Inspection record
Alma Cantina
15 Union St · Boston, MA 02109
5inspections since May 2026
74violations recorded
HE_Passlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Aug 18, 2026HE_Pass4 violations
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov. In process (7.8.26) If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
*Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Multiple glue traps on site observed with dead cockroaches and fruit flies in the dowsntairs warewashing area. PIC to provide current IPM report citing drop ceiling notation .
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor under equipments in the bar area observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible loose debris stagnant water and soils accumulaiton. Ckean to remove
*Controlling Pests (C)
Door sweep that was previous installed in the back door and front door observed missing. Provide to prevent pest access.
Jul 29, 2026HE_Fail4 violations
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor under equipments in the bar area observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible loose debris stagnant water and soils accumulaiton. Ckean to remove
*Controlling Pests (C)
Door sweep that was previous installed in the back door and front door observed missing. Provide to prevent pest access.
*Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Multiple glue traps on site observed with dead cockroaches and fruit flies in the dowsntairs warewashing area. PIC to provide current IPM report citing drop ceiling notation .
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov. In process (7.8.26) If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
Jul 8, 2026HE_FailExt9 violations
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov. In process (7.8.26) If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed hole in the basement wall .Repair (in process 6.30.26) Observed broken handwashing sink in the restroom. Repair
**Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
Warewashing handwashing sink observed broken (damaged) non operational. Repair (per PIC wil be installed in the next couple days)
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Bar handsink observed leaking cold water faucet observed not dispesing kichen handsink observed leaking . Provide repair (in process 6.30.26) Multiple faucet observed not operating. 3 bay sink observed clogged.
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Door sweep on the backdoor observed not effective (hole) . Install effective door sweep to prevent pest/rodent entry
*Intensity-Lighting (C)
Lighting by the back door observed not operating. Provide repair
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple old mice droppings observed in the basement storage area. Clean to remove At the time of inspection Orkin pest control was on site. IPM report was provide and showed activity.
*Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Restroom light bulbs observed missing protective shield. Provide
Jun 30, 2026HE_FailExt29 violations
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple old mice droppings observed in the basement storage area. Clean to remove At the time of inspection Orkin pest control was on site. IPM report was provide and showed activity.
**Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Water throughout the facility observed between 75F-105F. Provide repair to meet peak demanding time
*Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (C)
Observed walk in shelvings lined with cardboard. Discontinue
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed hole in the basement wall .Repair (in process 6.30.26) Observed broken handwashing sink in the restroom. Repair
*Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed staff cleaning food contact surfaces with yellow sponges. Discontinue
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed portion cup stored inside food. Discontinue use utensils with handle to prevent contamination by hands.
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters & attachment observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires 7.6.26
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for vomit & diarrheal clean up events. Provide & maintain accessible. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
*Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed staff working in the kitchen without hair restraint. Provide
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior exterior of ice machine observed soiled by brown substance interior/exterior and around dishwasher (bar/downstairs) observed soiled with build up drain boards for clean dishes observed soiled by grease and foods residue. Clean & Sanitize to remove
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Low temp dishwasher (bar/downstairs) observed not dispensing sanitizer 00ppm and washing/rinsing at 93F-104F. Provide Repair
**(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining food safety and others managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
*Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Dishwasher downsrairs observed missing data plate . Provide
*Intensity-Lighting (C)
Lighting by the back door observed not operating. Provide repair
*Handwashing Signage (C)
All handwashing sink on site (ktichen/ restroom) observed missing employee must hanwashing signage. Provide to encourage handwashing and to prevent contamination by hands PIC to label food prep sink
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Bar handsink & kitchen handsink observed without paper towel. Provide . PIC to monitor handwashing . (cos)
*(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current Servsafe Certificate
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Door sweep on the backdoor observed not effective (hole) . Install effective door sweep to prevent pest/rodent entry
*Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Restroom light bulbs observed missing protective shield. Provide
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Container of cooked foods observed stored in walkin. Provide cover to prevent contamination
**Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the low temp diswasher on site. Provide & maintain accessible
**Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf)
3 bay sink on site observed non operational or accessible. Provide accessibility
*Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Grease barrel observed heavily soiled with visible grease build up. Clean to remove to prevent pest access.
