Inspection record
Hennessy's of Boston
25 Union St · Boston, MA 02109
5inspections since May 2026
95violations recorded
HE_NotReqlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Sep 25, 2026HE_NotReq0 violations
No violations recorded on this inspection.
Jul 23, 2026HE_FailExt10 violations
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Walkin cooler observed leaking. Repair (7.8.26) Waiting on parts per PIC (7.16.26) PIC to Provide work order invoice
***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 (7.8.26) In process per PIC (7.16.26) 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
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Bar area observed missing hanwashing sink. Install Staff advised to use one bay on the 3 bay sink on site since 3 bay sink is not used for warewashing. (7.16.26)
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Air gap was installed (7.23.26) 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
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Observed excess water dispensing inside kitchen main handwashing sink. Remove and keep accessible for handwashing only
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe above mop sink observed leaking. Provide repair (7.16.26)
*Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floor throughout the bar area observed in need of the deep cleaning due debris accumulation and visible spills. Clean to remove
*Controlling Pests (C)
No fruit flies activity observed during the inspection . IPM report from 2 days prior was provided and showed activity IPM visit has been increased to weekly PIC to provide IPM report
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple small flies observed downstairs in the basement area and upstairs in the bar area PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov IPM report was provided on site dating 4.22.26 Visit date from 7.8.26 Shows activity and multiple recommendations. PIC to recommended to increase visit from licensed exterminator (7.16.26)
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement area observed heavily/excessive clutter. Large quantity of empty kegs observed stored throughout the basement area. . Clean to remove to prevent pest/rodent harborage (7.16.26)
Jul 16, 2026HE_Hearing16 violations
*Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Bar hansink/3 bay sink observed visible soiled restroom handsink/ toiled observed soiled . Clean to remove (7.8.26)
***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 (7.8.26) In process per PIC (7.16.26) 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
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement area observed heavily/excessive clutter. Large quantity of empty kegs observed stored throughout the basement area. . Clean to remove to prevent pest/rodent harborage (7.16.26)
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple small flies observed downstairs in the basement area and upstairs in the bar area PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov IPM report was provided on site dating 4.22.26 Visit date from 7.8.26 Shows activity and multiple recommendations. PIC to recommended to increase visit from licensed exterminator (7.16.26)
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Bar "handwashing sink" observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying (7.16.26)
*Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floor throughout the bar area observed in need of the deep cleaning due debris accumulation and visible spills. Clean to remove
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Pipe above mop sink observed leaking. Provide repair (7.16.26)
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Observed excess water dispensing inside kitchen main handwashing sink. Remove and keep accessible for handwashing only
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Bar area observed missing hanwashing sink. Install Staff advised to use one bay on the 3 bay sink on site since 3 bay sink is not used for warewashing. (7.16.26)
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of multiple coffin freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior of bar low temp dishwasher observed with soils build up refrigeration shelvings observed soiled. Clean & santize to remove
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Walkin cooler observed leaking. Repair (7.8.26) Waiting on parts per PIC (7.16.26) PIC to Provide work order invoice
**Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)
High temp dishwasher washing temp observed at 145F. Repair (7.8.26)
*Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Observed equipment line with aluminum foil in the kitchen area. Discontinue (7.8.26)
**Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Season menu observed missing consumer advisory reminder and allergen awareness. Provide
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed foods stored in freezer unit not wrapped and uncovered. Protect by provide cover & wrapper before storing
Jul 8, 2026HE_Hearing35 violations
***Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
Sheppard pie clam chowder curry sauce marinara sauce chilly 107F-121F stored in hot holding unit. Per chef foods were removed from the cold unit and placed in the hot holding without reheating first. Discussed at the time of inspection (cos)
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Vomit kit present on site observed compromise and missing supplies. Provide and keep accessible PIC will provide procedure to the operator
**Assignment (Pf)
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.
**(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control or any managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
**Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Observed container of raw oysters stored in the refrigerator missing tag. Discussed with PIC that shelltags to be kept with the oysters until last one is sold.
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed foods stored in freezer unit not wrapped and uncovered. Protect by provide cover & wrapper before storing
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed plastic cup stored inside ice holder at the bar area. Discontinue and use handle utensils and stored accordingly (cos)
*Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on the counter surfaces (3 bay sink) at the bar. Discontinue stored as discussed
**Records Creation & Retention (Pf)
PIC uanble to provide shelltags record. Discussed at the time of the inspection the importance of keeping shellstags record.
