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 Paramount Cafe @Emerson last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 9, 2025. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Sep 6, 2024 to May 9, 2025.
Has The Paramount Cafe @Emerson ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 6, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Inspection
May 9, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Walk in cooler at 60F. PIC stated service call has been placed. All perishable items removed. Repair as necessary.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2025
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
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
Raw chicken at 60F in walk in cooler. Unit reading 60F. Chicken discarded. Service call has been placed for unit. All perishable items moved to additional refrigeration units.
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.
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Walk in cooler at 60F. PIC stated service call has been placed. All perishable items removed. Repair as necessary.
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.
Missing light sheild for lighting in back of house above 3 bay sink. Provide cover.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 15, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Walk in cooler at 60F. PIC stated service call has been placed. All perishable items removed. Repair as necessary.
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Raw chicken at 60F in walk in cooler. Unit reading 60F. Chicken discarded. Service call has been placed for unit. All perishable items moved to additional refrigeration units.
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.
Missing light sheild for lighting in back of house above 3 bay sink. Provide cover.
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.