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North End Lobster Co.

206 Hanover St

Last inspected Oct 26, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was North End Lobster Co. last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 26, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed (extension granted)”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 24 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Nov 5, 2025 to Oct 26, 2026.
Has North End Lobster Co. ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 5, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Inspection

Oct 26, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

24 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for V&D clean up . Provide & maintain accessible Inspector will provide procedure to the operator via email.

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 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official Wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of inspection staff unable to answer question pretaining to food safety. PIC to train staff on managerial controls .

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current Servsafe Certificate

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
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Violation noted on the inspection report. Establishment must designate a knowledgeable PIC and be present to oversee day to day operations to ensure the food establishment is operating in compliance with the food code at all hours of operation

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Container holding raw oysters observed missing tag/ shell tags observed missing last sold date. Discussed at the time of 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
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Condiment containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Kitchen handsink observed with pvc pipping dispensing inside. Remove Plumber was contacted. In process

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 590.003/3-501.14-PFood temperature

Official Wording

Cooling (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooked shrimp 47F lobster meat 47F coleslaw 48f stored in the upright cold unit. Per PIC foods were cooke earlier in the day. Reviewed cooling parameters with PIC (cos)

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 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Several containers of different foods stored in different cold holding observed missing date marking. Provide made/discard date prior to storing

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood filters/vent and attachment observed with soiled 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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Multiple cold holding unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide & keep visible

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 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide metal probe food thermometer. Provide & keep 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide irreverssible thermometer for bar high temp dishwasher. Provide & keep 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide sanitzer test strips for the 3 bay sink quats solution. Provide & train staff

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 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink downstairs and kitchen area observed blocked by trash can and others articles. Remote & maintain accessible at all time to encourage handwashing by staff. Kitchen handsink observed with pvc pipping dispensing inside. Remove

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
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor in the bar area observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove Observed stagnant water downstairs warewashing area near the upright unit/ chest freezer. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink in the warewashing area observed missing hand cleanser. 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
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official Wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Warewashing handwashing sink observed missing paper towls. Provide

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Downstairs & restroom handwashing sink observed missing hanwashing signage. 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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed ceiling tile missing above kitchen shelvings. Provide

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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood sticker observed expired 12.25.25. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner. Scheduled to be cleaned on 11.12.26

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 590.007/7-102.11-PFOther

Official Wording

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Chemical spray bottle observed without label. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.008/8-201.13-COther

Official Wording

When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed pickled onion stored in the upright refrigeration unit. PIC unable to provide information regarding the process.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official Wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certifcate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate

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, Oct 26, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 15, 2026

Failed

24 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for V&D clean up . Provide & maintain accessible Inspector will provide procedure to the operator via email.

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 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official Wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of inspection staff unable to answer question pretaining to food safety. PIC to train staff on managerial controls .

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current Servsafe Certificate

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
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Violation noted on the inspection report. Establishment must designate a knowledgeable PIC and be present to oversee day to day operations to ensure the food establishment is operating in compliance with the food code at all hours of operation

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Container holding raw oysters observed missing tag/ shell tags observed missing last sold date. Discussed at the time of 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
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Condiment containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed barrier missing between kitchen handwashing sink and knife holder. Provide

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 590.003/3-501.14-PFood temperature

Official Wording

Cooling (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooked shrimp 47F lobster meat 47F coleslaw 48f stored in the upright cold unit. Per PIC foods were cooke earlier in the day. Reviewed cooling parameters with PIC (cos)

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 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Several containers of different foods stored in different cold holding observed missing date marking. Provide made/discard date prior to storing

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 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood filters/vent and attachment observed with soiled 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.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Multiple cold holding unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide & keep visible

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 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide metal probe food thermometer. Provide & keep 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide irreverssible thermometer for bar high temp dishwasher. Provide & keep 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide sanitzer test strips for the 3 bay sink quats solution. Provide & train staff

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 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink downstairs and kitchen area observed blocked by trash can and others articles. Remote & maintain accessible at all time to encourage handwashing by staff. Kitchen handsink observed with pvc pipping dispensing inside. Remove

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
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor in the bar area observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove Observed stagnant water downstairs warewashing area near the upright unit/ chest freezer. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink in the warewashing area observed missing hand cleanser. 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
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official Wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Warewashing handwashing sink observed missing paper towls. Provide

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Downstairs & restroom handwashing sink observed missing hanwashing signage. 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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed ceiling tile missing above kitchen shelvings. Provide

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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood sticker observed expired 12.25.25. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.

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 590.007/7-102.11-PFOther

Official Wording

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Chemical spray bottle observed without label. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.008/8-201.13-COther

Official Wording

When a HACCP Plan is Required (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed pickled onion stored in the upright refrigeration unit. PIC unable to provide information regarding the process.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode L1Other

Official Wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s Notes

PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certifcate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate

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, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 5, 2025

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Any waste pipes in the basement that are going across any food prep areas or food storage locations will need to have proper barriers around them to reduce potential contamiation - Address where needed

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 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean to remove any and all remaining construction tools loose trash and debris that is on site where needed

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, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

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