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90 Peterborough St

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16 inspections

Inspection

Aug 10, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease build up on the hood. Hood sticker expires the in August. Clean hood to remove heavy grease build up.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 10, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 29, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold- like substance on the wall behind the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove mold-like substance.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease build up on the hood. Hood sticker expires the in August. Clean hood to remove heavy grease build up.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 22, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold- like substance on the cutting boards. Replace cutting boards.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Implements and Supplies (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed grease bin being stored downstairs ensure a lid is always on the grease bin. Clean the floor under and around the bin to remove grease. Observed a smell near the 3 bay sink. Recommend cleaning the grease trap. Paper shows 12/25 it was last cleaned.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold- like substance on the wall behind the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove mold-like substance.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed not proper lighting in the basement. Provide lights in the basement that are shatter proof.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide door sweep to the front exterior door.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed trash being stored on top of the trash barrell outside. Ensure all trash is stored properly inside the trash receptacle.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease build up on the hood. Hood sticker expires the in August. Clean hood to remove heavy grease build up.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 15, 2026

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold- like substance on the cutting boards. Replace cutting boards.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.005/5-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Implements and Supplies (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed grease bin being stored downstairs ensure a lid is always on the grease bin. Clean the floor under and around the bin to remove grease. Observed a smell near the 3 bay sink. Recommend cleaning the grease trap. Paper shows 12/25 it was last cleaned.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold- like substance on the wall behind the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove mold-like substance.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed not proper lighting in the basement. Provide lights in the basement that are shatter proof.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide door sweep to the front exterior door.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed trash being stored on top of the trash barrell outside. Ensure all trash is stored properly inside the trash receptacle.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy grease build up on the hood. Hood sticker expires the in August. Clean hood to remove heavy grease build up.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 9, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Upon reinspection an air gap has been installed at the prep sink but no permits have been pulled and no final permit from a City Plumber has been provided. Have your licensed plumber pull proper permits for the work completed and have a City Plumber inspect the work completed.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 22, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Upon reinspection an air gap has been installed at the prep sink but no permits have been pulled and no final permit from a City Plumber has been provided. Have your licensed plumber pull proper permits for the work completed and have a City Plumber inspect the work completed.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 15, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per discussion with the person in charge there are no procedures to clean-up a vomit and diarrhea event; provide.

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 problems
majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Assignment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The assigned person in charge is studying for their Certified Food Protection Manager certificate but was unable to answer questions regarding food safety illness policy and sanitization; provide and assign a person in charge who is knowlegable about food safety illness policy and sanitization.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cold holding units lack internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers in conspicuous locations for all cold holding units.

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 temperature
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

The exerior of the doors of the double-door refrigerator and freezer in the basement are soiled the exterior surfaces of the food thermometer are heavily soiled the floors underneath the cook-line are heavily soiled; clean and sanitize of 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 problems
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement observed a handwashing sink blocked by a chest freezer; handwashing sinks must be accessible at all times there is another handwashing sink in the basement next to the three compartment sink. At the handwashing sink next to the ice machine there are multiple pipes leading into the handwashing sink basin; have a licensed plumber replumb the pipes to not drain in the handwashing sink or remove the pipes. At the same handwashing sink observed an employee fill a container with water; retrain staff to use handwashing sinks only for washing hands.

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.

More about handwashing problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

At the labeled produce prep sink observed an air break; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

The posted hood inspection stickers expired December 2025; the staff claim that the hood cleaners performed a service on the hood within the past two weeks; provide updated hood inspection stickers or have an approved hood cleaning company perform service on the hood and provide updated sticker.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.19-COther

Official wording

Closing Toilet Room Doors (C)

Inspector’s notes

The bathroom door in the basement that leads to a food prep area is not self-closing; repair door so that it is self-closing.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Post 2026 Health Permit and Site Cleanliness License Post allergy awareness poster in back of house for staff Provide and post signage visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request."

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 8, 2026

Failed

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per discussion with the person in charge there are no procedures to clean-up a vomit and diarrhea event; provide.

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 problems
majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Assignment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The assigned person in charge is studying for their Certified Food Protection Manager certificate but was unable to answer questions regarding food safety illness policy and sanitization; provide and assign a person in charge who is knowlegable about food safety illness policy and sanitization.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cold holding units lack internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers in conspicuous locations for all cold holding units.

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 temperature
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

The exerior of the doors of the double-door refrigerator and freezer in the basement are soiled the exterior surfaces of the food thermometer are heavily soiled the floors underneath the cook-line are heavily soiled; clean and sanitize of 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 problems
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement observed a handwashing sink blocked by a chest freezer; handwashing sinks must be accessible at all times there is another handwashing sink in the basement next to the three compartment sink. At the handwashing sink next to the ice machine there are multiple pipes leading into the handwashing sink basin; have a licensed plumber replumb the pipes to not drain in the handwashing sink or remove the pipes. At the same handwashing sink observed an employee fill a container with water; retrain staff to use handwashing sinks only for washing hands.

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.

More about handwashing problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

At the labeled produce prep sink observed an air break; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

The posted hood inspection stickers expired December 2025; the staff claim that the hood cleaners performed a service on the hood within the past two weeks; provide updated hood inspection stickers or have an approved hood cleaning company perform service on the hood and provide updated sticker.

