Inspection record
Lola 42
20 Liberty Dr · Boston, MA 02210
3inspections since May 2026
27violations recorded
HE_Passlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Aug 20, 2026HE_Pass5 violations
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed liquid spills / stagnant water and food debris on floors throughout cook line and bar area. Clean to remove spills and maintain dry
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Observed bar handling fruits without sanitizer setup. Instructed PIC to ensure bars are fully setup prior to operating with sanitizer
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Observed low boy at flat grill station with heavy condensation inside. Repair
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Heavy food spills on cooking equipment. Thoroughly clean with frequency to prevent build up of spills
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen and upstairs near walk ins. Instructed PIC to contact pest control for treatments and conduct deep cleaning on all equipment and floor drains. Pest report review (7/21) while on site. Recommend additional service 8/13/26 - Observed continuous fly activity in kitchen and bar area. Instructed PIC to increase pest services for treatment and to continue with thorough cleaning of utensils / equipment / drains and bottles
Aug 13, 2026HE_FailExt12 violations
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed multiple plastic bowls being used for bulk dispensing from bulk containers and mixing cup being used at the bar. Discontinue and provide handled scoopers for all dispensing
***(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Observed raw cut tuna stored in refrigerated drawer unit @ 49F; Cole slaw @ 48; Bolognese @ 45F (walk in). Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC remove
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Observed multiple containers and bowls stored directly with food products in low boy. Remove and ensure all foods are properly stored to prevent contamination
*Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed multiple boxes of food stored on the floor inside walk in freezer unit. Remove and ensure foods are properly stored elevated 6" off the floor.
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Heavy food spills on cooking equipment. Thoroughly clean with frequency to prevent build up of spills
***Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
Observed buffer solutions for pH testing expired. Provide
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen and upstairs near walk ins. Instructed PIC to contact pest control for treatments and conduct deep cleaning on all equipment and floor drains. Pest report review (7/21) while on site. Recommend additional service 8/13/26 - Observed continuous fly activity in kitchen and bar area. Instructed PIC to increase pest services for treatment and to continue with thorough cleaning of utensils / equipment / drains and bottles
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Provide employee handwashing signage in all restrooms used by employees
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide proper door sweep on 2 door exit in Red room
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed liquid spills / stagnant water and food debris on floors throughout cook line and bar area. Clean to remove spills and maintain dry
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Observed low boy at flat grill station with heavy condensation inside. Repair
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Observed bar handling fruits without sanitizer setup. Instructed PIC to ensure bars are fully setup prior to operating with sanitizer
Aug 5, 2026HE_Fail10 violations
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine / chute; heavy food spills on cooking equipment; food debris & trash between soda & coffee table. Thoroughly clean to remove all mold / trash / spills and/or debris from stated equipment and continue with frequent cleaning
***Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
Observed buffer solutions for pH testing expired. Provide
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen and upstairs near walk ins. Instructed PIC to contact pest control for treatments and conduct deep cleaning on all equipment and floor drains. Pest report review (7/21) while on site. Recommend additional service
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Provide employee handwashing signage in all restrooms used by employees
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide proper door sweep on 2 door exit in Red room
*Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Observed multiple boxes of food stored on the floor inside walk in freezer unit. Remove and ensure foods are properly stored elevated 6" off the floor.
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Observed multiple containers and bowls stored directly with food products in low boy. Remove and ensure all foods are properly stored to prevent contamination
***(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Observed raw cut tuna stored in refrigerated drawer unit @ 49F; Cole slaw @ 48; Bolognese @ 45F (walk in). Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC remove
*Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Observed low boy at flat grill station with heavy condensation inside. Repair
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Observed multiple plastic bowls being used for bulk dispensing from bulk containers and mixing cup being used at the bar. Discontinue and provide handled scoopers for all dispensing
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