Inspection
Jun 5, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
Mobile Food Walk On · Boston, MA
Zaaki
1 Citywide St
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
12 inspectionsInspection
May 22, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The handsink on the truck is not operating. The owner has Voluntarily closed The owner was instructed to provide all necessary repairs and bring the truck to 1010 mass ave between 8-9:30am for a re-inspection
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink is not operating.Provide repairs Ensure the truck has hot/cold running water
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 issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
There was water observed leaking from under the truck.Identify the issue & 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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 21, 2026
Voluntarily closed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The handsink on the truck is not operating. The owner has Voluntarily closed The owner was instructed to provide all necessary repairs and bring the truck to 1010 mass ave between 8-9:30am for a re-inspection
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance
Official wording
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hand sink is not operating.Provide repairs Ensure the truck has hot/cold running water
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 issuesminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
There was water observed leaking from under the truck.Identify the issue & 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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 17, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated unit without labels of identification. Discussed with PIC to ensure all squeeze bottles / bulk containers are properly labeled with the common name of food item stored inside
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed non-operating thermometer on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure food thermometers are operating in order to ensure hot/cold holding of food products are maintain.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 22, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated unit without labels of identification. Discussed with PIC to ensure all squeeze bottles / bulk containers are properly labeled with the common name of food item stored inside
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Observed non-operating thermometer on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure food thermometers are operating in order to ensure hot/cold holding of food products are maintain.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 3, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Management/owner operating food truck with no access to hot water. Truck has been Voluntarily closed at this time until truck has been re-inspected.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 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
Cooked chicken inside of the steam table at 110F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
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 temperaturemajorCode 590.005/5-202.12-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No hot water available at the time of the inspection. Provide duyring all operational hours.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 590.014(B)/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
uspension of Permit with Notice (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food truck has voluntarily closed due to having no hot water at the time of the inspection. Truck is to be re-inspected once repairs have been made on Dec. 2nd between the hours of 8:30-9:30 am.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 29, 2024
Voluntarily closed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Management/owner operating food truck with no access to hot water. Truck has been Voluntarily closed at this time until truck has been re-inspected.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 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
Cooked chicken inside of the steam table at 110F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
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 temperaturemajorCode 590.005/5-202.12-PFHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No hot water available at the time of the inspection. Provide duyring all operational hours.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 590.014(B)/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
uspension of Permit with Notice (P)
Inspector’s notes
Food truck has voluntarily closed due to having no hot water at the time of the inspection. Truck is to be re-inspected once repairs have been made on Dec. 2nd between the hours of 8:30-9:30 am.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 29, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 10, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s notes
No thermometers located inside the refrigeration units. Provide thermometers.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 8, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 25, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 25, 2024 · Original Source
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