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 problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.19-COther

Official wording

Closing Toilet Room Doors (C)

Inspector’s notes

The bathroom door in the basement that leads to a food prep area is not self-closing; repair door so that it is self-closing.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Post 2026 Health Permit and Site Cleanliness License Post allergy awareness poster in back of house for staff Provide and post signage visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request."

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 28, 2025

Passed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hair nets for all food handlers.

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No chlorine test strips on site. Provide test strips. Chlorine mixed according to bottle directions.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris under cookline equipment. Soils and debris around and under bsaement prep table and bulk bins. Clean and sanitize all areas to avoid attracting pests.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

One hand sink in basement prep area out of soap. Ensure all hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.

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.

More about handwashing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings in basement prep area and dry storage closet. Clean and sanitize all areas. Provide curent pest report from licensed pest control company.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Second basement ahnd sink basin soiled. Keep hand sinks clean at all times to prevent contamiantion of the hands.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 21, 2025

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hair nets for all food handlers.

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 issues
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No chlorine test strips on site. Provide test strips. Chlorine mixed according to bottle directions.

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 problems
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris under cookline equipment. Soils and debris around and under bsaement prep table and bulk bins. Clean and sanitize all areas to avoid attracting pests.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

One hand sink in basement prep area out of soap. Ensure all hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.

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.

More about handwashing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings in basement prep area and dry storage closet. Clean and sanitize all areas. Provide curent pest report from licensed pest control company.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Second basement ahnd sink basin soiled. Keep hand sinks clean at all times to prevent contamiantion of the hands.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 14, 2025

Passed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soiled sponges observed at 3 compartment sink. Discard sponges and discontinue using to wash food contact surfaces.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor under ice machine and refrigerator with debris. Clean to avoid attracting pests.

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 problems
criticalCode 590.004/4-702.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Before Use After Cleaning (P)

Inspector’s notes

Pans washed but not sanitized. Retrain staff to set up 3 compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize all 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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wash bay of 3 compartment sink leaks. Repair as needed. Standing water attracts 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.

More about building upkeep issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings throughout basement- at back door under shleving behind mixer. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Reviewed pest report- no activity noted.

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 insects
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Chlorine sanitizer testing over 200ppm. Retrain staff to dilute chlorine to 50-100ppm. Diluted to 100ppm.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 6, 2025

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soiled sponges observed at 3 compartment sink. Discard sponges and discontinue using to wash food contact surfaces.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Floor under ice machine and refrigerator with debris. Clean to avoid attracting pests.

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 problems
criticalCode 590.004/4-702.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Before Use After Cleaning (P)

Inspector’s notes

Pans washed but not sanitized. Retrain staff to set up 3 compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize all 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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Wash bay of 3 compartment sink leaks. Repair as needed. Standing water attracts 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.

More about building upkeep issues
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings throughout basement- at back door under shleving behind mixer. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Reviewed pest report- no activity noted.

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 insects
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Chlorine sanitizer testing over 200ppm. Retrain staff to dilute chlorine to 50-100ppm. Diluted to 100ppm.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 20, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris under cookline equipment. Clean and maintin to avoid attracting pests. Water and soils on floor at basement door. Clean and dry area to avoid attracting flies.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small flies opbserved in basement prep area. Clean and dry floor to avoid attracting flies.

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 12, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris under cookline equipment. Clean and maintin to avoid attracting pests. Water and soils on floor at basement door. Clean and dry area to avoid attracting flies.

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 problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small flies opbserved in basement prep area. Clean and dry floor to avoid attracting flies.

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 12, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 17, 2024

Passed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food storage bins without labels. Label bulk food storage bins for identification.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges observed at warewashing station. Discard sponges. Do not use sponges to wash food contact surfaces

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Top of basement grease trap degraded. Clean dry and resurface as needed. Stand mixer in prep area on stock wooden stand. Provide table or stand that is made from durable non-absorbent cleanable materials.

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 problems
majorCode 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No food thermometer on site for checking food temperatures. Provide thermometer.

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 temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris in basement in storage area and under electrical panel. Clean and maintain.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Leak under sanitizer sink of 3 compartment sink. Repair as needed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

Glue trap with dead mice in under electrical panel. Discard dead pests to prevent contamination. Provide contract with licensed pest control company

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 12, 2024

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food storage bins without labels. Label bulk food storage bins for identification.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges observed at warewashing station. Discard sponges. Do not use sponges to wash food contact surfaces

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Top of basement grease trap degraded. Clean dry and resurface as needed. Stand mixer in prep area on stock wooden stand. Provide table or stand that is made from durable non-absorbent cleanable materials.

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 problems
majorCode 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No food thermometer on site for checking food temperatures. Provide thermometer.

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 temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils and debris in basement in storage area and under electrical panel. Clean and maintain.

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 problems
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Leak under sanitizer sink of 3 compartment sink. Repair as needed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

Glue trap with dead mice in under electrical panel. Discard dead pests to prevent contamination. Provide contract with licensed pest control company

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 insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source

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