Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
15 inspections
Inspection
Feb 10, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-305.14-COther
Official wording
Food Preparation (C)
Inspector’s notes
There is no prep sink to wash produce lettuce is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation. Application has been applied for and now waiting on approval from the City of Boston Health Department.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 7, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
17 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple containers of prep foods observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep before opening today.Provide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed staff working on RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain
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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed entire scoop handle inside sugar. Person in charge corrected Observed 1/6 inch size hotel pan containers used to scoop flour from bulk . Discontinue and provide handle utensil
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Containers with marinade chicken observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a miimum of 6 inches off the ground. Remove foods from open can and store 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.
There is no prep sink to wash produce lettuce is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation. Application has been applied for and now waiting on approval from the City of Boston Health Department.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Broccoli Mushrooms peppers slice deli meat and cheese cheese with elevated temperatures between 49-50F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Hamburger patties inside of the single door flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 46F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Foods to be removed form the unit and placed into a different refrigeration unit. Raw chicken wings observed being left out at room temperature (49F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F
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 prep unit observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide a thermometer to all the refrigerator unit missing a 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage shelves observed visibly soiled and food spills. 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor throughout the establishment inside walk -ins observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove Walls and ceiling observed visibly soiled with food debris. 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.
Back area and bathroom ceiling tile observed water damage and missing .Repair ceiling to maintain the area in good repair to prevent pest harborag
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 employee must wash hand sign available on both kitchen hand sink. Provide
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed inside the cabinet with dry goods employee shoes on the counter with baking sheet pan and in the front counter on the ground througout the establishment .. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. ***need to increase services(twice a week three times a week or daily) until the situation is brought under control(no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues
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.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed staff working on RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain
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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed entire scoop handle inside sugar. Person in charge corrected Observed 1/6 inch size hotel pan containers used to scoop flour from bulk . Discontinue and provide handle utensil
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Containers with marinade chicken observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a miimum of 6 inches off the ground. Remove foods from open can and store 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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Broccoli Mushrooms peppers slice deli meat and cheese cheese with elevated temperatures between 49-50F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Hamburger patties inside of the single door flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 46F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Foods to be removed form the unit and placed into a different refrigeration unit. Raw chicken wings observed being left out at room temperature (49F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F
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.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple containers of prep foods observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep before opening today.Provide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator
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 prep unit observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide a thermometer to all the refrigerator unit missing a 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage shelves observed visibly soiled and food spills. 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Floor throughout the establishment inside walk -ins observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove Walls and ceiling observed visibly soiled with food debris. 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.
Back area and bathroom ceiling tile observed water damage and missing .Repair ceiling to maintain the area in good repair to prevent pest harborag
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 employee must wash hand sign available on both kitchen hand sink. Provide
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed inside the cabinet with dry goods employee shoes on the counter with baking sheet pan and in the front counter on the ground througout the establishment .. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. ***need to increase services(twice a week three times a week or daily) until the situation is brought under control(no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues
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, Feb 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 30, 2025
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 22, 2025
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Faucet at the front service hand sink is cracked and leaking. 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 12, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Open carton of raw whole shell eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat foods. Discontinue and store all foods appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sliced deli cheese meats and other food products inside of the walk-in cooler with elevated temperatures between 49-52F. Technician had been on site but wak-in still does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and disocontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a tmperature of below 41F. Technician is schuduled to be on site today 2/5/2025.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walk-in cooler with a slightly elevated temperature around 47F possibly due to the door being left open for an extended period of time. Card board being used to line several storage shelves in the back preparation room. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Address and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Technician called at the time of the 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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Open carton of raw whole shell eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat foods. Discontinue and store all foods appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
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
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper 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.
Containers of meats observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a miimum of 6 inches off the ground.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Bag of frozen shrimp observed being left out at room temperature to defrost. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sliced deli cheese meats and other food products inside of the walk-in cooler with elevated temperatures between 49-52F. Technician had been on site but wak-in still does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and disocontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a tmperature of below 41F. Technician is schuduled to be on site today 2/5/2025.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walk-in cooler with a slightly elevated temperature around 47F possibly due to the door being left open for an extended period of time. Card board being used to line several storage shelves in the back preparation room. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Address and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Technician called at the time of the 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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage shelves where bags of flour are being stored visibly soiled and food spills. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Single use to go containers observed being stored directly under the drainage pipes to the front service hand sink. Discontinue and store all to go containers in a clean adn protected manner.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from 10/2024. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-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.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed where the bags of flour are being stored. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report.
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Open carton of raw whole shell eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat foods. Discontinue and store all foods appropriately to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
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
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper 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.
