SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Lakon Paris Patissier last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 4, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
13 inspections on record, from Sep 23, 2024 to Nov 4, 2026.
Has Lakon Paris Patissier ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 13 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 23, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
13 inspections
Inspection
Nov 4, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food handlers without hair restraints. Provide and ensure being worn while operating
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine and milk spillage inside 2 door milk unit at front counter. Clean to remove spills and mold-like substances inside ice machine
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 28, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food handlers without hair restraints. Provide and ensure being worn while operating
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine and milk spillage inside 2 door milk unit at front counter. Clean to remove spills and mold-like substances inside ice machine
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 24, 2026
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed stirrers stored in stagnant water at coffee station. Remove and discontinue storing in water and ensure all stirrers / utensils are properly stored clean / dry and sanitized.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soils inside/outside of ice machine; food spills on shelves underneath ice cream machine and prep table in back area and coffee spills on counters. Clean with frequency to remove all soils / spills to prevent pest attraction
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed both handsinks blocked with spray bottles and wiping cloths. Discussed with PIC to ensure all handsinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
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.
Obseved immature flies throughout establishment. Instructed PIC to submit most current pest report and schedule for additional services prior to reinspection. Recommendation to increase services until remedied
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed stirrers stored in stagnant water at coffee station. Remove and discontinue storing in water and ensure all stirrers / utensils are properly stored clean / dry and sanitized.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soils inside/outside of ice machine; food spills on shelves underneath ice cream machine and prep table in back area and coffee spills on counters. Clean with frequency to remove all soils / spills to prevent pest attraction
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed both handsinks blocked with spray bottles and wiping cloths. Discussed with PIC to ensure all handsinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
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.
Obseved immature flies throughout establishment. Instructed PIC to submit most current pest report and schedule for additional services prior to reinspection. Recommendation to increase services until remedied
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 10, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide at all times *Note this violation was noted on the prior inspection. Train staff to be aware of the testing device and where it is located.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heavy food soils inside and exterior of the ice machine. Clean to remove. Observed heavy food soils on the interior and exterior of all refrigertion low boy and freezer equipment. Clean to remove
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed sanitizer buckets and spray bottles with chemicals stored inside of the handsinks. Clena to remove and discontinue utilizing hand sinks for purposes other than proper hand washing.
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 record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 3, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide at all times *Note this violation was noted on the prior inspection. Train staff to be aware of the testing device and where it is located.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heavy food soils inside and exterior of the ice machine. Clean to remove. Observed heavy food soils on the interior and exterior of all refrigertion low boy and freezer equipment. Clean to remove
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed sanitizer buckets and spray bottles with chemicals stored inside of the handsinks. Clena to remove and discontinue utilizing hand sinks for purposes other than proper hand washing.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No sanitizer strip available to test the sanitzing solution. Provide
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice machine heavily soiled. Clean with frequency
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Hand sink blocked by clutter. Clear and provide easy access to hand washing sink
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.
Noted small black flies near the front counter area. Provide pest report
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No sanitizer strip available to test the sanitzing solution. Provide
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Ice machine heavily soiled. Clean with frequency
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Hand sink blocked by clutter. Clear and provide easy access to hand washing sink
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.
Noted small black flies near the front counter area. Provide pest report
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 1, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 30, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.004/4-203.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Food-Accuracy (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No interior thermometers for all refrigeration supply
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.004/4-203.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Food-Accuracy (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No interior thermometers for all refrigeration supply
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.