SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Pennypackers last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 5, 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?
11 inspections on record, from Nov 29, 2023 to Oct 5, 2026.
Has Pennypackers ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 29, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspections
Inspection
Oct 5, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled rag observed lining shelfing. Remove. Surfaces must be easily cleanable.
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 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 28, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled rag observed lining shelfing. Remove. Surfaces must be easily cleanable.
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.
No water at hand sinks. No water in the bathroom for employees and customers. Repair
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.
No water at hand sinks. No water in the bathroom for employees and customers. Repair. Discontinue operations. Call the main Health office between 8am-4pm at 617 635 5326 to request to re open. If you wish to request to re open during off hours call the mayors hotline at 617-635-4500.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
No water at hand sinks. No water in the bathroom for employees and customers. Repair
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.
No water at hand sinks. No water in the bathroom for employees and customers. Repair. Discontinue operations. Call the main Health office between 8am-4pm at 617 635 5326 to request to re open. If you wish to request to re open during off hours call the mayors hotline at 617-635-4500.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 22, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit on site. / Provide complete vomit clean up kit
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
2 doors reach in unit Observed Raw beef inside the boxes stored next to ready to eat food /properly store all raw foods below ready to eat foods. (correted on site)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed hood vents with grease 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
kitchen/clean floor area under around and behind the equipament to remove debris clean under the fryolator to remove grase buildup
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, Sep 22, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 15, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit on site. / Provide complete vomit clean up kit
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.
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
2 doors reach in unit Observed Raw beef inside the boxes stored next to ready to eat food /properly store all raw foods below ready to eat foods. (correted on site)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed hood vents with grease 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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
kitchen/clean floor area under around and behind the equipament to remove debris clean under the fryolator to remove grase buildup
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, Sep 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 19, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 14, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s Notes
1) Interior of both combi ovens bottom sides and door with carbon build up clean to remove 2) Interior of ice machine with mold-like build up 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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 16, 2024
Failed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Inspector’s Notes
1) Interior of both combi ovens bottom sides and door with carbon build up clean to remove 2) Interior of ice machine with mold-like build up 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.