Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Keep all foods [ espoecially snacks like chips - breads and baked goods ] stored off the floors a minimum of six inches during storage
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.
Discontinue selling foods purchased from other retail establishments like [ Market Basket ] purchaes foods from professionally licensed wholesalers only
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Resurface the white door leading to the basement so itis free from visible soils anf food spills
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean all sheling units in the grocery aisles - clean inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all 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.
Clean walls throughout the store especially behind all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
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.
Clean up all the loose trash and debris in the front yard leading to the entrance of the store to reduce potential rodent activity
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Keep all foods [ espoecially snacks like chips - breads and baked goods ] stored off the floors a minimum of six inches during storage
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.
Discontinue selling foods purchased from other retail establishments like [ Market Basket ] purchaes foods from professionally licensed wholesalers only
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Resurface the white door leading to the basement so itis free from visible soils anf food spills
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean all sheling units in the grocery aisles - clean inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all 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.
Clean walls throughout the store especially behind all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
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.
Clean up all the loose trash and debris in the front yard leading to the entrance of the store to reduce potential rodent activity
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, May 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 29, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk packaging opened and products being sold individually without labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue and ensure all food items are properly labeled while stored for retail sales. COS
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled cardboard lining at chip display and dust at front counter shelves. Clean to remove dust and maintain clean smooth and durable shelves at chip display racks.
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, Aug 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 22, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk packaging opened and products being sold individually without labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue and ensure all food items are properly labeled while stored for retail sales. COS
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled cardboard lining at chip display and dust at front counter shelves. Clean to remove dust and maintain clean smooth and durable shelves at chip display racks.
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, Aug 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 29, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed racks inside beverage reach in units. Clean racks / shelves to remove all 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, Aug 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 22, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed open packaged being sold for individual sales. Ensure all foods being sold on retail shelves are labeled with minimum requirements. PIC removed
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed racks inside beverage reach in units. Clean racks / shelves to remove all 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, Aug 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 14, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed open packaged being sold for individual sales. Ensure all foods being sold on retail shelves are labeled with minimum requirements. PIC removed
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk packaged open and selling individually for retail without labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure all food items on retail shelves are properly labels with the minimum requirements. PIC removed from shelves
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.
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed expired packaged deli meat stored in reach in. Discussed with PIC to monitor expiration dates of all food items and ensure in compliance. PIC disposed on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 26, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed bulk packaged open and selling individually for retail without labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure all food items on retail shelves are properly labels with the minimum requirements. PIC removed from shelves
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.
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed expired packaged deli meat stored in reach in. Discussed with PIC to monitor expiration dates of all food items and ensure in compliance. PIC disposed on site
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.