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The Westin Boston Waterfront

425 Summer St

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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16 inspections

Inspection

Jul 23, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide pest reports for services rendered 2x per week for review; Reviewed 7/3 - 7/13 while on site - report with notation of rodent captures remains - Instructed PIC to increase services and submit detailed IPM report to the Health Division for review

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 23, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 14, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple low boy units operating between 45F-50F inside main kitchen. Repair or Replace in order to maintain cold holding temperatures @ 41F or below

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide pest reports for services rendered 2x per week for review; Reviewed 7/3 - 7/13 while on site - report with notation of rodent captures remains - Instructed PIC to increase services and submit detailed IPM report to the Health Division for review

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 30, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

9 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer in banquet kitchen and open bags of dry good produtcs inside main kitchen pantry. Remove and store elevated at least 6" off the floor and remove all open products into protective bulk containers with labels

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items stored between 45-65F in multiple low boy units throughout main kitchen with temperatures @ 50F (Cole slaw / Sliced Turkey / Corn Beef / Sliced Cucumbers / yogurt parfait (buffet) / cut melon (buffet). Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure cold holding is maintained @ 41F or below. COS

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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

Observed multiple ready to eat food items stored in walk in unit over 24hrs without labels and date marking. Provide label / date marking on all ready to eat food items stored and held over 24hrs

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple low boy units operating between 45F-50F inside main kitchen. Repair or Replace in order to maintain cold holding temperatures @ 41F or below

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
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

Observed mold like substances inside ice machines in main kitchen and banquet kitchen. Thoroughly clean to remove all mold-like substances **Observed food spills / splatter on bulk containers pull out drawer units (used / not used) in main kitchen at grill stations and spills on plastic bottles in food pantry.Thoroughly clean all stated equipment in specified 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sink blocked by dunning rack in Pastry shop. Remove and ensure handsink is clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS

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.

More about handwashing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels at handsink #2 inside banquet kitchen. Discussed with PIC to ensure handsinks are fully stocked with paper towels at all times. COS

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide pest reports for services rendered 2x per week for review; Reviewed 6/25 report with notation of rodent captures - Instructed PIC to increase services and submit detailed IPM report to the Health Division for review

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy soil / grease build up on exterior of grease trap and floor. Clean with frequency to prevent pest attraction

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 23, 2026

Failed

9 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer in banquet kitchen and open bags of dry good produtcs inside main kitchen pantry. Remove and store elevated at least 6" off the floor and remove all open products into protective bulk containers with labels

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items stored between 45-65F in multiple low boy units throughout main kitchen with temperatures @ 50F (Cole slaw / Sliced Turkey / Corn Beef / Sliced Cucumbers / yogurt parfait (buffet) / cut melon (buffet). Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure cold holding is maintained @ 41F or below. COS

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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

Observed multiple ready to eat food items stored in walk in unit over 24hrs without labels and date marking. Provide label / date marking on all ready to eat food items stored and held over 24hrs

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple low boy units operating between 45F-50F inside main kitchen. Repair or Replace in order to maintain cold holding temperatures @ 41F or below

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
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

Observed mold like substances inside ice machines in main kitchen and banquet kitchen. Thoroughly clean to remove all mold-like substances **Observed food spills / splatter on bulk containers pull out drawer units (used / not used) in main kitchen at grill stations and spills on plastic bottles in food pantry.Thoroughly clean all stated equipment in specified 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand sink blocked by dunning rack in Pastry shop. Remove and ensure handsink is clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS

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.

More about handwashing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no paper towels at handsink #2 inside banquet kitchen. Discussed with PIC to ensure handsinks are fully stocked with paper towels at all times. COS

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.

More about handwashing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Provide pest reports for services rendered 2x per week for review

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy soil / grease build up on exterior of grease trap and floor. Clean with frequency to prevent pest attraction

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 21, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw cut salmon and lobster meat stored in reach in units @ 44F. Discussed with PIC to ensure all cold holding is maintained @ 41F or below. PIC voluntarily disposed

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed upright 2 door freezer (12) with soils / spills. Clean to remove all spills and soils

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 9, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed raw cut salmon and lobster meat stored in reach in units @ 44F. Discussed with PIC to ensure all cold holding is maintained @ 41F or below. PIC voluntarily disposed

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed upright 2 door freezer (12) with soils / spills. Clean to remove all spills and soils

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 9, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 20, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavy soils debri and mold substance observed inside the ice machine. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed plaster and debri from the wall chipping inside the walk in unit. Repair.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 8, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Heavy soils debri and mold substance observed inside the ice machine. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed plaster and debri from the wall chipping inside the walk in unit. Repair.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 24, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Staff observed without hair restraints in the kitchen. Provide at all times

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 6, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 6, 2024 · 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

Jun 6, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 1, 2023

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

The high temp dish machine is out of service due to an element fire in the machine. Provide repairs as needed Alternate machine in the banquet kitchen to be used. 3 bay sink also availble Upon re-inspection a service call has been placed machine is out of service. PIC will contact ISD Health with a repair timeline

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 1, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 19, 2023

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fire in the high temp dish machine element burned. Chemical fire extinguisher discharged(powder residue through much of the kitchen) Brief loss of power(power back on) No smoke or soot residue observed Society kitchen Voluntarily Closed per Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast. Provide all necessary cleaning from a professional cleaning company submit all cleaning documentation be re-inspected by Health for approval to re-open.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

The high temp dish machine is out of service due to an element fire in the machine. Provide repairs as needed Alternate machine in the banquet kitchen to be used. 3 bay sink also availble Upon re-inspection a service call has been placed machine is out of service. PIC will contact ISD Health with a repair timeline

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean/sanitize/disinfect all equipment counters tables wares floors walls ceiling to remove all evidence of chemical fire extinguisher discharge. PIC stating Integrity cleaning service is en route PIC also instructed to provide all cleaning documentation upon 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fire in the dish room powder extinguisher disharged. Denature/discard all exposed food items

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 19, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 19, 2023

Voluntarily closed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fire in the high temp dish machine element burned. Chemical fire extinguisher discharged(powder residue through much of the kitchen) Brief loss of power(power back on) No smoke or soot residue observed Society kitchen Voluntarily Closed per Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast. Provide all necessary cleaning from a professional cleaning company submit all cleaning documentation be re-inspected by Health for approval to re-open.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

The high temp dish machine is out of service due to an element fire in the machine. Provide repairs as needed Alternate machine in the banquet kitchen to be used. 3 bay sink also availble

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean/sanitize/disinfect all equipment counters tables wares floors walls ceiling to remove all evidence of chemical fire extinguisher discharge. PIC stating Integrity cleaning service is en route PIC also instructed to provide all cleaning documentation upon 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Fire in the dish room powder extinguisher disharged. Denature/discard all exposed food items

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 19, 2023 · Original Source

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