*Thawing (C)
Observed ROP packaging of raw salmon thawing still in the ROP . Discontinue
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple containers of cooked wings pico de gallo observed stored in the walk in without date marking. Provide made/ discard date before storing
**Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Season menu observed missing consumer advisory reminder and allergen awareness. Provide
*Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Observed equipment line with aluminum foil in the kitchen area. Discontinue (7.8.26)
**Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a working irreverssible thermometer for the kitchen high temp dishwasher. Provide & maintain accessible (7.8.26)
**Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Staff unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the bar low temp dishwasher. Provide & keep accessible (cos)
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
PIC uanble to provide sanitzer non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink on site. Provide (7.8.26)
**Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)
High temp dishwasher washing temp observed at 145F. Repair (7.8.26)
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Bar low temp dishwasher observed reading less than 50ppm chlorine. Repair to dispense according to regulation
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Walkin cooler observed leaking. Repair (7.8.26)
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of multiple coffin freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior of bar low temp dishwasher observed with soils build up refrigeration shelvings observed soiled. Clean & santize to remove
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Bar area observed missing hanwashing sink. Install Staff advised to use one bay on the 3 bay sink on site since 3 bay sink is not used for warewashing. (7.8.26)
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Observed excess water dispensing inside kitchen main handwashing sink. Remove and keep accessible for handwashing only
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
Mop sink observed with clogged. Stagnant water (7.8.26)
***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 (7.8.26) In process per PIC 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
*Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floor throughout the bar area observed in need of the deep cleaning due debris accumulation and visible spills. Clean to remove
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door observed missing effective weather strips. Install effective door sweep to prevent pest entry (7.8.26)
**Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Bar "handwashing sink" observed without hanwashing soap. Provide 7 maintain to encourage handwashing
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Bar "handwashing sink" observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying (7.8.26)
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Restrooms observed missing employee must wash hands signage. Install to encourage handwashing PIC to label food prep sink
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple flies observed downstairs in the basement area and (2) inside walk in cooler. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov IPM report was provided on site dating 4.22.26
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement area observed heavily/excessive clutter . Clean to remove to prevent pest/rodent harborage (7.8.26)
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
*Drying Mops (C)
Observed soiled mop stored in stagnant water / kitchen area. Discontinue
*Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Bar hansink/3 bay sink observed visible soiled restroom handsink/ toiled observed soiled . Clean to remove (7.8.26)
Jul 2, 2026HE_Fail34 violations
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Basement area observed heavily/excessive clutter . Clean to remove to prevent pest/rodent harborage
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door observed missing effective weather strips. Install effective door sweep to prevent pest entry
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed plastic cup stored inside ice holder at the bar area. Discontinue and use handle utensils and stored accordingly (cos)
**Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Observed container of raw oysters stored in the refrigerator missing tag. Discussed with PIC that shelltags to be kept with the oysters until last one is sold.
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Bar "handwashing sink" observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying
**Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Season menu observed missing consumer advisory reminder and allergen awareness. Provide
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
PIC uanble to provide sanitzer non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink on site. Provide
*Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Observed foods stored in freezer unit not wrapped and uncovered. Protect by provide cover & wrapper before storing
**Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Bar "handwashing sink" observed without hanwashing soap. Provide 7 maintain to encourage handwashing
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple containers of cooked wings pico de gallo observed stored in the walk in without date marking. Provide made/ discard date before storing
**Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Staff unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the bar low temp dishwasher. Provide & keep accessible (cos)
*Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on the counter surfaces (3 bay sink) at the bar. Discontinue stored as discussed
**Records Creation & Retention (Pf)
PIC uanble to provide shelltags record. Discussed at the time of the inspection the importance of keeping shellstags record.
***Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
Sheppard pie clam chowder curry sauce marinara sauce chilly 107F-121F stored in hot holding unit. Per chef foods were removed from the cold unit and placed in the hot holding without reheating first. Discussed at the time of inspection (cos)
*Thawing (C)
Observed ROP packaging of raw salmon thawing still in the ROP . Discontinue
**Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a working irreverssible thermometer for the kitchen high temp dishwasher. Provide & maintain accessible
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Restrooms observed missing employee must wash hands signage. Install to encourage handwashing PIC to label food prep sink
*Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Observed equipment line with aluminum foil in the kitchen area. Discontinue
**Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Wash Solution Temperature (Pf)
High temp dishwasher washing temp observed at 145F. Repair
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Bar low temp dishwasher observed reading less than 50ppm chlorine. Repair to dispense according to regulation
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Multiple flies observed downstairs in the basement area and (2) inside walk in cooler. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov IPM report was provided on site dating 4.22.26
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Walkin cooler observed leaking. Repair
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior of multiple coffin freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior of bar low temp dishwasher observed with soils build up interior of 2 bay sink observed soiled refrigeration shelvings observed soiled. Clean & santize to remove
*Drying Mops (C)
Observed soiled mop stored in stagnant water / kitchen area. Discontinue
*Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Bar hansink/3 bay sink observed visible soiled restroom handsink/ toiled observed soiled . Clean to remove
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Vomit kit present on site observed compromise and missing supplies. Provide and keep accessible PIC will provide procedure to the operator
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Bar area observed missing hanwashing sink. Install Staff advised to use one bay on the 3 bay sink on site since 3 bay sink is not used for warewashing.
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Observed excess water dispensing inside kitchen main handwashing sink. Remove and keep accessible for handwashing only
***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
*Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floor throughout the bar area observed in need of the deep cleaning due debris accumulation and visible spills. Clean to remove
**Assignment (Pf)
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.
**(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)
At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control or any managerial controls. . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
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