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The full inspection history
13 inspections
Inspection
Apr 30, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure the name on the current food safety certificate matches that of the allergen awareness certificate
In plain English
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.
Remove hood vents with stubborn stains and soak overnight as discussed
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, Apr 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure the name on the current food safety certificate matches that of the allergen awareness certificate
In plain English
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
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.
Remove hood vents with stubborn stains and soak overnight as discussed
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, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
In plain English
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 30, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods inside upright 2 door refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain raw and ready eat foos seperately in units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 heavy food debris / spills inside 2 door refrigerated and food build up on rice bulk container. Clean to remove all spills / 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed spills on floor in kitchen. Clean with frequency to prevent 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 30, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 23, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods inside upright 2 door refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain raw and ready eat foos seperately in units. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 heavy food debris / spills inside 2 door refrigerated and food build up on rice bulk container. Clean to remove all spills / 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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed spills on floor in kitchen. Clean with frequency to prevent 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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut tomatoes / pasta stored inside upright refrigerated unit between 46F-48F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed chlorine used for sanitizer without test strips. Provide chlorine test strips for appropriate testing of sanitizer. Tested with inspector strip - Chlorine 100ppm
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed paper towels dispenser not working at kitchen hand sink. Repair and ensure towels are dispensing for proper hand drying Observed drain plugs missing from 3 bay compartment sink. Provide a drain plug for each compartment sink Observed door gaskets damaged on upright 2 door refrigerated unit (meat unit). Replace door gaskets to ensure tight fitting
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.
Observed live roach on microwave. Instructed PIC to contact licensed pest company for immediate services
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cut tomatoes / pasta stored inside upright refrigerated unit between 46F-48F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed chlorine used for sanitizer without test strips. Provide chlorine test strips for appropriate testing of sanitizer. Tested with inspector strip - Chlorine 100ppm
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 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed paper towels dispenser not working at kitchen hand sink. Repair and ensure towels are dispensing for proper hand drying Observed drain plugs missing from 3 bay compartment sink. Provide a drain plug for each compartment sink Observed door gaskets damaged on upright 2 door refrigerated unit (meat unit). Replace door gaskets to ensure tight fitting
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.
Observed live roach on microwave. Instructed PIC to contact licensed pest company for immediate services
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cooked shredded chicken stored in refrigerated unit @ 49F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed / stored in refrigerated unit @ 39F.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed glue board with dead roaches / insects. Remove and contact licensed pest control for immediate services and provide detailed report. PIC removed
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hood sticker expired April 2024. Discussed with PIC to maintain proper maintenance for hood cleaning. PIC left message while on site. Instructed PIC to submit cleaning date to the Health Division upon scheduling
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed cooked shredded chicken stored in refrigerated unit @ 49F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed / stored in refrigerated unit @ 39F.
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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed glue board with dead roaches / insects. Remove and contact licensed pest control for immediate services and provide detailed report. PIC removed
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed hood sticker expired April 2024. Discussed with PIC to maintain proper maintenance for hood cleaning. PIC left message while on site. Instructed PIC to submit cleaning date to the Health Division upon scheduling
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, Jul 11, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 4, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
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 soils inside deep freezer. Clean to remove all 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.
Observed boxes and clutter in trash area. Remove and maintain clean and accessible
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.
Observed hanging fly strip in establishment. Remove and contact licensed pest control for services. Provide report
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 4, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 26, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
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 soils inside deep freezer. Clean to remove all 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.
Observed boxes and clutter in trash area. Remove and maintain clean and accessible
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.
Observed hanging fly strip in establishment. Remove and contact licensed pest control for services. Provide report
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 26, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 15, 2023
Passed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed spaghetti @ 120F stored at steam table. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC added water to steam table and reheated. 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.
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 blood spills in 2 door refrigerated unit in kitchen and inside upright freezer in basement; food spills in hot holding cabinet at front counter. Clean to remove all spills
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease build up on walls near fryolator. Clean to remove all grease.
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.
Observed live roach in kitchen on counter. PIC provided most recent pest report (12/6/23) indicated same findings. Instructed PIC to inquire on weekly pest services until remedied.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 15, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2023
Failed
5 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed spaghetti @ 120F stored at steam table. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC added water to steam table and reheated. 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.
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 blood spills in 2 door refrigerated unit in kitchen and inside upright freezer in basement; food spills in hot holding cabinet at front counter. Clean to remove all spills
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed grease build up on walls near fryolator. Clean to remove all grease.
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.
Observed live roach in kitchen on counter. PIC provided most recent pest report (12/6/23) indicated same findings. Instructed PIC to inquire on weekly pest services until remedied.
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.