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Chilacates/Love And Light

4257 Washington St

Last inspected Oct 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Chilacates/Love And Light last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 21, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 5 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
15 inspections on record, from Feb 29, 2024 to Oct 21, 2026.
Has Chilacates/Love And Light ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 15 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 29, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

15 inspections

Inspection

Oct 21, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hand sink located directly next to storage rack with clean equipment and no splash guard. Address and either relocate storage rack or install a splash guard to ensure no contamination from washing dirty hands.

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
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

Shredded cheese inside of the under the stove top cooler at 61F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Cheese was removed at the time of the inspection and placed into a refrigeation unit that was operating below 41F.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Drawer under the stove top cooler was not fucntioning properly at the time of the inspection. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. New unit has been ordered and will be installed upon arrival (as stated by management).

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

Excess water observed on the basement floor near and around the basement walk-in cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs.

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

Hood and Ventialtion tags with a past expiration date from Aug. 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date specified.

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, Oct 21, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 13, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hand sink located directly next to storage rack with clean equipment and no splash guard. Address and either relocate storage rack or install a splash guard to ensure no contamination from washing dirty hands.

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
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

Shredded chees inside of the under the stove top cooler at 61F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Cheese was removed at the time of the inspection and placed into a refrigeation unit that was operating below 41F.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

$ Drawer under the stove top cooler was not fucntioning properly at the time of the inspection. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. New unit has been ordered and will be installed upon arrival (as stated by management).

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

Excess water observed on the basement floor near and around the basement walk-in cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs.

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

Hood and Ventuialtion tags with a past expiration date from Aug. 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date specified.

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, Oct 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contaminaton from hands.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Lower drawer to the 4 drawer cooler does not appear to close properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspeciton.

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

Basement ceiling appears to be leaking water onto the floor. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No signage obsered at the hand sink located near the 3 compartment sink. Provide.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 25, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contaminaton from hands.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Lower drawer to the 4 drawer cooler does not appear to close properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspeciton.

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

Basement ceiling appears to be leaking water onto the floor. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No signage obsered at the hand sink located near the 3 compartment sink. Provide.

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 16, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official Wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s Notes

In kitchen by grease trap a hole in the tile wall will need to be repaired. In basement over by the walk in under the steps a large hole in the foundation will need to be addressed. Any other holes in the foundation will need to be filled. 12-9-25 PIC will need to patch the hole in the wall to the left of the grase trap and hole in wall in basement to the left of the walk in.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official Wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement found bowls filled with cat food and litter boxes. I did not find the cat. Please removed all evidence of a cat form location. Provide a detailed pest control report. 12-9-25 PIC will need to remove the cat from the basement. Provide a pest control report at pre-hearing inspection

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to address the leak / overflow in the grease trap in kitchen by three bay sink.

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, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 9, 2025

Hearing scheduled

9 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to properly label food containers. Large and small bulk food containers in kitchen prep area and in refrigerators.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther

Official Wording

Standards of Identity (C)

Inspector’s Notes

IN the retail area found deserts with out labels. The shelf had a label but in grab and go the packaged needs to be labled.

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 kitchen by grease trap a hole in the tile wall will need to be repaired. In basement over by the walk in under the steps a large hole in the foundation will need to be addressed. Any other holes in the foundation will need to be filled. 12-9-25 PIC will need to patch the hole in the wall to the left of the grase trap and hole in wall in basement to the left of the walk in.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement of loose rotten food (lime onions). Also wood debris and a lot of cat feces. The subpump had trash and rotten food in the hole. Water build up in spots leaking from ceiling. The entire basement foor will need to be cleaned before you have pest control come out. In kitchen prep area the grease trap is overflowing. Please address with BWSC and clean floor.

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 paper towls in holder at hand sink on cooking line. Provide.

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

The basement will need to be cleaned and oganized. Food storage should not be stored with personal items funiture or wood working equipment.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official Wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement found bowls filled with cat food and litter boxes. I did not find the cat. Please removed all evidence of a cat form location. Provide a detailed pest control report. 12-9-25 PIC will need to remove the cat from the basement. Provide a pest control report at pre-hearing inspection

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to address the leak / overflow in the grease trap in kitchen by three bay sink.

