Attached pest report from Pestex date 3/31/26 states american cockroach activity related to plumbing rat activty with burrows present near patio decking. Provide updated IPM pest control reflecting corrective actions taken. PIC states plan in place to assess plumbing and concrete burrows under advisement from Pest control company. Increase pest control visits as necessary until pest activity is brought under control. No live sightings or burrows were observed at the time of inspection.
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.
Attached pest report from Pestex date 3/31/26 states american cockroach activity related to plumbing rat activty with burrows present near patio decking. Provide updated IPM pest control reflecting corrective actions taken. PIC states plan in place to assess plumbing and concrete burrows under advisement from Pest control company. Increase pest control visits as necessary until pest activity is brought under control. No live sightings or burrows were observed at the time of inspection.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Leak in ceiling near front door observed. Make all necessary repairs.
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.
Attached pest report from Pestex date 3/21/26 does not specify if outside patio is being treated for rodents. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection specifies that the outside patio area is being treated. No live sightings or burrows were observed at the time of inspection.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Electric radiator cambro containers planters stored in outside rear area. Remove all items not necessary to the business. Maintain outside area so as not to entice conditions of harborage for pests.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Leak in ceiling near front door observed. Make all necessary repairs.
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.
Attached pest report from Pestex date 3/21/26 does not specify if outside patio is being treated for rodents. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection specifies that the outside patio area is being treated. No live sightings or burrows were observed at the time of inspection.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Electric radiator cambro containers planters stored in outside rear area. Remove all items not necessary to the business. Maintain outside area so as not to entice conditions of harborage for pests.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Raining outside at the time of inspection leak in ceiling near front door observed. Make all necessary repairs.
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.
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.
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.
Pestex pest report dated 3/5/26 notes cockroach activity and two mice captures. Provide updated pest report upon inspection thats states that activity/catches structural voids and sanitation issues have been resolved.
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, Mar 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 4, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
No new signs of pest activity upon revisit. Suspect areas have been cleaned of evidence of cockroaches. ISD environmental advised of tree bed on public sidewalk in front of business. Owner has secured new Pestex as new contractor due out before the end of this week this week. Ensure management meets with the Technician to point out any potential problem areas and conduct a full assessment of the inside and outside areas and any needed treatments exlusionary work sanitary concerns or harborage areas(s) that may need to be addressed with the proffesional 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous pieces of out of use seasonal furniture street patio decking. Remove. Clutter around outside rear seasonal bar. Numerous heat lamps propane tanks patio furniture in the outside rear area conducive to harborage or vermin. Remove items not in use. Make arrangements for off site storage during off season in the future.
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, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 25, 2026
Hearing scheduled
3 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
Consumer advisory on menus is too small. Provide font size 11 or above for advisory 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.
Evidence of rodent activity with disturbed screening under planter in front of front door evidence of cockroach activity in basement prep area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated and detailed IPM pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today's visit that states proper treatments applied including inside basement drop ceiling. To contact COB ISD Environmental concerning burrows in city tree base in front of front entrance of the business. Owner has secured new Pestex as new contractor due out before the end of this week (2/27/26). Ensure management meets with the Technician to point out any problem areas and conduct a full assessment of the inside and outside areas and any needed treatments exlusionary work sanitary concerns or harborage areas(s) that may need to be addressed with the proffesional 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous pieces of out of use seasonal furniture street patio decking. Remove. Clutter around outside rear seasonal bar. Numerous heat lamps propane tanks patio furniture in the outside rear area conducive to harborage or vermin. Remove items not in use. Make arrangements for off site storage during off season in the future.
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.
Date of last sold no being logged on shellstock tags. Retrain staff.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bag of flour stored on floor. Store properly.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory on menus is too small. Provide font size 11 or above for advisory 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Moisture and food debris under dishmachine and behind grease trap. Debris and soils under shelving and equipment in basement prep areas. 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep/culinary sink in kitchen does not have a seperation gap in the waste drain. Contact a licensed plumber to Install. Ensure proper permits are pulled from 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.
Basement drop ceiling tiles with stains missing paint and damaged in several areas. Ceiling tiles in place are made of absorbent material. Replace with cleanable materials. Determine source of stains and make all necessary repairs.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent activity with disturbed screening under planter in front of front door evidence of cockroach activity in basement prep area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated and detailed IPM pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today's visit that states proper treatments applied including inside basement drop ceiling. To contact COB ISD Environmental concerning burrows in city tree base in front of front entrance of the business.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Glue monitors in basement with numerous deceased cockroaches. Remove.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous out of use seasonal planters filled with soil in the outside rear area. Remove. Planters should have soil removed pest proofed and storage inverted when out of use in off season to dissuade burrowing vermin. Numerous heat lamps propane tanks patio furniture in the outside rear area conducive to harborage or vermin. Remove items not in use.
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.
Date of last sold no being logged on shellstock tags. Retrain staff.
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bag of flour stored on floor. Store properly.
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory on menus is too small. Provide font size 11 or above for advisory 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Moisture and food debris under dishmachine and behind grease trap. Debris and soils under shelving and equipment in basement prep areas. 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep/culinary sink in kitchen does not have a seperation gap in the waste drain. Contact a licensed plumber to Install. Ensure proper permits are pulled from 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.
Basement drop ceiling tiles with stains missing paint and damaged in several areas. Ceiling tiles in place are made of absorbent material. Replace with cleanable materials. Determine source of stains and make all necessary repairs.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent activity with disturbed screening under planter in front of front door evidence of cockroach activity in basement prep area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated and detailed IPM pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today's visit that states proper treatments applied including inside basement drop ceiling. To contact COB ISD Environmental concerning burrows in city tree base in front of front entrance of the business.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Glue monitors in basement with numerous deceased cockroaches. Remove.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Numerous out of use seasonal planters filled with soil in the outside rear area. Remove. Planters should have soil removed pest proofed and storage inverted when out of use in off season to dissuade burrowing vermin. Numerous heat lamps propane tanks patio furniture in the outside rear area conducive to harborage or vermin. Remove items not in use.
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, Feb 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 28, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Shell tags missing datemarkings of last served/sold. Maintain shellstock tags for 90 days/chronological order with the last served/sold datemarkings
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the walls & ceiling around the dish machine to remove soils.
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 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 17, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Shell tags missing datemarkings of last served/sold. Maintain shellstock tags for 90 days/chronological order with the last served/sold datemarkings
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the walls & ceiling around the dish machine to remove soils.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair the door sweep at the basement door.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair the door sweep at the basement door.
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, Feb 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 15, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Shell stock tags missing the last served /sold datemarking.Maintain shellstock tags for 90 days in chronological order with the dates of last served /sold
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
Provide chlorine test kit on site. (test done using the inspectors test kit)
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair the door sweep at the basement door.
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, Feb 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 29, 2024
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Shell stock tags missing the last served /sold datemarking.Maintain shellstock tags for 90 days in chronological order with the dates of last served /sold
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
Provide chlorine test kit on site. (test done using the inspectors test kit)
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.
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s notes
Low temp dish machine temperature guage not operating.Repair
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Repair the door sweep at the basement door.
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.