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Saigon One Restaurant

1331 Dorchester Av

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Quick Answers

When was Saigon One Restaurant last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 6, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 8 violations recorded, including 2 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 25 inspections on record, from Oct 17, 2023 to Nov 6, 2026.
Has Saigon One Restaurant ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 25 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 17, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

25 inspections

Inspection

Nov 6, 2026

Failed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Shellfish tags not dated with last pece sold. Date all tags when last clam or oyster is sold.

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

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official Wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Container of raw chicken stored over produce in walk-in refrigerator. Store raw meat below produce. Corrected on site.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther

Official Wording

Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Bean sprouts in water. Discontinue storing bean sprouts in water.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Ice scoops stored in ice bins. Store scoops outside of ice bins to prevent contamiantion from the hands.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

criticalCode 590.004/4-501.114-PChemicals

Official Wording

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Dish machine not testing for sanitizer. Service as needed. Sanitize all equipment and dishes in chlorine sanitizer in 3 compartment sink.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Soils and debris under wok line. Soils and debris under shevlves in basement. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.

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

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Leaking pipe in basement. Repair as 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 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Back door open. Keep doors closed to prevent pests from entering.

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, Nov 6, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 22, 2026

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Shelf with tea pots covered in soiled aluminum foil. Discard foil. Resurface shelf as needed. Degraded 2x4 piece of wood surrporting 3 compartment sink. Replace with material that is durable and nonabsorbent.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Scrren door to kitchen from outside with holes. Replace/repair screen to prevent pests from entering.

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, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 2, 2026

Passed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Assignment (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found multiple people working but no one in charge. When the manager and owner are not here someone needs to be in charge to be able to answer my questions and provide paperwork

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

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

As discussed please be sure to lable bulk food containers in kitchen and prep areas.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to provide more than one sanitizer bucket. I found one over by the low temperature dishwasher but not on the cooking line. Multiple wiping cloths on cooking line.

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

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

In refrigerators and walk in found multiple foods with out covers. Please provide covers for containers. also Discontinue to store product on the floor in walk ins.

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

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Witnessed staff cooling noodles in a strainer in the rinse bays of the three bay sink and in water. Discontinue to use the three bay sink and use the prep sink. Water needs to drain away and not build up into noodles.

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood filters on the cooking line visibly soiled. Please clean. Hood sticker good until Feb 2026.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official Wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean all cutting boards that have deep dark scores and stains. If not please replace.

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

Allergen certificate was expired 1-20-2026. Please post up to date certificate.

In Plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 2, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 23, 2026

Failed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PFPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Assignment (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At this time found multiple people working but no one in charge. When the manager and owner are not here someone needs to be in charge to be able to answer my questions and provide paperwork

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

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

As discussed please be sure to lable bulk food containers in kitchen and prep areas.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to provide more than one sanitizer bucket. I found one over by the low temperature dishwasher but not on the cooking line. Multiple wiping cloths on cooking line.

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

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

In refrigerators and walk in found multiple foods with out covers. Please provide covers for containers. also Discontinue to store product on the floor in walk ins.

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood filters on the cooking line visibly soiled. Please clean. Hood sticker good until Feb 2026.

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 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official Wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to clean all cutting boards that have deep dark scores and stains. If not please replace.

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

Allergen certificate was expired 1-20-2026. Please post up to date certificate.

In Plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 23, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 3, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

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

Clean prep table shelving to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean ceiling light shield cover to remove visible soil.

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

Exhausthood sticker expired service by licensed exhausthood cleaner and provide current sticker.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 20, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

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

Clean prep table shelving to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean ceiling light shield cover to remove visible soil.

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

Exhausthood sticker expired service by licensed exhausthood cleaner and provide current sticker.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 24, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Splashguard between hand sink and prep table detached repair.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

no pest activity was observed today technician stated observed evidence of pest on report provide additional service and a detailed pest control 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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 8, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No allergy awareness for person in charge provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No label on bulk food container provide with ingredient name.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Splashguard between hand sink and prep table detached repair.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.004/4-502.13-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove clutter of used single use aluminum pans.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

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

Clean inbetween sides and below cooking and prep equipment to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment and prep areas to remove visible soil.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

no pest activity was observed today technician stated observed evidence of pest on report provide additional service and a detailed pest control report.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.009(E)Other

Official Wording

Anti-Choking

Inspector’s Notes

Provide current antichoking certification.

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, Sep 8, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 29, 2025

Failed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No allergy awareness for person in charge provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No label on bulk food container provide with ingredient name.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Splashguard between hand sink and prep table detached repair.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.004/4-502.13-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove clutter of used single use aluminum pans.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

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

Clean inbetween sides and below cooking and prep equipment to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment and prep areas to remove visible soil.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Evidence of cockroach on wall near hand wash sink provide a detailed pest control report.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode 590.009(E)Other

Official Wording

Anti-Choking

Inspector’s Notes

Provide current antichoking certification.