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
criticalCode 590.007/7-203.11-PChemicals

Official Wording

Poisonous or Toxic Material Containers-Container Prohibitions (P)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement found multiple cans of Real Kill Indoor Fogger Top Cat mouse poison and white power along the walls and walk ins. Please remove and have pest control come out and do an inspection.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 9, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 2, 2025

Failed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to properly label food containers. Large and small bulk food containers in kitchen prep area and in refrigerators.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther

Official Wording

Standards of Identity (C)

Inspector’s Notes

IN the retail area found deserts with out labels. The shelf had a label but in grab and go the packaged needs to be labled.

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 kitchen by grease trap a hole in the tile wall will need to be repaired. In basement over by the walk in under the steps a large hole in the foundation will need to be addressed. Any other holes in the foundation will need to be filled.

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

PIC will need to clean the floor in the basement of loose rotten food (lime onions). Also wood debris and a lot of cat feces. The subpump had trash and rotten food in the hole. Water build up in spots leaking from ceiling. The entire basement foor will need to be cleaned before you have pest control come out. In kitchen prep area the grease trap is overflowing. Please address with BWSC and clean floor.

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 paper towls in holder at hand sink on cooking line. Provide.

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

The basement will need to be cleaned and oganized. Food storage should not be stored with personal items funiture or wood working equipment.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official Wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement found bowls filled with cat food and litter boxes. I did not find the cat. Please removed all evidence of a cat form location. Provide a detailed pest control report.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.007/7-203.11-PChemicals

Official Wording

Poisonous or Toxic Material Containers-Container Prohibitions (P)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement found multiple cans of Real Kill Indoor Fogger Top Cat mouse poison and white power along the walls and walk ins. Please remove and have pest control come out and do an inspection.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 3, 2025

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to review with staff to thaw foods pout under running cold water the day before in the refrigerator or cook frozen. Shrimp was beening thawed out in a bucket of water at room temp.

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 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

IN the grab and go refrigerator in the retail area the deserts will need to be labled and also the drinks.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters. Hood sticker good until June 2025

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

PIC will need to repair the leak in the kitchen from the sprinkler.

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 3, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 28, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to review with staff to thaw foods pout under running cold water the day before in the refrigerator or cook frozen. Shrimp was beening thawed out in a bucket of water at room temp.

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 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

IN the grab and go refrigerator in the retail area the deserts will need to be labled and also the drinks.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters. Hood sticker good until June 2025

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

PIC will need to repair the leak in the kitchen from the sprinkler.

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 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 13, 2024

Passed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Food Safety Certificate posted expired 12-3-24. Please post an up to date Food Safety.

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 issues
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Tongs used at stove are stored on pipe next to hand sink by the stove.

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
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to be sure that food in storage is properly covered. In basement freezer found meat not covered.

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
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Large coffin freezer in basement will need to be cleaned and defrost from ice build up. Replace moldy caulking at three bay sink along back wall.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood will expire on Dec 10th. Please have the hood cleaned or a date when it will be cleaned at re-inspection.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to provide a test kit for the sanitizer used in the three bay sink.

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

Wall in basement at bottom of the stairs is covered with grease. Please clean to removed and check grease trap.

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, Dec 13, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 4, 2024

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Food Safety Certificate posted expired 12-3-24. Please post an up to date Food Safety.

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 issues
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Tongs used at stove are stored on pipe next to hand sink by the stove.

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
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to be sure that food in storage is properly covered. In basement freezer found meat not covered.

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
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Large coffin freezer in basement will need to be cleaned and defrost from ice build up. Replace moldy caulking at three bay sink along back wall.

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood will expire on Dec 10th. Please have the hood cleaned or a date when it will be cleaned at re-inspection.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to provide a test kit for the sanitizer used in the three bay sink.

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

Wall in basement at bottom of the stairs is covered with grease. Please clean to removed and check grease trap.

