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13 inspections

Inspection

Jul 21, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a bucket of stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Turned on the water and noticed a leak. Remove stagnant water and repair water leak.

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
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold like substance on the walls behind the high temp dishmachine. Clean walls in the warewash area. Observed debris on the shelving under the window in the kitchen area. Clean and organize shelves. Observed debris on top of both dishmachines. Clean the tops of both dishmachines to remove debris. Observed food items on the floor in the walk in refrigeration unit in the prep area located in the basement. Clean and remove food off of floor. Observed debris inside the grease storage area. Clean to remove all debris and recommend powerwashing to remove any grease build up.

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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No towels or means to dry hands at the hand sink in the prep area located in the basement.

In plain English

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

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

Inspection

Jul 13, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a bucket of stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Turned on the water and noticed a leak. Remove stagnant water and repair water leak.

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
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mold like substance on the walls behind the high temp dishmachine. Clean walls in the warewash area. Observed debris on the shelving under the window in the kitchen area. Clean and organize shelves. Observed debris on top of both dishmachines. Clean the tops of both dishmachines to remove debris. Observed food items on the floor in the walk in refrigeration unit in the prep area located in the basement. Clean and remove food off of floor. Observed debris inside the grease storage area. Clean to remove all debris and recommend powerwashing to remove any grease build up.

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 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No towels or means to dry hands at the hand sink in the prep area located in the basement.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 9, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-306.13-POther

Official wording

(A) Consumer Self-Service Operations (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bagels muffins and pastry's on the buffet table with no protection or covering. PIC was able to provide receipt of new display case.

In plain English

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

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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 milk yogurt and fruit not being stored in proper food service grade containers. Please provide food service grade containers that are approved to hold food items under 41F or below without mechanical refrigeration. Please email over the specs on this equipment.

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 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine. Please use the 3 bay sink until this has been repaired. PIC stated that the technician was on his way to repair high temp dishmachine. PIC will send photos/video and invoice after the repair.

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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm PIC stated that the technician will be repairing this today. Will send photo.

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, Mar 9, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 3, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-306.13-POther

Official wording

(A) Consumer Self-Service Operations (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bagels muffins and pastry's on the buffet table with no protection or covering. PIC was able to provide receipt of new display case.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
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 milk yogurt and fruit not being stored in proper food service grade containers. Please provide food service grade containers that are approved to hold food items under 41F or below without mechanical refrigeration. Please email over the specs on this equipment.

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 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine. Please use the 3 bay sink until this has been repaired. PIC stated that the technician was on his way to repair high temp dishmachine. PIC will send photos/video and invoice after the repair.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled walls in the warewash area. Remove posters and clean walls to remove soil. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. 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 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a lot of items being stored in the trash area. PIC stated they were having the HVAC system repaired. Remove any unnessary items clean and organize the outdoor trash area.

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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm PIC stated that the technician will be repairing this today. Will send photo.

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, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 24, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed soiled walls in the warewash area. Remove posters and clean walls to remove soil. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. 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 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a lot of items being stored in the trash area. PIC stated they were having the HVAC system repaired. Remove any unnessary items clean and organize the outdoor trash area.

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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed broken tiles on the wall in the warewash area. Ensure walls are smooth durable and cleanable. Repair tiles. Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm

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, Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 1, 2025

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Commercially ROP packaged fish thawing in wrapper. Corrected on site.

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 590.003/3-502.11-PFOther

Official wording

Variance Requirement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Acidified chilis at 75F at sushi bar. Voluntarily discarded. This item is not on HACCP plan or included in variance. Apply for variance or discontinue. PIC voluntarily discarded.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing drop tiles in basement prep missing wall tile on wall at wait station broken tile to right of cookline first floor kitchen window black flaking off onto equipment storage in first floor kitchen Clean and resurface/Replace.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.008/8-103.12-PFOther

Official wording

Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rice log not up to date upon inspection. Retrain staff.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 21, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Commercially ROP packaged fish thawing in wrapper. Corrected on site.

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 590.003/3-502.11-PFOther

Official wording

Variance Requirement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Acidified chilis at 75F at sushi bar. Voluntarily discarded. This item is not on HACCP plan or included in variance. Apply for variance or discontinue. PIC voluntarily discarded.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing drop tiles in basement prep missing wall tile on wall at wait station broken tile to right of cookline first floor kitchen window black flaking off onto equipment storage in first floor kitchen Clean and resurface/Replace.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.008/8-103.12-PFOther

Official wording

Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rice log not up to date upon inspection. Retrain staff.

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 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 21, 2025

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the interiors of the light shields to remove stains & debris.

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 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace the missing ceiling tiles above the walk in unit.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 24, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp rinse guage reading 122-125F.Repair Maintain rinse temp 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Disk reading in compliance Wash temp 154F Alternate machines available

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
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s notes

Provide an air gap at the 3 bay 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Live roaches observed at the entrance to the storage room.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location

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, Oct 24, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 11, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp rinse guage reading 122-125F.Repair Maintain rinse temp 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Disk reading in compliance Wash temp 154F Alternate machines available

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
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s notes

Provide an air gap at the 3 bay 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Live roaches observed at the entrance to the storage room.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location

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, Oct 11, 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

Nov 30, 2023

Passed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Establishment is producing Sorbet. Provide a frozen dessert and manufacturing license on the Health permit. Provide recipes & machine specifications to the Health department fo review. Provide lab testing monthly Above items will be discussed at the ISD Health office Manager will be notified if further action is needed.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Shell stock tags not stored in chronological order or date marked with last sold/served. Maintain shellstock tags in chronological order for 90 days with datemarking of last served/sold.

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
minorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature

Official wording

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine rinse guage not operating properly.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Temp disk reading 167F OK to use machine Repair LED guage

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Center Handwash station fixture(cold) observed leaking.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, Nov 30, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 2, 2023

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Establishment is producing Sorbet. Provide a frozen dessert and manufacturing license on the Health permit. Provide recipes & machine specifications to the Health department fo review. Provide lab testing monthly Above items will be discussed at the ISD Health office Manager will be notified if further action is needed.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Shell stock tags not stored in chronological order or date marked with last sold/served. Maintain shellstock tags in chronological order for 90 days with datemarking of last served/sold.

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
minorCode 590.004/4-502.11-CFood temperature

Official wording

(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine rinse guage not operating properly.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Temp disk reading 167F OK to use machine Repair LED guage

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Center Handwash station fixture(cold) observed leaking.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, Nov 2, 2023 · Original Source

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