Inspection
Apr 30, 2026
12 recorded violations
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
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.
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Spoons on prep line stored in standing water Wooden spoon stored in liquid in rear prep
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.
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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food storage in back hallways outside of bathroom facilities Food storage above mop sink
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
Items stored on top of ice machine Milk crates
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.
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Food Labels (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food containers not labeled
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
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Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on interior of ice machine
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.
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Equipment and Utensils Air-Drying Required (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wet nesting clean food contacts above 3 bay sink
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.
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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Stains in hand sink basin in front area and item in hand sink in back prep/ware washing
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.
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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up on floor walls ceiling and attachments in food prep/ware washing/storage areas
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Both front doors open
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
No cover on drain at mop sink
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 30, 2026 · Original Source