SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
24 inspections
Inspection
May 29, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed rodent droppings on the shelving unit in aisle 2. Remove all products. Clean and sanitize the area.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hole observed in the bakery area. Repair to prevent access.
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 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 22, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed rodent droppings on the shelving unit in aisle 2. Remove all products. Clean and sanitize the area.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hole observed in the bakery area. Repair to prevent access.
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, Mar 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 27, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with food soils and debris. Clean to remove
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.
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
Observed a hole in the wall. 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, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple handsinks observed with food soils and debris. Clean to remove
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.
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
Observed a hole in the wall. 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, Jan 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 26, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Card board observed lining the shelves in the walk-in bakery cooler. Discontinue use and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
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.
Pipe under the 3 bay sink in the produce preparation room is leaking. Address and make any necesary repairs.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 26, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 19, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed rodent droppings on the floor in the bakery area underneath the table and behind the pastery case. Also in the compact room in the corner. Observed lines in the floor near the receiving door. PIC stated they just put those spaces in. Day light is coming through this needs to be corrected. Ensure no daylight is coming through. Observed weeds on the side of the building. Remove all weeds. Observed trash on the ground near the compactor and trash area. Clean to remove all debris. Observed debis under the trash compactor. Clean and Sanitize. Observed stagnant water near the ovens and fryolators. And outside near the trash compactor. Remove all stagnant water.
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, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 12, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed rodent droppings on the floor in the bakery area underneath the table and behind the pastery case. Also in the compact room in the corner. Observed lines in the floor near the receiving door. PIC stated they just put those spaces in. Day light is coming through this needs to be corrected. Ensure no daylight is coming through. Observed weeds on the side of the building. Remove all weeds. Observed trash on the ground near the compactor and trash area. Clean to remove all debris. Observed debis under the trash compactor. Clean and Sanitize. Observed stagnant water near the ovens and fryolators. And outside near the trash compactor. Remove all stagnant water.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed missing grout in between the bricks located on the front of the store. Observed dirt on the ground and debris might be from rodents. Have exterminator inspect.
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
Observed missing grout in between the bricks located on the front of the store. Observed dirt on the ground and debris might be from rodents. Have exterminator inspect.
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
Knives bone saw and cutting boards in meat cutting room visibly soiled / 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.
Dumpster / Compact area with loose debris / Clean to remove Back lot area with loose debris and overgrown / Clean and maintain
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.
Small opening at bottom of door in the basement stairwell leading to the outside / Repair Small opening att the bottom of door in loading area / Repair
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Remove dead mouse and droppings from sprinkler room Droppings noted in the following areas - Bakery Meat Seafood / Remove and ensure daily cleaning Droppings noted in basement under deli shelving on bottom shelving of chemical storage / remove and ensure daily cleaning Droppings noted in the drive up and go area / Remove and maintain Droppings noted in basement cage area GM HBC / Remove and maintain
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Men's employee room stall door broken / Repair Walls in meat room coming apart / 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.
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
Knives bonesaw and cutting boards in meat cutting room visibly soiled / 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.
Dumpster / Compact area with loose debris / Clean to remove Back lot area with loose debris and overgrown / Clean and maintain
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.
Small opening at bottom of door in the basement stairwell leading to the outside / Repair Small opening att the bottom of door in loading area / Repair
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Remove dead mouse and droppings from sprinkler room Droppings noted in the following areas - Bakery Meat Seafood / Remove and ensure daily cleaning Droppings noted in basement under deli shelving on bottom shelving of chemical storage / remove and ensure daily cleaning Droppings noted in the drive up and go area / Remove and maintain Droppings noted in basement cage area GM HBC / Remove and maintain
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Men's employee room stall door broken / Repair Walls in meat room coming apart / 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, Apr 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 4, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 4, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports for 1/10/25- 1/14/25. All reports stated no catches. Today the exterminator came by and there was 1 catch in the basement. PIC will email over today's report when she receives the report from the exterminator. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided.
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.
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports for 1/10/25- 1/14/25. All reports stated no catches. Today the exterminator came by and there was 1 catch in the basement. PIC will email over today's report when she receives the report from the exterminator. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash and debris in and around the outside trash compactor. Clean to remove all trash and debris .
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
Repair the damaged enclosure on the outside trash bay.
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.
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports from 1/7/25. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided. Evidence in Aisle #10 - Dog food and on the floor behind the end cap ( Bounty Towels) Aisle #11 paper towels Aisle #13 at the very end near the red wall and to the right of the socks electric room in the front of the store. Recommend removing the kick plates in these areas and replace the missing ceiling tiles in the electrical room. Ensure to move the end caps (potato) in produce area to clean the floor.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash and debris in and around the outside trash compactor. Clean to remove all trash and debris .
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
Repair the damaged enclosure on the outside trash bay.
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, Jan 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 30, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
9 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s notes
Bags of chips in the chip isle with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and dispose of all adulterated bags of chips.
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
First stainless steel door in teh deli department is not secured properly. Address address and make any necessary repairs.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
What appears to be rodent droppings observed in between the isles where papertowels are being stored. Clean to remove. All shelves with visible signs of rodent droppings are to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Floor under and around the fryer station with excess grease build-up. 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.
Pipe under the hand sink located in the deli area is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the Bakery department with evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings. 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.
Several light sout above the fryer near the deli station. Replace.
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.
PIC- Asah was able to provide detailed IPM reports from Rentokil from 12/24 12/26 12/27 and 12/28. Please ensure that you can provide a clean extermination report for 1/8/24 inspection. Continue service with the licensed exterminator and please forward the reports to the email provided.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed trash and debris in and around the outside trash compactor. Clean to remove all trash and debris .
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
The door panel on the 4 bay delivery door is in need of repair. Order has been submitted and DOD- 1/08/24. Repair to help with rodent activity.
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, Dec 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 23, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor in the Bakery department with evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings. 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.
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s notes
Bags of chips in the chip isle with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and dispose of all adulterated bags of chips.
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
First stainless steel door in teh deli department is not secured properly. Address address and make any necessary repairs.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
What appears to be rodent droppings observed in between the isles where papertowels are being stored. Clean to remove. All shelves with visible signs of rodent droppings are to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Floor under and around the fryer station with excess grease build-up. 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.
Pipe under the hand sink located in the deli area is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Several light sout above the fryer near the deli station. Replace.
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.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings in between the storage shelves in the paper towel isles. Clean to remove and provide an additional IPM report for the re-inspection.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Management is to remove any unecessary clutter and debris throughout the store to help minimize any rodent harborage.
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, Dec 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 31, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior refrigeration in dairy department with black mold-like substance on bottom racks and shelving / Ensure a thorough cleaning to the interior of the dairy refrigeration units
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 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 24, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior refrigeration in dairy department with black mold-like substance on bottom racks and shelving / Ensure a thorough cleaning to the interior of the dairy refrigeration units
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 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 15, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Interior refrigeration in dairy department with black mold-like substance on bottom racks and shelving / Ensure a thorough cleaning to the interior of the dairy refrigeration units
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.