Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
12 inspections
Inspection
May 14, 2026
Report filed
9 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.11-PHandwashing
Official wording
Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no hand washing during inspection by staff/food handlers
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.
Floor tiles in Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing broken and cracked Floor in walk in unit in disrepair Wire shelving in walk in is in disrepair Rust on exterior of grease trap at 3 bay sink
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on walls light switches and other attachments - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing Built up soils on ceiling and attachments - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing Built up soils on floor under and behind all equipment - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing
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.
Lights in cooking/prep/service areas and outside of walk in unit are not working
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
Remove all unused unnecessary items and clutter from establishment
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, May 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 8, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.11-PHandwashing
Official wording
Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no hand washing during inspection by staff/food handlers
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on walls light switches and other attachments - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing Built up soils on ceiling and attachments - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing Built up soils on floor under and behind all equipment - Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing
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.
Lights in cooking/prep/service areas and outside of walk in unit are not working
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
Remove all unused unnecessary items and clutter from establishment
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
Floor tiles in Kitchen/prep/cooking/serving/ware washing broken and cracked Floor in walk in unit in disrepair Wire shelving in walk in is in disrepair Rust on exterior of grease trap at 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food soils inside of freezer. Clean to remove
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.
Observed rodent droppings in the prep area on the floor. Clean to remove. PIC will email the last 2 pest control reports for review.
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, Dec 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 1, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food soils inside of freezer. Clean to remove
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.
Observed rodent droppings in the prep area on the floor. Clean to remove. PIC will email the last 2 pest control reports for review.
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, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 12, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of rice cooker observed peeling off. Discontinue using.
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
Walkin shelvings observed visible soiled interior of 2 door upright freezer observed soiled from visible food spills. Clean to remove Old mice droppings observed on the floor under rice cooker table. ***PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report at : Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov
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 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 2, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of rice cooker observed peeling off. Discontinue using.
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
Walkin shelvings observed visible soiled interior of 2 door upright freezer observed soiled from visible food spills. Clean to remove Old mice droppings observed on the floor under rice cooker table. ***PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report at : Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Cracked floor tiles - Prep/ware washing Resurface floor in walk in unit
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 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2024
Report filed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No written procedures and kit not complete for responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events I provided this information via email at time of inspection
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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from premisess
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.
Multiple Priority Priority Foundation and core violations noted on inspection Proof that the employees are not trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code I talked with the manager via phoned and emailed the owner
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed food handler preparing foods and multitasking wearing disposable gloves - Did not remove gloves and washing hands before resuming food prep Observed food handlers on cooking line wearing disposable gloves to handle raw animal products equipment - Not changing gloves as required I provided via email materials on proper glove use
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy soils built up on floor under and behind all equipment Heavy soils built up on walls and attachments Heavy soils built up ceiling and attachments Prep/cooking line ware washing storage areas
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Cracked floor tiles in food prep ware washing cooking storage areas
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 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No written procedures and kit not complete for responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events I provided this information via email at time of inspection
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.
Multiple Priority Priority Foundation and core violations noted on inspection Proof that the employees are not trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code I talked with the manager via phoned and emailed the owner
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
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.
Observed food handler preparing foods and multitasking wearing disposable gloves - Did not remove gloves and washing hands before resuming food prep Observed food handlers on cooking line wearing disposable gloves to handle raw animal products equipment - Not changing gloves as required I provided via email materials on proper glove use
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Chipped and broke ice bucket Chipped lid on white bulk food container
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.
No thermometer in salad/sandwich prep unit on cookling line
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.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Cracked floor tiles in food prep ware washing cooking storage areas Ceiling tiles in disrepair in food prep ware washing cooking storage areas
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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior and exterior of ice machine Built up soils on interior and exterior of bulk food containers
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.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy soils built up on floor under and behind all equipment Heavy soils built up on walls and attachments Heavy soils built up ceiling and attachments Prep/cooking line ware washing storage areas
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from premisess
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.
I provided this information via email during inspection via email Food Allergy Awareness Requirements. Food Allergen Awareness Training: Certification posted is not in compliance Food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for 5 years. The certified food protection manager shall: Demonstrate knowledge of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as to their assigned duties.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No written procedures and kit not complete for responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events I provided this information via email at time of inspection
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.
Multiple Priority Priority Foundation and core violations noted on inspection Proof that the employees are not trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code I talked with the manager via phoned and emailed the owner
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
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.
Observed food handler cutting raw cabbage handling trash and opening mop closet door wearing disposable gloves - Did not remove gloves and washing hands before resuming food prep Observed food handlers on cooking line wearing disposable gloves to handle raw animal products equipment - Not changing gloves as required I provided via email materials on proper glove use
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Chipped and broke ice bucket Chipped lid on white bulk food container
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.
No thermometer in salad/sandwich prep unit on cookling line
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.
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.
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
Built up soils on interior and exterior of ice machine Built up soils on interior and exterior of bulk food containers
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.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Heavy soils built up on floor under and behind all equipment Heavy soils built up on walls and attachments Heavy soils built up ceiling and attachments Prep/cooking line ware washing storage areas
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from premisess
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
Hood filter missing at hood above cooking line Cracked floor tiles in food prep ware washing cooking storage areas Ceiling tiles in disrepair in food prep ware washing cooking storage areas
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.
I provided this information via email during inspection via email Food Allergy Awareness Requirements. 1. Poster such food establishments shall prominently display in the employee work area a poster approved by the Department no smaller than 8.5 by 11 inches relating to major food allergens. The poster shall include the following information: (a) Major food allergens; (b) Health risks of food allergies; (c) Procedure to follow when a customer states that he or she has a food allergy; and (d) Emergency procedure to follow if a customer has an allergic reaction to food. 3. Food Allergen Awareness Training: Certification posted is not in compliance Food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for 5 years. The certified food protection manager shall: Demonstrate knowledge of MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as to their assigned duties.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.