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, Dec 4, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 21, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a second kitchen on the front side of the location. The front side of the location has the name "Love & Light Bleand Pressed with love'. PIC will need to close the kitchen to this portion of the location. PIC will need to provide a enviromental plan building permits and plan review paperwork. 3-8-24 Spoke to PIC on the phone and he stated that he is waiting for the owner of the building to provide paperwork for him to come to the office and take care of the application to add second business name at this location. The kitchen in the basement is still set up but not in use at this time. PIC is doing all the cooking out of the first floor kitchen and the juice bar is making drinks. 3-15-24 Spoke to Owner on the phone. He is waiting for paperwork from the owner of the building about the basement kitchen. He did not realize that the DBA had to be addressed right away. He stated that he will call the office today. He will address the kitchen later when he has the paperwork. Kitchen is nor being used at this time.

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, Mar 21, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 15, 2024

Hearing scheduled

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official Wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the cutting boards to remove deep dark scores. If not resurface or replace. 3-8-24 PIC will need to clean to remove deep dark stains in cutting boards or re-surface / replace them.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Between the two location I found three prep sinks with out air gaps. Provide. 3-8-24 Location will need to install air gaps on all three prep sinks in the location. As discussed and an example picture given to PIC. The location has a double bay sink in first floor kitchen one at juice bar and another in basement kitchen.

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(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a second kitchen on the front side of the location. The front side of the location has the name "Love & Light Bleand Pressed with love'. PIC will need to close the kitchen to this portion of the location. PIC will need to provide a enviromental plan building permits and plan review paperwork. 3-8-24 Spoke to PIC on the phone and he stated that he is waiting for the owner of the building to provide paperwork for him to come to the office and take care of the application to add second business name at this location. The kitchen in the basement is still set up but not in use at this time. PIC is doing all the cooking out of the first floor kitchen and the juice bar is making drinks. 3-15-24 Spoke to Owner on the phone. He is waiting for paperwork from the owner of the building about the basement kitchen. He did not realize that the DBA had to be addressed right away. He stated that he will call the office today. He will address the kitchen later when he has the paperwork. Kitchen is nor being used at this time.

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, Mar 15, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 8, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a second kitchen on the front side of the location. The front side of the location has the name "Love & Light Bleand Pressed with love'. PIC will need to close the kitchen to this portion of the location. PIC will need to provide a enviromental plan building permits and plan review paperwork. 3-8-24 Spoke to PIC on the phone and he stated that he is waiting for the owner of the building to provide paperwork for him to come to the office and take care of the application to add second business name at this location. The kitchen in the basement is still set up but not in use at this time. PIC is doing all the cooking out of the first floor kitchen and the juice bar is making drinks.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official Wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement walk in found raw chicken and eggs stored above corn.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Bulk food containers did not have labels. Small and large white barrel in back room.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to review with staff not to store propduct on the floor in walk in. Also food storage will need to have proper covers. Found containers on the floor with them

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
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters and holder. The hood sticker is expired Jan 2024.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No test kit for sanitizer at three bay sink in Basement kitchen.

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 590.004/4-301.14-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a electric grill top and the basement was filled with smoke. No hood in this kitchen.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official Wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the cutting boards to remove deep dark scores. If not resurface or replace. 3-8-24 PIC will need to clean to remove deep dark stains in cutting boards or re-surface / replace them.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Between the two location I found three prep sinks with out air gaps. Provide. 3-8-24 Location will need to install air gaps on all three prep sinks in the location. As discussed and an example picture given to PIC. The location has a double bay sink in first floor kitchen one at juice bar and another in basement kitchen.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 8, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 29, 2024

Failed

9 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a second kitchen on the front side of the location. The front side of the location has the name "Love & Light Bleand Pressed with love'. PIC will need to close the kitchen to this portion of the location. PIC will need to provide a enviromental plan building permits and plan review paperwork. The

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official Wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s Notes

In basement walk in found raw chicken and eggs stored above corn.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Bulk food containers did not have labels. Small and large white barrel in back room.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to review with staff not to store propduct on the floor in walk in. Also food storage will need to have proper covers. Found containers on the floor with them

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
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the hood filters and holder. The hood sticker is expired Jan 2024.

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 590.004/4-301.14-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Adequacy (C)

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found a electric grill top and the basement was filled with smoke. No hood in this kitchen.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No test kit for sanitizer at three bay sink in Basement kitchen.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official Wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the cutting boards to remove deep dark scores. If not resurface or replace.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Between the two location I found three prep sinks with out air gaps. Provide.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 29, 2024 · Original Source

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