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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Effie's Kitchen

37 Poplar St

Last inspected Oct 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Effie's Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 13, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
8 inspections on record, from Jan 3, 2024 to Oct 13, 2026.
Has Effie's Kitchen ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 3, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

8 inspections

Inspection

Oct 13, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No one on site with a current Food Saefty Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course. Documentation was provided at the time of the re-inspection for the online class that has been scheduled.

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

Knives observed being stored in between wall and mirror. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.

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 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Card board being used to line preparation table. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.

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

Sep 30, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

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

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No one on site with a current Food Saefty Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course.

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

Knives observed being stored in between wall and mirror. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.

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 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Card board being used to line preparation table. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.

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, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 27, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 27, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 2, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean the filters on the hood system

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 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 20, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 14, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found Baklavas at front counter had visibly mold on them. PIC stated that she put them out on Wednesday. All deserts have been trash and going forward She will keep them in the refrigerator.

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, Jun 14, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 18, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

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 cooking line

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 18, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

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