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor in the basement area observed in need of deep cleaning due to loose debris. stagnant water. stagnant soda syrup and floor under equipments in the bar area. Clean to remove
*Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Mop / mop bucket observed stored in kitchen area. Discontinue & store as discussed during the inspection
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement storage area observed heavily clutter. Clean & organize to prevent pest/rodent harborage
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Bar handsink observed leaking cold water faucet observed not dispesing kichen handsink observed leaking . Provide repair (in process 6.30.26) Multiple faucet observed not operating. 3 bay sink observed clogged.
**Handwashing Sinks-Location and Placement (Pf)
Warewashing handwashing sink observed broken (damaged) non operational. Repair (per PIC wil be installed in the next couple days)
Jun 29, 2026HE_Fail28 violations
*Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Grease barrel observed heavily soiled with visible grease build up. Clean to remove to prevent pest access.
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Observed hole in the basement wall .Repair Observed broken handwashing sink in the restroom. Repair
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement storage area observed heavily clutter. Clean & organize to prevent pest/rodent harborage
*Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Mop / mop bucket observed stored in kitchen area. Discontinue & store as discussed during the inspection
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple old mice droppings observed in the basement storage area. Clean to remove At the time of inspection Orkin pest control was on site. IPM report was provide and showed activity.
*Intensity-Lighting (C)
Lighting by the back door observed not operating. Provide repair
*Handwashing Signage (C)
All handwashing sink on site (ktichen/ restroom) observed missing employee must hanwashing signage. Provide to encourage handwashing and to prevent contamination by hands PIC to label food prep sink
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Bar handsink & kitchen handsink observed without paper towel. Provide . PIC to monitor handwashing . (cos)
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Door sweep on the backdoor observed not effective (hole) . Install effective door sweep to prevent pest/rodent entry
*Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
Restroom light bulbs observed missing protective shield. Provide
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Floor in the basement area observed in need of deep cleaning due to loose debris. stagnant water. stagnant soda syrup and floor under equipments in the bar area. Clean to remove
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap to : inca.prince@boston.gov If an air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection 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
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Bar handsink observed leaking cold water faucet observed not dispesing kichen handsink observed leaking . Provide repair Multiple faucet observed not operating. 3 bay sink observed clogged.
**Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Water throughout the facility observed between 75F-105F. Provide repair to meet peak demanding time
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior exterior of ice machine observed soiled by brown substance interior/exterior and around dishwasher (bar/downstairs) observed soiled with build up drain boards for clean dishes observed soiled by grease and foods residue. Clean & Sanitize to remove
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Low temp dishwasher (bar/downstairs) observed not dispensing sanitizer 00ppm and washing/rinsing at 93F-104F. Provide Repair
**Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the low temp diswasher on site. Provide & maintain accessible
**Manual Warewashing Sink Compartment Requirements (Pf)
3 bay sink on site observed non operational or accessible. Provide accessibility
*Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Dishwasher downsrairs observed missing data plate . Provide
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters & attachment observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires 7.6.26
*Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (C)
Observed walk in shelvings lined with cardboard. Discontinue
*Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Observed staff cleaning food contact surfaces with yellow sponges. Discontinue
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed portion cup stored inside food. Discontinue use utensils with handle to prevent contamination by hands.
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Container of cooked foods observed stored in walkin. Provide cover to prevent contamination
*(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
PIC unable to provide Servsafe Certificate. Post current Servsafe Certificate
**(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining food safety and others managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for vomit & diarrheal clean up events. Provide & maintain accessible. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
*Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Observed staff working in the kitchen without hair restraint. Provide
Violation severity marks (*, **, ***) are the city's published violation levels. Result codes are Boston ISD's own codes, shown verbatim - we found no public legend. Methodology