Local 149
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
61
Score
Across the available record, Local 149 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 7, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average South Boston facility scores 87, putting Local 149 on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed a plastic bucket on the floor to catch water from the leaking pipe. Remove bucket and repair
590.005/5-205.15-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing soap. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing paper towels. Provide at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic squeeze bottles on the prep and cook line without proper labels. Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Signage missing to identify the handsink. Provide at all times.
590.006/6-301.14-C
61
Dec 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed equipment stored in handsink. Remove and Clean Retrain staff on proper storage of equipment and use of handsink
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings around the dishmachine and behind the refrigeration on the prep line. Clean to remove Provide the last 2 pest control reports to shemica.debnam@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy ice build up inside the freezer chest. Clean to remove Heavy food soils observed on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks heavily soiled with food build up and debris. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple maintenance tools not stored properly. Provide proper storage for all equipment to prevent contamination.
590.006/6-501.113-C
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Sep 15, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pulled chicken meat is in walkin cooler is 50F in covered plastic container made one day prior per on site PIC. Product was voluntarily discarded. Review holding temperatures and proper cooling methods with staff.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside ice machine in basement.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity in basement with what appears to be mice droppings on floor in dry storage room and in dining room under booth seats. Flies evident in basement. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Cookline handsink is obstructed with wire rack too close and pots on floor. Maintain free access at all times. COS.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Styrofoam containers of fish stored directly on floor in walkin. Store properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Basment walls behind meat slicer and ice machine with visible soils floors with soils under and around equipment. Clean floors and walls under around and behind equipment throughout basment.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door with daylight emitting through seams and bottom of double doors. Seal with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light shields missing from light fixtures in basement hallway and above kitchen. Replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Basement walkin cooler floor soiled with exposed concrete sufaces of pitted concrete that collects moisture. Clean and resurface with durable materials smooth non porous materials.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean stairs leading to trash storage area and surfaces around trash storage containers of visible buildup of debri grease and soils.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Change fly paper in bug light.
590.006/6-501.112-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation line running directly into food prep sink in basment. Remove. Properly plumb.
590.005/5-205.15-C
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May 19, 2022
Routine
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Address outdoor pest issue - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sinks in the kitchen missing paper towels - one is filled with soiled equipment - Keep hand sinks properly stocked and free from clutter and debris to gain easy access
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Address the menu as discussed - proper disclosure and reminder for menu items offered undercooked
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Not overseeing the day to day cleaning of the operation address
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff have clean outer attire when working with food - clean aprons and clean uniforms are a must
590.002/2-304.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised ceiing tiles where needed in the kitchen and downstairs in the dry goods storage room
590.006/6-201.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas where needed to remove all visible food soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Relocare in mop and bucket stored beside clean pan sheets
590.006/6-501.16-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Enclose slop sinks area as discussed - clean all around the basin and walls from visible soils
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment all freezer and refrigeration units inside and out from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Black woodenshelves containinmg the clean plates and bowls needs to be resurfaces as discussed address
590.004/4-101.11-C
Using drain plugs (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure you have three plugs for the basins in the three bay sink
590.005/5-501.114-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Local 149 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Local 149 on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Local 149?
Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Local 149.
How does Local 149 compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Local 149 most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Local 149's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Local 149 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Local 149 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Local 149 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Local 149 is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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