Inspection
Sep 28, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 28, 2026 · Original Source
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278 Hanover St
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Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post PIC's food safety certificate on site - Ensure to have a current receipt from your pest control company for this Fridays reinspection
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
7 recorded violations
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post PIC's food safety certificate on site - Ensure to have a current receipt from your pest control company for this Fridays reinspection
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean soiled vents in the hood system
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean behind and in between all refrigeration / freezer units as well as all cooking equipment in the kitchen from grease and visible food spills
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 problemsOutside Receptacles (C)
Ensure lids to the trash receptacles are closed tightly after each use - clean to remove all loose trash and debris where needed
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean floors and walls behind all cooking equipment on the line where needed from visible food spills
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean the blades of all ceiling fan blades where needed
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 issuesControlling Pests (Pf)
Rodent droppings noted in the common alleyway where trash is stored alongside the piblic library - Address
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean soiled vents in the hood system
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean behind and in between all refrigeration / freezer units as well as all cooking equipment in the kitchen from grease and visible food spills
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 problemsOutside Receptacles (C)
Ensure lids to the trash receptacles are closed tightly after each use - clean to remove all loose trash and debris where needed
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean floors and walls behind all cooking equipment on the line where needed from visible food spills
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)
Clean the blades of all ceiling fan blades where needed
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 issuesControlling Pests (Pf)
Rodent droppings noted in the common alleyway where trash is stored alongside the piblic library - Address
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean to remove grease and grime where needed
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 issuesService Sink (C)
Maintain clean after use
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOutdoor Storage Surface (C)
Repair visible holes and cracks in the alleyway where eneeded
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (Pf)
Rodent activity noted in the alleywat - Address with your pest control company as discussed
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Clean to remove grease and grime where needed
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 issuesService Sink (C)
Maintain clean after use
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOutdoor Storage Surface (C)
Repair visible holes and cracks in the alleyway where eneeded
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingControlling Pests (Pf)
Rodent activity noted in the alleywat - Address with your pest control company as discussed
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
10 recorded violations
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post both your " food safety and allergen awareness " certificates with matching names on site as discussed
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesWiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
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 problemsFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Discontinue to store foods in with the soiled aprons - seperate the two clearly to reduce potential contamination
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 contaminationSponges Use Limitation (C)
Do not keep sponges inside the three bay sink - do not use when cleaning pots pans and utensils
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWood Use Limitation (C)
Remove and / or replace the wooden pizza spatula
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingEquipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)
Remove all utensils compromised with burnt edges and splintered handles
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 issuesFood-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Remove all compromised cutting boards that have deep lacerations making it almost impossible to properly clean - replace where needed
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Remove and clean the two heavily soiled vents directly above the char grill
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean iknside / outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soikls
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 problemsSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean the floors walls and ceiling tiles as well as the blades to the ceiling fans from all visible soils in the kitchen / prep area
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
10 recorded violations
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post both your " food safety and allergen awareness " certificates with matching names on site as discussed
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesWiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
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 problemsFood Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Discontinue to store foods in with the soiled aprons - seperate the two clearly to reduce potential contamination
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 contaminationSponges Use Limitation (C)
Do not keep sponges inside the three bay sink - do not use when cleaning pots pans and utensils
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingWood Use Limitation (C)
Remove and / or replace the wooden pizza spatula
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingEquipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)
Remove all utensils compromised with burnt edges and splintered handles
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 issuesFood-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Remove all compromised cutting boards that have deep lacerations making it almost impossible to properly clean - replace where needed
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 problemsVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Remove and clean the two heavily soiled vents directly above the char grill
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 issuesNonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean iknside / outside of all freezer / refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soikls
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 problemsSurface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Clean the floors walls and ceiling tiles as well as the blades to the ceiling fans from all visible soils in the kitchen / prep area
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post current copy of both your food safety and allergen awareness on site
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesConsumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Make all necessary changes to all menu oitems offered undercooked with the proper disclosure / reminder as discussed during the interview
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 temperatureVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Remove to cleran all visible grease and grime on the hood vents where needed
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 issuesProhibiting Animals (Pf)
Remove cal from the basement area of the building
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post current copy of both your food safety and allergen awareness on site
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesConsumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Make all necessary changes to all menu oitems offered undercooked with the proper disclosure / reminder as discussed during the interview
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 temperatureVentilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Remove to cleran all visible grease and grime on the hood vents where needed
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 issuesProhibiting Animals (Pf)
Remove cal from the basement area of the building
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)
Exchange aprons on all prep cooks once there is a visible accumulation of visible soils
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 problemsEffectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
All staff working / preparing food shall have on a proper hair restraint as we discussed
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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post a copy of ypour current food safety certificate on site - do not use the same certificate as your sister restaurant has on site
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesConsumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
New menu is missing the proper consumer advisory on the " Specials Menu" address
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 temperatureDrain boards (C)
Expand the area for air drying large pots and pans - do not stack on top of one another - allow then to be inverted and drip inside the three bay sink as we discussed
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
Post " Hand Washing On ly" Sign by all designated hand sinks
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
6 recorded violations
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)
Exchange aprons on all prep cooks once there is a visible accumulation of visible soils
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 problemsEffectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
All staff working / preparing food shall have on a proper hair restraint as we discussed
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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post a copy of ypour current food safety certificate on site - do not use the same certificate as your sister restaurant has on site
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesConsumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
New menu is missing the proper consumer advisory on the " Specials Menu" address
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 temperatureDrain boards (C)
Expand the area for air drying large pots and pans - do not stack on top of one another - allow then to be inverted and drip inside the three bay sink as we discussed
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsHandwashing Signage (C)
Post " Hand Washing On ly" Sign by all designated hand sinks
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 9, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Post copy of current food safety certificate on site as discussed
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 29, 2024 · Original Source
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