Containers of meats observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a miimum of 6 inches off the ground.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Bag of frozen shrimp observed being left out at room temperature to defrost. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Sliced deli meats and cheese cheese with elevated temperatures between 47-50F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Hamburger patties and other meats inside of the single door flip top cooler with elevated temperatures between 50-55F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Foods to be removed form the unit and placed into a different refrigeration unit. Raw chicken wings observed being left out at room temperature (59F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Trash receptacle damaged adn cracked. Replace. Walk-in cooler with a slightly elevated temperature around 47F possibly due to the door being left open for an extended period of time. Card board being used to line several storage shelves in the back preparation room. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Address and discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Technician called at the time of the 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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage shelves where bags of flour are being stored visibly soiled and food spills. 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-903.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Single use to go containers observed being stored directly under the drainage pipes to the front service hand sink. Discontinue and store all to go containers in a clean adn protected manner.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from 10/2024. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-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.
Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed where the bags of flour are being stored. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report.
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, Jan 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 17, 2024
Passed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper 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.
Containers of chicken and other foods observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Address and ensure all foods are being maintained a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Shaved meat inside of the single door cooler near stove top with an elevated temperature of 52F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Stainless steel barrier in between the wash rinse and sanitize bay of the 3 compartment sink is not sealed allowing water into both bays as the sink is being filled. Address and make any necessary repairs. Single door refrigeration unit near the stove top does not appear to be functioning properly. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. All foods to be removed from the unit until repairs have been made or replaced. Cardboard being used to line several storage shelves in teh main kitchen area. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth to help minimize any roach activity.
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
Excess ice build up observed on the compressor of the single door refrigeration unit near the stove top. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was operating at below 41F at the time of the visit.
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.
Hand sink in the main preparation area not draining properly. Front service hand sink is not draining proeprly. Address and make any necessary repairs to both sinks.
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 observed on storage shelves in the rear near the coffin style freezers. Clean to remove. Evidence of some roach activity noted during the course of the visit. Address and provide an up to date pest control 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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dead mouse observed on glue board near the rear storage shelves. Address and remove.
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, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 9, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper 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.
Containers of chicken and other foods observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Address and ensure all foods are being maintained a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Shaved meat inside of the single door cooler near stove top with an elevated temperature of 52F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Stainless steel barrier in between the wash rinse and sanitize bay of the 3 compartment sink is not sealed allowing water into both bays as the sink is being filled. Address and make any necessary repairs. Single door refrigeration unit near the stove top does not appear to be functioning properly. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. All foods to be removed from the unit until repairs have been made or replaced. Cardboard being used to line several storage shelves in teh main kitchen area. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth to help minimize any roach activity.
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
Excess ice build up observed on teh compressor of the single door refrigeration unit near the stove top. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was operating at below 41F at the time of the visit.
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.
Hand sink in the main preparation area not draining properly. Front service hand sink is not draining proeprly. Address and make any necessary repairs to both sinks.
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 observed on storage shelves in the rear near the coffin style freezers. Clean to remove. Evidence of some roach activity noted during the course of the visit. Address and provide an up to date pest control 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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dead mouse observed on glue board near the rear storage shelves. Address and remove.
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, Sep 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 3, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Test kits on site are for quaternary ammonia chlorine is currently being used in the 2 bay sink / Provide chlorine test kits or use quaternary ammonia
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Back hand sink with items in the basin / Discontinue and ensure hand sink remains free and clear 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling of walk in with visible dust / 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 24, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Test kits on site are for quaternary ammonia chlorine is currently being used in the 2 bay sink / Provide chlorine test kits or use quaternary ammonia
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Back hand sink with items in the basin / Discontinue and ensure hand sink remains free and clear 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling of walk in with visible dust / 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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution. 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.
No equipment thermometer observed inside of the small Pepsi cooler. Provide.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Small single door flip top cooler near the flat top grill with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioninig properly at the time of the inspection. Back of the compressor to the walk-in cooler with excess frost build-up. Defrost and 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.
Small hand sink near the walk-in cooler with a slow drain. 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
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct. 2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date.
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.
No soap located at the hadn sink near the front service station. Provide.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
2024 Health Permit fees have not yet been paid. Management/owner is to provide payment in full for the 2024 Health premit prior to the re-inspection being conducted.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 29, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Small hand sink near the walk-in cooler with a slow drain. 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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution. 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.
No equipment thermometer observed inside of the small Pepsi cooler. Provide.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Small single door flip top cooler near the flat top grill with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioninig properly at the time of the inspection. Back of the compressor to the walk-in cooler with excess frost build-up. Defrost and 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct. 2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date.
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.
No soap located at the hadn sink near the front service station. Provide.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
2024 Health Permit fees have not yet been paid. Management/owner is to provide payment in full for the 2024 Health premit prior to the re-inspection being conducted.
In plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.