Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
13 inspections
Inspection
Aug 12, 2025
Out of business
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the fan covers in the walk in and be sure all containers have covers.
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have fauset replace at three bay sink. Leaking. Be sure the fauset can reach all three bays of the sink. Until this is repaired PIC will use the sprayer to fill all three bay to wash rinse and sanitize all equipment. Plumber will be here before the location closes for the day.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.15-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Carbonator (P)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to provide drain plugs for the three bay sink. Discontinue to use a plastic bag.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 8, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food Safety Certificate expired 7-28-25. Please renew and post.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to start to date mark product in the walk in. Please review attached hand out on date marking.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the fan covers in the walk in and be sure all containers have covers.
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have fauset replace at three bay sink. Leaking. Be sure the fauset can reach all three bays of the sink. Until this is repaired PIC will use the sprayer to fill all three bay to wash rinse and sanitize all equipment. Plumber will be here before the location closes for the day.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.15-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Device Carbonator (P)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to provide drain plugs for the three bay sink. Discontinue to use a plastic bag.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink at front counter leaking repair.
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, Aug 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 31, 2025
Failed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food Safety Certificate expired 7-28-25. Please renew and post.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to start to date mark product in the walk in. Please review attached hand out on date marking.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the fan covers in the walk in and be sure all containers have covers.
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.
PIC will need to provide drain plugs for the three bay sink. Discontinue to use a platice bag.
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
Hand sink at front counter leaking repair.
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 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to post an up to date Food Safety Allergen and Site Cleanliness. No CI or CO posted.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
PIC was not at location at this time. No permits certificates or license posted. PIC stated that location was sold 4 months ago. Old owner was called and he stated that he did sell it.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters and have the hood sticker up dated.
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in warewashing was not accessible. Blocked with trash barrel and other equipment in sink.
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.
Hand sink in warewashing did not have soap. Provide
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to post an up to date Food Safety Allergen and Site Cleanliness. No CI or CO posted.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
PIC was not at location at this time. No permits certificates or license posted. PIC stated that location was sold 4 months ago. Old owner was called and he stated that he did sell it.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters and have the hood sticker up dated.
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in warewashing was not accessible. Blocked with trash barrel and other equipment in sink.
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.
Hand sink in warewashing did not have soap. Provide
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 6, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink will need to have an air gap istalled.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on cooking line.
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
PIC could not find the test strips for the three bay sink.
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
Prep sink will need to have an air gap istalled.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 19, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 28, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s notes
Prep sink will need to have an air gap istalled.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on cooking line.
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
PIC could not find the test strips for the three bay sink.
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, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 16, 2024
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Uncovered container of onions stored under hand sink. Discontinue as discussed.
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
Clean handles to the refrigerators as discussed.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters and have the hood cleaned. The sticker expired in Nov 2023
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in back prep / warewashing blocked with bulk food container (flour) and containers of onions.
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.
Hand sink in the back prep area did not have any paper towels. Hand sink on cooking line will need to have paper towels closer to the sink and not above or next to pizza station.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have leak in the hand sink on the cook line repaired.
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 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 8, 2024
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Uncovered container of onions stored under hand sink. Discontinue as discussed.
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
Clean handles to the refrigerators as discussed.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters and have the hood cleaned. The sticker expired in Nov 2023
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink in back prep / warewashing blocked with bulk food container (flour) and containers of onions.
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.
Hand sink in the back prep area did not have any paper towels. Hand sink on cooking line will need to have paper towels closer to the sink and not above or next to pizza station.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have leak in the hand sink on the cook line repaired.
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 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 7, 2024
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
3 bay sink provide drain plugs to 3 bay 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
basement/clean and organize are/remove all unnecessary items which can harbor 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 6, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
3 bay sink provide drain plugs to 3 bay 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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
basement/clean and organize are/remove all unnecessary items which can hoarbor 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.