The Flamingo

August 17, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings2
critical findings0

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Failed findings

Service Sink (C)

Inspector note: No service sink observed on site. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of service sink to: inca.prince ***A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled.
code 590.005/5-203.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)

Inspector note: No food prep sink on site. Produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink direct to wast (no air gap). Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
code 590.005/5-204.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

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

Inspector note: Sliced tomato 57F guacamole 54F pico de gallo 56F stored in a non working cold unit. All foods were removed and placed in a working unit. Foods were in the unit for approx 30 minutes
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)critical

Inspector note: Bar dishwasher observed at .00ppm. Detergent bottles observed empty. (cos)
code 590.004/4-501.114-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Backflow Prevention (P)critical

Inspector note: No food prep sink on site. Produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink direct to wast (no air gap). Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
code 590.005/5-402.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector note: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control. At the time of inspection staff unable to answer question pertaining to food managerial controls. ***Establishment must designate a knowledgeable PIC and be present to oversee day to day operations to ensure the food establishment is operating in compliance with the food code at all hours of operation. No PIC present during the inspection.
code 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector note: Menu on site observed missing consumer advisory reminder and allergen awareness pertaining to the menu items. Provide
code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC unable to provide metal probe food themometer. Provide
code 590.004/4-204.112-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector note: No irreversible thermometer on site. Provide & maintain accessible
code 590.004/4-302.13-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for chlorine and quats solution (dishwasher/ 2 bay sink)
code 590.004/4-302.14-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

Inspector note: No non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink available on site. Provide
code 590.004/4-303.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Inerior of ice machine observed soiled brown and black substance build up. Clean & sanitize to remove
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Kitchen handwashing sink observed heavily blocked by shelvings. Remove. PIC to monitor hanwashing by food handlers
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector note: Bar handwashing sink observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying
code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector note: No CFPM certificate on site (Servsafe) . Post current ServSafe certificate
code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector note: Observed cookline equipments lined up with aluminum foils. Remove
code 590.004/4-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector note: Reach in cold unit observed at 62F. All foods stored in the unit was moved to a working cold unit working below 41F (thermometer inside)
code 590.004/4-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: Observed leaky soda syrup pipe in the basement. Repair
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Stagnant water and soda syrup observed downtairs in the basement area. Clean to remove
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector note: Front door observed missing effective door sweep. Install to prevent pest access.
code 590.006/6-202.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: Bar handsink observed missing handwashing signage. Install
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector note: Basement area observed heavily clutter . Clean to remove and to prevent pest harborage
code 590.006/6-501.114-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Floor tiles in different areas of the establishment observed in need of repair (broken/ missing)
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: No Allergen Awareness Certificate posted on site . Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate
code L1status: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on August 6, 2026: 1 finding appeared for the first time. 1 finding recurred. 22 previous findings did not recur.

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