Inspection
Nov 4, 2026
14 recorded violations
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s Notes
2 cans of tomato observed dented. Discard.
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.
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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Plastic containers observed stored in multiple bulk storage bins. Discontinue (cos)
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.
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Variance Requirement (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed sous vide of steak . Discontinue Observed acidification of rice. Discontinue PIC to contact ISD Health and provide HACCP
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Ventilation Hood Systems Drip Prevention (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood system observed dripping oil. Clean to remove Pizza area hood filters observed with dust build up. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired: 12.9.26
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.
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Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Chef unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide & maintain accessible
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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Cutting Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Several cutting boards on site observed heavily scored. Resurface/replace
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior of dishwasher ice machine ice bin exterior of bulk bins interior of bar glass holder refrigeration unit bakers rack warewashing backsplash observed with soils accumulation and black substance. Clean & sanitize 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.
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Grease Trap(C)
Inspector’s Notes
Grease barrels observed dripping grease. 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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Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor in the storage area kitchen area bar area & mop sink closet observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible soils build up and loose debris. Clean to remove. Stagnant water observed downtairs in the basement area . 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.
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Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple vents observed with dust and soils build up. Clean to remove
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.
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Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
All restroom handwashing sink on site observed missing handwashing signage. Provide to encourage handwashing by staff.
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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Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple small flies observed under the warewashing area dead cockroaches observed in the glue trap multiple mice droppings observed along the wall in the basement area. Clean to remove PIC to provide current IPM report to: inca.prince@boston.gov
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.
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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Lower level storage area observed clutter. Clean and organize to prevent pest/rodent harborage
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, Nov 4, 2026 · Original Source