Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Langham Hotel/Grana last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 18, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Nov 13, 2023 to Jun 18, 2026.
Has The Langham Hotel/Grana ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 13, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Inspection
Jun 18, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s Notes
No air gap observed in food prep sink. Provide air gap or provide a quote from a licensed plumber detailing the extent and cost of proposed work.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 10, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s Notes
No air gap observed in food prep sink. Provide air gap or provide a quote from a licensed plumber detailing the extent and cost of proposed work.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Provide hand sink only sign in warewash area hand sink.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 4, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-202.13-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P)
Inspector’s Notes
No air gap observed in food prep sink. Provide air gap or provide a quote from a licensed plumber detailing the extent and cost of proposed work.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Provide hand sink only sign in warewash area hand sink.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 19, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bakery area /provide properly enclosed ceiling at all food areas to enclose all piping/please provide a report from licensed contractor of cost to enclose ceiling.ceiling that is smooth cleanable and durable Provide quotes for ceiling covering. Submit to keila.depina@boston.gov
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 12.2.25. Provide updated sticker (appointment schedule for Dec 18.2025)
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, Dec 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 10, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bulk food (flour) Portion cup observed in use to dispense foods from bulks. Discontinue and provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands( corrected on site)
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.
Bakery area /provide properly enclosed ceiling at all food areas to enclose all piping/please provide a report from licensed contractor of cost to enclose ceiling.ceiling that is smooth cleanable and durable Provide quotes for ceiling covering. Submit to keila.depina@boston.gov
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 12.2.25. Provide updated sticker (appointment schedule for Dec 18.2025)
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, Dec 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 3, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bulk food (flour) Portion cup observed in use to dispense foods from bulks. Discontinue and provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands( corrected on site)
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.
Bakery area /provide properly enclosed ceiling at all food areas to enclose all piping/please provide a report from licensed contractor of cost to enclose ceiling.ceiling that is smooth cleanable and durable Provide quotes for ceiling covering. Submit to keila.depina@boston.gov
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 12.2.25. Provide updated sticker (appointment schedule for Dec 18.2025)
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, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 25, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 21, 2023
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-204.117-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No Chlorine registering at Fed bar low temp machine repair to read 100-150 pppm
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.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 13, 2023
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-204.117-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No Chlorine registering at Fed bar low temp machine repair to read 100-150 pppm
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.
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.