Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
12 inspections
Inspection
Jun 29, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Upon reinspection a text message chain has been presented from a licensed plumber but no work or contract has been presented. Have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 8, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Employees observed handling food without effective hair restraints; provide effective hair restraints for food handlers at all times. Corrected on site by the PIC.
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.
The person in charge who is a certified food protection manager was unable to answer questions about food safety temperatures (cold holding hot holding minimum cooking temperatures) illness policy and was not able to set up the three compartment sink with bleach sanitizer without guidance and assistance of the Health Inspector; the person in charge should be knowledgeable about food safety illness policy and sanitization. Informational documents will be emailed to the PIC please review and study them.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Multiple cold holding units missing internal thermometers; provide thermometers in all cold holding units in conspicuous locations.
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.
Location does not have a working food thermometer; provide a working thin stemmed food thermometer capable of measuring cold and hot foods.
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The handwashing sink next to the ice machine in the rear of the establishment has no soap no approved hand drying device and the basin was blocked by staff's personal belongings stored in the basin; handwashing sinks should be available and fully stocked 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Upon reinspection a text message chain has been presented from a licensed plumber but no work or contract has been presented. Have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
The bathroom lacks required handwashing signage; 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 1, 2026
Failed
9 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Employees observed handling food without effective hair restraints; provide effective hair restraints for food handlers at all times. Corrected on site by the PIC.
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.
The person in charge who is a certified food protection manager was unable to answer questions about food safety temperatures (cold holding hot holding minimum cooking temperatures) illness policy and was not able to set up the three compartment sink with bleach sanitizer without guidance and assistance of the Health Inspector; the person in charge should be knowledgeable about food safety illness policy and sanitization. Informational documents will be emailed to the PIC please review and study them.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Multiple cold holding units missing internal thermometers; provide thermometers in all cold holding units in conspicuous locations.
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.
Location does not have a working food thermometer; provide a working thin stemmed food thermometer capable of measuring cold and hot foods.
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The handwashing sink next to the ice machine in the rear of the establishment has no soap no approved hand drying device and the basin was blocked by staff's personal belongings stored in the basin; handwashing sinks should be available and fully stocked 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
At the dedicated food prep sink no indirect connection to the waste water system observed; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
The bathroom lacks required handwashing signage; 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 15, 2025
Report filed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handler without hair restraint. Provide hairtnets. Corrected on site.
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.
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
Black mold-like substance on interior chute of ice machine. Clean and sanitize.
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
Spills and soils in dairy refrigerator at service counter. Clean and sanitize.
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.
Leak under rinse bay of 3 compartment sink. Repair as needed. Keep floor clean and dry; discard catch water.
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
Broken and missing tiles on floor of food prep area. Repair as needed for smooth cleanable flooring. Most tiles shave been replaced. Last tiles to be completed later today.
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, Aug 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 7, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food handler without hair restraint. Provide hairtnets. Corrected on site.
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.
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
Black mold-like substance on interior chute of ice machine. Clean and sanitize.
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
Spills and soils in dairy refrigerator at service counter. Clean and sanitize.
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.
Leak under rinse bay of 3 compartment sink. Repair as needed. Keep floor clean and dry; discard catch water.
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
Broken and missing tiles on floor of food prep area. Repair as needed for smooth cleanable flooring.
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, Aug 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 10, 2025
Report filed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-202.110-POther
Official wording
Juice Treated-Commercially Processed (P)
Inspector’s notes
CUps of fresh squeezed orange juice for self-service in retail refrigerator. Squeezed juice must be pasteurized or labeled that it is unpasteurized. Unpasteurized juice must be squeezed to order. Removed by PIC.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Fresh squeezed orange juice for self-service without labels. Labeling guidance provided via email.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Broken floor tiles in food prep area. Repair as needed for smooth cleanable surface. Repair pending
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 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 3, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-202.110-POther
Official wording
Juice Treated-Commercially Processed (P)
Inspector’s notes
CUps of fresh squeezed orange juice for self-service in retail refrigerator. Squeezed juice must be pasteurized or labeled that it is unpasteurized. Unpasteurized juice must be squeezed to order. Removed by PIC.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Fresh squeezed orange juice for self-service without labels. Labeling guidance provided via email.
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Broken floor tiles in food prep area. Repair as needed for smooth cleanable surface.
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 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 16, 2024
Report filed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep staff not wearing hair restraint. Provide hat or hairnet for food handler staff. Hairnets on order
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Yummu Mummy baked goods for self-service sale without complete labels. Provide labels for all grab and go food items.
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.
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
Interior of ice machine with pink mold-like substance. Cleana nd maintain.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash sink in food prep area blocked by ice buckets. Keep hand sinks clear at all times for hand washing. Staff washing at hand sink near oven.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 9, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s notes
Food prep staff not wearing hair restraint. Provide hat or hairnet for food handler staff.
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Yummu Mummy baked goods for self-service sale without complete labels. Provide labels for all grab and go food items.
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.
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
Interior of ice machine with pink mold-like substance. Cleana nd maintain.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Hand wash sink in food prep area blocked by ice buckets. Keep hand sinks clear at all times for hand washing. Staff washing at hand sink near oven.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 18, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cups of commercially pasteurized orange juice for self-service sale without labels. Provide labels for retail foods packed in-house.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Spills and debris in service line dairy refrigerator under and behind refrigerator and under antique stove next to oven. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 11, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Cups of commercially pasteurized orange juice for self-service sale without labels. Provide labels for retail foods packed in-house.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Spills and debris in service line dairy refrigerator under and behind refrigerator and under antique stove next to oven. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Only handwashing sink in the prep area has been in disrepair. Violation was noted on the previous inspection and was repaired at the time of the reinspection. The only other handwashing sink is located at the front service area Make proper repairs by a licensed plumber to the handwashing sink
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.
Pipe below handwashing sink in the prep area is broken and not connected Make repairs by a licensed plumber- Provide invoice for 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple ceiling tiles missing in back prep area- 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.