Inspection
Jun 12, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Saxbys Northeastern
815 Columbus Av
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The full inspection history
12 inspectionsInspection
Mar 13, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Unpaid Fees for the 2026 Health Permits - Address immediately
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 9, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
notedCode L1Other
Official wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s notes
Unpaid Fees for the 2026 Health Permits - Address immediately
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 2, 2026
Failed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 13, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping cloths stored on tables @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed foods maintain inside open cans in walk in cooler. Remove and ensure foods are properly removed from cans and stored in food grade containers
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationcriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed pre-made burritos stored in reach in unit @ 49F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled knives stored on knife strip @ sandwich station and heavy spills on syrup bottles at coffee station. Clean with frequency to prevent soils / 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 6, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping cloths stored on tables @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed foods maintain inside open cans in walk in cooler. Remove and ensure foods are properly removed from cans and stored in food grade containers
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationcriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed pre-made burritos stored in reach in unit @ 49F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soiled knives stored on knife strip @ sandwich station and heavy spills on syrup bottles at coffee station. Clean with frequency to prevent soils / 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 6, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-301.15-PFOther
Official wording
Where to Wash (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed PIC handwashing in prep sink while on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure handwashing at handsinks only
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple wiping cloths stored on countertops. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed steak burritos made within 1hr per PIC stored outside of refrigeration @ 54F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F. COS
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed dusty filters on ice machine; Observed soil knives stored on knife rack @ sandwich station; Observed food debris @ ovens. Clean to remove all spills / soils / dust from stated equipment
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-403.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee beverages stored @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain away from food prep. COS
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.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 15, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-301.15-PFOther
Official wording
Where to Wash (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed PIC handwashing in prep sink while on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure handwashing at handsinks only
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple wiping cloths stored on countertops. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed steak burritos made within 1hr per PIC stored outside of refrigeration @ 54F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F. COS
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed dusty filters on ice machine; Observed soil knives stored on knife rack @ sandwich station; Observed food debris @ ovens. Clean to remove all spills / soils / dust from stated equipment
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-403.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee beverages stored @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain away from food prep. COS
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.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 2, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed squeeze bottles without labels of identification. Provide a label with the common name of food items stored inside
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing test strip for Quats sanitizer. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soil / spills inside ice well @ sandwich station; coffee spills inside refrigerated units @ front counters / walk in cooler; Clean to remove all spills / 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple immature flies throughout front counter area. Provide the most current pest control reports
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 25, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed squeeze bottles without labels of identification. Provide a label with the common name of food items stored inside
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed no sanitizing test strip for Quats sanitizer. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed soil / spills inside ice well @ sandwich station; coffee spills inside refrigerated units @ front counters / walk in cooler; Clean to remove all spills / 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple immature flies throughout front counter area. Provide the most current pest control reports
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 25, 2024 · 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 8, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 8, 2024 · Original Source