Inspection
Nov 5, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Staff observed without hair restraints. Provide at all times.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC on site was not able to make corrective actions at the time of inspection. Multiple violations noted for cold holding Storage of rte products. Advised to retrain staff to support estabishment effectively. No pic at the reinspection
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Food Preparation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed packaged lettuce and whole green peppers sitting in the 3 bay sink compartment with dish detergent and a red sanitizer bucket. Retrain staff to properly store products under refrigeration and seperately from chemicals to prevent cross contamination.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed lettuce cold holding at 52f. PIC removed and packaged the product into 2 metal bowls for storage. PIC placed in the refrigeration unit to cool below 41f. advised pic to monitor all cold holding practices.
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.
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Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing an air gap on the prep sink.No variance posted. Provide a report from a licensed plumber with the cost of repair or have a proper air gap installed by a licensed plumber. Reminder to have a plumbers permit submitted for approval prior to the repair.
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.
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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed equipment stored in the handsink. DC and remove. Retrain staff on proper use of handsinks.
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.
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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Black mold build up observed on the wall around the warewash area. Clean to remove
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker exp 8/26. Provide proof of updated routine maitenance.
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source