Retail Food · Boston, MA

Whole Foods Market

Name: Whole Foods Market
Address: 15 Westland Av, Boston, MA

15 Westland Av

Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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18 inspections

Inspection

Jul 16, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-403.12-COther

Official wording

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

Inspector’s notes

HVAC unit on roof with condensation drain that drains directly onto roof that appears to be leaking properly plumb condensation to drain indirectly to roof drain in close proximity.

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

Floor in back of the house storage areas not smooth durable and easily cleanable. Water damaged ceiling surfaces in retail area next to salad bar with visible dripping water into buckets and stained surfaces. Water damaged ceiling surfaces above sandwich/deli meats unit. Determine source of any and all moisture and water and make all necessary permanent repairs.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Unsecured propane tanks on roof in HVAC area. Remove/properly secure. Disconnected Parking pay portals on roof in HVAC area. Remove.

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

The roof above the establishment on the first floor of the parking garage appears to be leaking into the retail level. Determine source of moisture and make all necessary repairs. Roof area with HVAC units appears to not be secure. PIC states an unknown individual intentionally plugged roof drain with an empty cup and turned on a garden hose and let it run to inundate the area with water and during recent rain causing excess water on roof. Nevertheless the roof does appear to still be leaking. Make all necessary repairs. It is recommended that the area in question be better secured with garden hose access locked to dissuade unauthorized use.

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, Jul 16, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 8, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-403.12-COther

Official wording

Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater (C)

Inspector’s notes

HVAC unit on roof with condensation drain that drains directly onto roof that appears to be leaking properly plumb condensation to drain indirectly to roof drain in close proximity.

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

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils walls floors ceilings and all attachments in all back of the house storage/prep areas/produce/meat/seafood/bakery/pizza/storage retail and ware washing

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

Unsecured propane tanks on roof in HVAC area. Remove/properly secure. Disconnected Parking pay portals on roof in HVAC area. Remove.

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

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, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 4, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Notes:No written instructions and kit is not complete

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on food condiments bin in produce prep area Built up soils on shelving in retail including refrigeration and freezer units Built up of ice interior of ice cream freezer

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils walls floors ceilings and all attachments in all back of the house storage/prep areas/produce/meat/seafood/bakery/pizza/storage retail and ware washing

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

Walls and attachments in all prep areas/produce/meat/seafood/bakery/pizza/storage retail and ware washing in need of repair - Must be smooth durable and easily cleanable Floor in back of the house storage areas not smooth durable and easily cleanable Stained ceiling tiles in retail pizza bakery food prep areas and back of the house Rusted wire shelving in ware washing 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 29, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Notes:No written instructions and kit is not complete

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on food condiments bin in produce prep area Built up soils on shelving in retail including refrigeration and freezer units Built up of ice interior of ice cream freezer

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils walls floors ceilings and all attachments in all back of the house storage/prep areas/produce/meat/seafood/bakery/pizza/storage retail and ware washing

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

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, May 29, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 21, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Notes:No written instructions and kit is not complete

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on food condiments bin in produce prep area Built up soils on shelving in retail including refrigeration and freezer units Built up of ice interior of ice cream freezer

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils walls floors ceilings and all attachments in all back of the house storage/prep areas/produce/meat/seafood/bakery/pizza/storage retail and ware washing

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

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, May 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 21, 2025

Report filed

3 recorded violations

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

Rust on shelving on interior of refrigeration units

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

Soils on hood above cooking equipment - Kitchen Built up soils on floor floor drains walls ceilings and attachments - Kitchen/prep/pizza prep/bakery/grocery room/produce/meat/fish/storage/hallways areas including walk in units Ceiling vents retail @ pizza area

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

Ceiling covering loose and in disrepair and tiles loose/tile brackets rusted above pizza area on customer self service area Rust and chipped paint on steps to the second floor

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 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 7, 2025

Hearing scheduled

4 recorded violations

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

Rust on shelving on interior of refrigeration units

In plain English

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

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

Equipment stored outside behind store Cigarette butts food soils/stains on exterior of building

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

Floors Floor drains rusted walls ceiling tiles loose/stained/soiled rust on ceiling brackets throughout including walk in units Ceiling tiles missing in ladies (public bathroom) Ceiling covering loose and in disrepair and tiles loose/tile brackets rusted above pizza area on customer self service area Rust and chipped paint on steps to the second floor

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 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 14, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

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

Rust on shelving on interior of refrigeration units

In plain English

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

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

Equipment stored outside behind store Cigarette butts food soils/stains on exterior of building

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

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, Aug 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 4, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hood filters above the char broiler observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.

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 4, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 4, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s notes

No indirect plumbing produce food 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

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable in back area (noted on previous inspection) Chipped paint on doors to walk in units throughout

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 4, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 20, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

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

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s notes

No indirect plumbing produce food 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 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No written procedures and kit is not complete Reviewed and provided written instructions at this inspection and past inspections

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

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food handlers multitasking wearing disposable gloves - I provided single use glove use information during inspection and at previous inspections

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Grease built up on hoods on cooling line and fryolators Soils build up on doors walls and attachments throughout incling food prep/ware washing/storage area

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

Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable in back area (noted on previous inspection) Chipped paint on doors to walk in units throughout

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

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

No proof that the CFPM is certifed in Allergen Awareness

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 20, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 9, 2024

Failed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No written procedures and kit is not complete Reviewed and provided written instructions at this inspection and past inspections

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

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food handlers multitasking wearing disposable gloves - I provided single use glove use information during inspection and at previous inspections

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

No indirect plumbing are (2) (2 bay food 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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Grease built up on hoods on cooling line and fryolators Soils build up on doors walls and attachments throughout incling food prep/ware washing/storage area

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

Missing ceiling tiles in ladies room and back hallways Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable in back area (noted on previous inspection) Chipped paint on doors to walk in units throughout

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

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

No proof that the CFPM is certifed in Allergen Awareness

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 28, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Ceiling above deli/sandwich in disrepair due to leak Stained ceiling tiles in Retail food

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, May 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 13, 2024

Failed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Ceiling above deli/sandwich in disrepair due to leak Stained ceiling tiles in Retail food

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, May 13, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 12, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Missing and stained ceiling tiles in back area outside walk in units Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable in walk in unit and outside walk in units

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, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 1, 2024

Report filed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-602.12-CFood temperature

Official wording

Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on fryolators and cooking equipment

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.005/5-204.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No hand sink in or near ware washing area

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils on light shields Built up grease and debris on self contained hood system Built up soils on Floor walls and ceiling in food prep area

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

Missing and stained ceiling tiles in back area outside walk in units Floor not smooth durable and easily cleanable in walk in unit and outside walk in units

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Flowers are being stored in walk in refrigeration with food

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 1, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 23, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kit not complete (reviewed with PIC)

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Flowers are being stored in walk in refrigeration with food

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

majorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Walk in refrigeration units missing thermometers

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-602.12-CFood temperature

Official wording

Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on fryolators and cooking equipment

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.005/5-204.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No hand sink in or near ware washing area

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils on light shields Built up grease and debris on self contained hood system Built up soils on Floor walls and ceiling in food prep area

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, Feb 23, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 8, 2024

Failed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Kit not complete (reviewed with PIC)

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Flowers are being stored in walk in refrigeration with food

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

majorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Walk in refrigeration units missing thermometers

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-602.12-CFood temperature

Official wording

Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Built up soils on fryolators and cooking equipment

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.005/5-204.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

No hand sink in or near ware washing area

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soils on light shields Built up grease and debris on self contained hood system Built up soils on Floor walls and ceiling in food prep area

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, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source