Inspection
Oct 21, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 21, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Pomona
18 Meridian St
Last inspected Oct 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Quick Answers
- When was Pomona last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 21, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 4 inspections on record, from Jul 6, 2026 to Oct 21, 2026.
- Has Pomona ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 6, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspectionsInspection
Jul 21, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
7/14/2026 Remove the napkins platic cups and bag of coffee beans stored inside the employee restroom and organize
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 contaminationminorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
7/14/26 Provide dividers in between the handwashing sink and prep table
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 problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide paper towel dispenser at the bar
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 14, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
7/14/2026 Remove the napkins platic cups and bag of coffee beans stored inside the employee restroom and organize
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 contaminationminorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
7/14/26 Provide dividers in between the handwashing sink and prep table
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Second low temp dishmachine is not working properly there is another dishmachine at the bar and downstairs
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 problemsminorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official Wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide enclosed mop sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Women restroom provide trash with cover
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide Self Closing door to both restroom
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide soap at the bar
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 problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide paper towel dispenser at the bar
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 6, 2026
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide drying rack above the three bay three bay sink Provide divider in between the handwashing sink and prep table
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-202.15-COther
Official Wording
Can Openers (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove all boxes with glassware inside the employee restroom
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Second low temp dishmachine is not working properly there is another dishmachine at the bar and downstairs
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 problemsminorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official Wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide enclosed mop sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Women restroom provide trash with cover
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-202.14-COther
Official Wording
Toilet Rooms Enclosed (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide Self Closing door to both restroom
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide soap at the bar
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 problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide paper towel dispenser at the bar
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 6, 2026 · Original Source