More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspections
Inspection
May 15, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
Provide thermometer in hot holding unit.
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, May 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 1, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 24, 2025
Passed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Employees observed prepping food in the kitchen without hair restraint. Provide proper hair restraint.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the interior of the 2 door true upright unit to remove debris. clean cabinet under 3 bay sink to remove soils Clean the Ceiling to remove dust clean exterior of the ice 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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temperature dish machine not sanitizing. Service as needed. Use 3 compartment sink to wash/rinse/sanitize all equipment and utensils.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under the counter 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, Oct 24, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2025
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Employees observed prepping food in the kitchen without hair restraint. Provide proper hair restraint.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the interior of the 2 door true upright unit to remove debris. clean cabinet under 3 bay sink to remove soils Clean the Ceiling to remove dust clean exterior of the ice 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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temperature dish machine not sanitizing. Service as needed. Use 3 compartment sink to wash/rinse/sanitize all equipment and utensils.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor under the counter 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, Oct 16, 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
Jan 9, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Self-servicce food items without complete labels. Labeling requirements provided via email. Discontinue self-service without proper labels.
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.
Foods prepared at Cambridge commissary. Provide documentation that food items (spicy aioli pickled jalapenos & onions fruit compote) have been commercially prepared with extended shelf life; stable beyond 7 days.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temperature dish machine not sanitizing. Service as needed. Use 3 compartment sink to wash/rinse/sanitize all equipment and utensils.
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, Jan 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 5, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Self-servicce food items without complete labels. Labeling requirements provided via email. Discontinue self-service without proper labels.
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.
Foods prepared at Cambridge commissary. Provide documentation that food items (spicy aioli pickled jalapenos & onions fruit compote) have been commercially prepared with extended shelf life; stable beyond 7 days.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s notes
Low temperature dish machine not sanitizing. Service as needed. Use 3 compartment sink to wash/rinse/sanitize all equipment and utensils.
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.