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Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126

94 Shirley St

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16 inspections

Inspection

Mar 30, 2026

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 10, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hood sticker expired October 2025 and grease build up on filters. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager of matter in order to schedule cleaning appointment and submit confirmation to the Health Division

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 3, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bowl used for bulk dispensing. Provide handled scoopers for bulk containers

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed wrong test strips (chlorine) being used for Quats santizer. Provide the proper test strips for Quats sanitizer for effective sanitization. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm @ this time

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled squeeze bottles / prep tables / oven in kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to maintain clean and sanitized while operating

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sink with major leakage in Kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager to contact licensed plumber for repairs to hand sink.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease underneath fryers. Clean with frequency to prevent build up of grease.

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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels stored in handsink (kitchen 118). Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at handsinks at all times. COS

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hood sticker expired October 2025 and grease build up on filters. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager of matter in order to schedule cleaning appointment and submit confirmation to the Health Division

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 19, 2025

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bowl used for bulk dispensing. Provide handled scoopers for bulk containers

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed wrong test strips (chlorine) being used for Quats santizer. Provide the proper test strips for Quats sanitizer for effective sanitization. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm @ this time

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled squeeze bottles / prep tables / oven in kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to maintain clean and sanitized while operating

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sink with major leakage in Kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager to contact licensed plumber for repairs to hand sink.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease underneath fryers. Clean with frequency to prevent build up of grease.

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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels stored in handsink (kitchen 118). Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at handsinks at all times. COS

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hood sticker expired October 2025 and grease build up on filters. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager of matter in order to schedule cleaning appointment and submit confirmation to the Health Division

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

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

Inspection

Jun 26, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Inspection

Jun 17, 2025

Hearing scheduled

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.003/3-501.15-PFFood temperature

Official wording

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed cole slaw stored @ 47F inside upright unit and on assembly line to be delivered. Discussed with PIC to ensure proper cooling is performed in order to meet requirements of 135F to 70F in 2 Hrs then to 41F in 4 hrs prior to service.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 10, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.003/3-501.15-PFFood temperature

Official wording

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed potato salad stored @ 88F for immediately delivery. Discussed with PIC to ensure proper cooling is performed in order to meet requirements of 135F to 70F in 2 Hrs then to 41F in 4 hrs prior to service. 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 6, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

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 packaged deli meat stored in reach in deli unit @ 47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded voluntarily

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 590.003/3-502.11-PFOther

Official wording

Variance Requirement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed vacuum sealer machine being used for sliced deli meats & cheeses. Discussed with PIC to discontinue using machine and submit HACCP plan for revie to ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated units without labeling. Provide a label to identify products

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 4, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

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 packaged deli meat stored in reach in deli unit @ 47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded voluntarily

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 590.003/3-502.11-PFOther

Official wording

Variance Requirement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed vacuum sealer machine being used for sliced deli meats & cheeses. Discussed with PIC to discontinue using machine and submit HACCP plan for revie to ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated units without labeling. Provide a label to identify products

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 4, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 28, 2025

Not required

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed unidentified squeeze bottles stored inside reach in unit. Provide a label on all squeeze bottles with the common food name item stored inside

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

Observed sliced tomatoes and pizza sauce stored inside in-line refrigerated unit between 55F-68F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded while on site

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
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed sponges being used for warewashing. Discontinue usage of sponges

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels at either hand sink in kitchen and prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all times.

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, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 26, 2024

Passed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw ground beef stored above whole tomatoes inside walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to ensure all raw foods are stored seperated from ready to eat. PIC corrected

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated unit (#126) unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed individual hot packaged meals stored for delivery to high susceptible population without proper food labels. Discussd with PIC to provide food labels on all ready to eat packaged meals with the minimum requirements included. Information submitted via email to operator

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-901.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed pots / pans / utensils stored improperly for air-drying. Ensure all are stored inverted for to properly air dry

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sinks blocked in kitchens #103 & #125. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. PIC removed

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 14, 2024

Failed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw ground beef stored above whole tomatoes inside walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to ensure all raw foods are stored seperated from ready to eat. PIC corrected

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated unit (#126) unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed individual hot packaged meals stored for delivery to high susceptible population without proper food labels. Discussd with PIC to provide food labels on all ready to eat packaged meals with the minimum requirements included. Information submitted via email to operator

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-901.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed pots / pans / utensils stored improperly for air-drying. Ensure all are stored inverted for to properly air dry

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sinks blocked in kitchens #103 & #125. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. PIC removed

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 14, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 18, 2024

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed unidentified squeeze bottles stored inside reach in unit. Provide a label on all squeeze bottles with the common food name item stored inside

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

Observed sliced tomatoes and pizza sauce stored inside in-line refrigerated unit between 55F-68F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded while on site

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
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed sponges being used for warewashing. Discontinue usage of sponges

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels at either hand sink in kitchen and prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all times.

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, Jul 18, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 11, 2024

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed unidentified squeeze bottles stored inside reach in unit. Provide a label on all squeeze bottles with the common food name item stored inside

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

Observed sliced tomatoes and pizza sauce stored inside in-line refrigerated unit between 55F-68F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded while on site

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
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed sponges being used for warewashing. Discontinue usage of sponges

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels at either hand sink in kitchen and prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all times.

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, Jul 11, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 25, 2023

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 25, 2023 · Original Source

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