SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
11 inspections
Inspection
Jul 6, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink located in the deli department leaking. Address and make any 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 24, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Drip tray to the compressor of the meat department walk-in cooler is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning proeprly at the time of the inspection. Work order has also been placed and once parts have arrived will be installed.
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, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Please clean the wall behind the three bay sink in the main kitchen warewashing room. Replace caulking if needed.
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, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed please... Replace caulking at three bay sink in main kitchen three bay sink Clean the condencer fan covers in the bakery walk in.
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 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 26, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed please... Replace caulking at three bay sink in main kitchen three bay sink Clean the condencer fan covers in the bakery walk in.
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 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 6, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. Visibly soiled. Hood sticker expires this month please have the hood cleaned and new sticker provided.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Due to a fire in the freezer on the retail floor the PIC has removed and discared all the frozen foods. The unit has been cleaned and are drying now. The PIC is waiting on the electrician to replace the damaged wires.
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.
ON the cooking line foundone small hood on one side of the kitchen and not all equipment fits under it. BFD will need to stop by and take a look at this to be sure its up to code.
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
The walls and ceiling in the kitchen around A/C filters and hood will need to be clean from build up. Also The walls in the kitchen warewashing room will need to be cleaned and any moldy caulking will be replaced.
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 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 22, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the filters on the cooking line. Visibly soiled. Hood sticker expires this month please have the hood cleaned and new sticker provided.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Due to a fire in the freezer on the retail floor the PIC has removed and discared all the frozen foods. The unit has been cleaned and are drying now. The PIC is waiting on the electrician to replace the damaged wires.
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.
ON the cooking line foundone small hood on one side of the kitchen and not all equipment fits under it. BFD will need to stop by and take a look at this to be sure its up to code.
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
The walls and ceiling in the kitchen around A/C filters and hood will need to be clean from build up. Also The walls in the kitchen warewashing room will need to be cleaned and any moldy caulking will be replaced.
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 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 21, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed a divider between raw beef and raw chicken in the meat reach.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to replace the caulking at the three bay sinks in the kitchen and prep areas. PIC will need to defrost the ice build up at the olive bar. Clean the gaskets on the doors between meat prep and walk in.
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 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed the PIC will need to have a air gap installed on the prep sink in the hot foods kitchen. All the others had one.
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
Clean the floor under shelves in second floor storage and under milk shelves in walk in.
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, May 21, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 8, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed a divider between raw beef and raw chicken in the meat reach.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to replace the caulking at the three bay sinks in the kitchen and prep areas. PIC will need to defrost the ice build up at the olive bar. Clean the gaskets on the doors between meat prep and walk in.
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 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
As discussed the PIC will need to have a air gap installed on the prep sink in the hot foods kitchen. All the others had one.
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
Clean the floor under shelves in second floor storage and under milk shelves in walk in.
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.