer concentration
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.
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
Flat grill observed with carbon build up in between equipments observed with grease build up interior and exterior of several cold holding refrigerator /cold holding drawer innterior and exterior of microwave observed soiled from visible dry food spills dry food encrusted. Clean and sanitize 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen area handsink observed blocked by a chair. Discontinue maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only. PIC to monitor handwashing. (cos)
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.
Ac unit excess water observed dispensing inside warewashing handsink. Repair to dispense accordingly
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
Facility observed without a prep sink . Per PIC produce/vegetables gets rinse in the middle compartment of 3 bay sink. PIC to provide detailed ps report from a licensed plumber on the install of a prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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 throughout the facility including under equipments inside walkin cooler observed in need of deep cleaning. 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 handsink observed without soap. Provide and maintain. (no warewashing taken place during the inspection)
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.
Warewashing handwashing sink observed without employee handwashing sign. 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Basement storage area observed heavily clutter from excess old furniture and unorganized . Clean and organize
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both hood sticker on site observed expired 9.20.25 and 12.20.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company
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, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 21, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 10, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure clean aprons or outer attire is worn when working with foods
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, Feb 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 29, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure clean aprons or outer attire is worn when working with foods
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, Jan 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 5, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
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 warning for specific items offered undercooked on the new menu - Address as discussed
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 5, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 28, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
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 warning for specific items offered undercooked on the new menu - Address as discussed
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 20, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 12, 2024
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Post current copies of all certificates [ food safety - allergen awareness = 2024 health permit ] in a conspicious location of the business as discussed
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils on the interior / exterior of all freezer and refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking quipment on the line as well as the exterior of all bulk food storage bins
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, Jun 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 23, 2024
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Post current copies of your 2024 Health Permit - current food safety / and allergen awraeness certificates in a conspicuous location of the restaurant
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is a visibly " blown piece of fully cooked deli style " pastrami " inside the walk-in stored in with otnher deli meats on the shelf - owner is aware that it has been compromised however it should not be stored in with foods being served to the public - pastami was removed fom the current location and placed in the opposite ends where it was clearly labeled " return to vendor" - dedicate an area for items such as this [ including retail foods ] so all employees are familiar with compromised foods that are to be returned back to the wholesale vendors
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.