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, Aug 29, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 24, 2025

Passed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Food thermometer not operating repair or replace.

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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean sides and inbetween equipment to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment and prep areas. Clean floor inside walk in cooler.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Repair opening near exhausthood on ceiling.

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, Apr 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 17, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.12-PFFood temperature

Official Wording

Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Food thermometer not operating repair or replace.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

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

Clean sides and inbetween equipment to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment and prep areas. Clean floor inside walk in cooler.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Repair opening near exhausthood on ceiling.

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, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 17, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

sump pump hose leaking water at basement area 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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 2, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

sump pump hose leaking water at basement area 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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 30, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Inuse wiping cloth stored on counter with no sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

sump pump hose leaking water at basement area 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.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove excessive plastic buckets from the exterior grounds.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment refrigerators and prep areas to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Ceiling paint peeling above lobster tank 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.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Repair opening at rear exit door.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

water pooling inbetween floor tiles near washing machine regrout floor as 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, Dec 30, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 17, 2024

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Inuse wiping cloth stored on counter with no sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

sump pump hose leaking water at basement area 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.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove excessive plastic buckets from the exterior grounds.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking equipment refrigerators and prep areas to remove visible soil.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Ceiling paint peeling above lobster tank 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.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Repair opening at rear exit door.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

water pooling inbetween floor tiles near washing machine regrout floor as 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, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 29, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Needs additional certification food protection manager during all hours of operation.

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 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No dates on some of the shell stock provide date of last sold / served.

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 590.005/5-501.15-COther

Official Wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove all clutter of empty buckets non-inuse frialator and leftover construction material from exterior grounds.

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, Aug 29, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 21, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Needs additional certification food protection manager during all hours of operation.

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 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No dates on some of the shell stock provide date of last sold / served.

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 590.005/5-501.15-COther

Official Wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove all clutter of empty buckets non-inuse frialator and leftover construction material from exterior grounds.

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, Aug 21, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 14, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 14, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 19, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 2, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 2, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 13, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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 590.005/5-501.110-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean exterior grounds to remove loose trash and non inuse equipment.

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, Mar 13, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 28, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No labels on some dry food containers provide with ingredient name.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooking utensils and ladels stored in stagnant water discontinue practice and store in clean water temperature of 135F.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

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

Prep table storage shelving rusty repair. Vent cover to refrigerator missing repair.

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

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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 590.005/5-501.110-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean exterior grounds to remove loose trash and non inuse equipment.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

clean floor below cooking equipment and prep area to remove visible soil.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 21, 2024

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

No labels on some dry food containers provide with ingredient name.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooking utensils and ladels stored in stagnant water discontinue practice and store in clean water temperature of 135F.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

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

Prep table storage shelving rusty repair. Vent cover to refrigerator missing repair.

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

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

no prep sink for washing vegetables and prepping food 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 590.005/5-501.110-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean exterior grounds to remove loose trash and non inuse equipment.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

clean floor below cooking equipment and prep area to remove visible soil.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 21, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 25, 2023

Passed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Discontinue to store tongs on the cooking line on the gas line to the equipment.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to set up sanitizer buckets for wiping cloths in the kitchen and prep areas.

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

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

As discussed provide covers for bulk foods in the prep area so that nothing falls into the buckets.

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

OIl Garlic and ginger on cooking line at 54F. Discontinue and store at or below 41F.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean the top of the microwave on the cooking line next to dishwasher. Clean exterior of the refrigeration equipment. Covers to the fan on the bottom. Clean exterior of bulk food containers.

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

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean hood filters on cooking line. Visibly soiled. Hood sticker good until Dec 2023

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean the floor under cooking equipment dishwasher and prep tables. Clean the walls and ceiling of dry on food in the warewashing area.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean light switch covers soap and paper towel holders of any build up.

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, Oct 25, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 17, 2023

Failed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Discontinue to store tongs on the cooking line on the gas line to the equipment.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC will need to set up sanitizer buckets for wiping cloths in the kitchen and prep areas.

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

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s Notes

As discussed provide covers for bulk foods in the prep area so that nothing falls into the buckets.

In Plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

OIl Garlic and ginger on cooking line at 54F. Discontinue and store at or below 41F.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean the top of the microwave on the cooking line next to dishwasher. Clean exterior of the refrigeration equipment. Covers to the fan on the bottom. Clean exterior of bulk food containers.

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

minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean hood filters on cooking line. Visibly soiled. Hood sticker good until Dec 2023

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean the floor under cooking equipment dishwasher and prep tables. Clean the walls and ceiling of dry on food in the warewashing area.

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

minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean light switch covers soap and paper towel holders of any build up.

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, Oct 17, 2023 · Original Source