Containers of raw chicken observed being stored at the 3 bay sink where soiled dishes are to be placed. Disontinue and store all foods in a clean and protecte manner.
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.
Small previously frozen dumplings observed being defrosted at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
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 raw chicken observed being stored at the 3 bay sink where soiled dishes are to be placed. Disontinue and store all foods in a clean and protecte manner.
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.
Small previously frozen dumplings observed being defrosted at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Small plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
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, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 23, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Please clean in place equipment in kitchen. Shelves on cooking line. Please have staff do this each day until the pest reports come back with no catches.
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.
PIC will need to review the pest control reports and address the notes left from the inspector. Please clean and have pest control come back out and provide a report. Last report did have two mice and some german roaches. Please walk around with pest control and note the areas that he is finding them and monitor and clean each day. Any holes that you find will need to be filled.
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, Jun 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Please clean in place equipment in kitchen. Shelves on cooking line. Please have staff do this each day until the pest reports come back with no catches.
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.
PIC will need to review the pest control reports and address the notes left from the inspector. Please clean and have pest control come back out and provide a report. Last report did have two mice and some german roaches. Please walk around with pest control and note the areas that he is finding them and monitor and clean each day. Any holes that you find will need to be filled.
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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the inplace cooking equipment shelves on the cooking line and small shelf to the left of the woks. Visibly soiled.
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
PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement stairs to the basement and under and behind cooking equipment. Please fill any holes in the walls and floor if you find any.
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.
ON stairs to basement and along the walls (behind the freezers) found rodent droppings. Please clean and had pest control inspect that 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the inplace cooking equipment shelves on the cooking line and small shelf to the left of the woks. Visibly soiled.
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
PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement stairs to the basement and under and behind cooking equipment. Please fill any holes in the walls and floor if you find any.
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.
ON stairs to basement and along the walls (behind the freezers) found rodent droppings. Please clean and had pest control inspect that 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 11, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Evidence of rodent activity and roaches in the basement on shelves and along the wall on the floor. Please clean and make all areas accessible for pest control to put traps. Please send me the last two reports. 2-25-25 PIC did do a deep cleaning on kitchen and basement. Reports state one catch. Please stay on top of the cleaning and have pest control inspect twice a month or more if you feel its needed.
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, Mar 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 25, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the exterior sides and top of the small freezer on the cooking line. Clean the shelves in the basement and also on the cooking line.
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.
Mop sink in the kitchen will need to have a door installed. PIC will need to patch any holes in the basement along the ceiling floor and pipes. Small hole on second step from the bottom has a hole with droppings on the step.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent activity and roaches in the basement on shelves and along the wall on the floor. Please clean and make all areas accessible for pest control to put traps. Please send me the last two reports. 2-25-25 PIC did do a deep cleaning on kitchen and basement. Reports state one catch. Please stay on top of the cleaning and have pest control inspect twice a month or more if you feel its needed.
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 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 18, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the exterior sides and top of the small freezer on the cooking line. Clean the shelves in the basement and also on the cooking line.
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.
Mop sink in the kitchen will need to have a door installed. PIC will need to patch any holes in the basement along the ceiling floor and pipes. Small hole on second step from the bottom has a hole with droppings on the step.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Evidence of rodent activity and roaches in the basement on shelves and along the wall on the floor. Please clean and make all areas accessible for pest control to put traps. Please send me the last two reports.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 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
PIC will need to have wiping cloth buckets set up on the cooking line for wiping cloths.
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.
I found thawing on the cooking line and in basement. Discontinue and thaw the day before under running water or cook frozen as discussed.
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
PIC will need to clean the shelves on the cooking line Inside of the two door refrigerator from water build up exterior of bulk food cantainers in the basement and cooking line.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker expired on July 2nd 2024. Please have a date when it will be cleaned.
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 will need to get a equipment thermometer for each of the refrigerators and freezers in the location. Two door unit was at 60F+ but the food inside was at or below 41F. PLease provide and check each day.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement around the water heater and grease trap. Visibly soiled.
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.
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
In basement found a electric fry zapper. As discussed it will need to be moved to a location away fron the bulk food containers and cleaned out more often.
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, Jul 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 8, 2024
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have wiping cloth buckets set up on the cooking line for wiping cloths.
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.
I found thawing on the cooking line and in basement. Discontinue and thaw the day before under running water or cook frozen as discussed.
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
PIC will need to clean the shelves on the cooking line Inside of the two door refrigerator from water build up exterior of bulk food cantainers in the basement and cooking line.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker expired on July 2nd 2024. Please have a date when it will be cleaned.
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 will need to get a equipment thermometer for each of the refrigerators and freezers in the location. Two door unit was at 60F+ but the food inside was at or below 41F. PLease provide and check each day.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement around the water heater and grease trap. Visibly soiled.
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.
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
In basement found a electric fry zapper. As discussed it will need to be moved to a location away fron the bulk food containers and cleaned out more often.
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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
PIC will need to have a sanitizer bulk set up for the wiping cloths on the cooking line and prep table.
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.
As discussed PIC will need to remove all clean and soiled equipment from the drain boards on the three bay sink to use the sink as a prep sink. The sink will need to be cleaned before and after use.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker good until March 2024
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At this time found staff doing prep and the hand sink was blocked with empty boxes. PIC will need to review with staff not to block the hand sink so hand can be washed when needed.
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.
PIC will need to repair the broken floor tile on the cooking line. Also The wall by the stairs to the basement is peeling and some mold from water damage.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor on the cooking line under and behinf cooking equipment. Visibly soiled.
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
PIC will need to have a sanitizer bulk set up for the wiping cloths on the cooking line and prep table.
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.
As discussed PIC will need to remove all clean and soiled equipment from the drain boards on the three bay sink to use the sink as a prep sink. The sink will need to be cleaned before and after use.
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.
PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker good until March 2024
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
At this time found staff doing prep and the hand sink was blocked with empty boxes. PIC will need to review with staff not to block the hand sink so hand can be washed when needed.
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.
PIC will need to repair the broken floor tile on the cooking line. Also The wall by the stairs to the basement is peeling and some mold from water damage.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean the floor on the cooking line under and behinf cooking equipment. Visibly soiled.
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.