Saus Boston
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the Health Department
Latest: PASS W/ CONDITIONS
April 4, 2025
Address
31 UNION ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Inspection History
54 inspections
23 failures
1 closures
License
License #68342
Last inspected: April 4, 2025
Inspection History (50 most recent)
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
April 4, 2025
at 5:13 PM
0 violations
PASS
April 17, 2024
at 5:39 PM
9 violations
590.002/2-304.11-C - Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C): Ensure all food handlers are wearing clean uniforms aprons when working with foods in the kitchen - change them up throughout the day as needed | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food...
FAIL
April 8, 2024
at 4:55 PM
9 violations
590.002/2-304.11-C - Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C): Ensure all food handlers are wearing clean uniforms aprons when working with foods in the kitchen - change them up throughout the day as needed | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food...
PASS
October 3, 2023
at 5:55 PM
0 violations
PASS
April 13, 2023
at 5:24 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Tops of fryers with grease build up clean to remove | 590.006/6-501.12-C - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C): 1) Floor in basment area with grease buil dup around CO2 bottles clean to rem...
FAIL
April 5, 2023
at 4:20 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Tops of fryers with grease build up clean to remove | 590.006/6-501.12-C - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C): 1) Floor in basment area with grease buil dup around CO2 bottles clean to rem...
PASS
February 3, 2022
at 3:03 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): clean all surfaces affected by the sprinkler head. All affected surfaces should be cleaned and sanitized. | 590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): In the basement and in...
🚫 CLOSURE
January 27, 2022
at 3:58 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): clean all surfaces affected by the sprinkler head. All affected surfaces should be cleaned and sanitized. | 590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): In the basement and in...
PASS
January 21, 2022
at 5:06 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.12-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C): 1) Floors next to fryer with grease build up clean to remove 2) Hood with grease build up clean to remove | 590.006/6-501.11-C - Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments a...
FAIL
January 7, 2022
at 5:09 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.12-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C): 1) Floors next to fryer with grease build up clean to remove 2) Hood with grease build up clean to remove | 590.006/6-501.11-C - Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments a...
PASS
September 13, 2021
at 4:00 PM
3 violations
590.003/3-602.11-C - Food Labels (C): Some bulk container without labels ..Provide proper Labels | 590.004/4-204.112-C - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C): Some refrigeration without equip thermometer. Provide to ensure proper cold...
FAIL
August 23, 2021
at 6:09 PM
3 violations
590.003/3-602.11-C - Food Labels (C): Some bulk container without labels ..Provide proper Labels | 590.004/4-204.112-C - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C): Some refrigeration without equip thermometer. Provide to ensure proper cold...
PASS
April 14, 2021
at 7:34 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Soils and grease on hood panels Remove and clean | 590.004/4-204.117-PF - Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf): Low temp dishwasher unable to [pump...
FAIL
April 7, 2021
at 7:09 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Soils and grease on hood panels Remove and clean | 590.004/4-204.117-PF - Warewashing Machines Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers (Pf): Low temp dishwasher unable to [pump...
PASS
December 10, 2020
at 5:11 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-204.11-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Drip Prevention (C): Soiled and grease on hood panels .Remove clean. Provide professional cleaning and update sticker. | 590.004/4-601.11-PF - (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact S...
FAIL
December 3, 2020
at 5:26 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-204.11-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Drip Prevention (C): Soiled and grease on hood panels .Remove clean. Provide professional cleaning and update sticker. | 590.004/4-601.11-PF - (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact S...
PASS
August 5, 2020
at 6:12 PM
0 violations
PASS
October 30, 2019
at 5:27 PM
5 violations
590.002/2-301.15-PF - Where to Wash (Pf): The handsink is broken and employees are washing their hands in the prep sink. Train employees to properly wash their hands (a temporary handsink was setup to wash their hands) | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Cle...
FAIL
October 24, 2019
at 3:28 PM
5 violations
590.002/2-301.15-PF - Where to Wash (Pf): The handsink is broken and employees are washing their hands in the prep sink. Train employees to properly wash their hands (a temporary handsink was setup to wash their hands) | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Cle...
PASS
March 14, 2019
at 6:16 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.14 - Cooling: They beef gravy cooling in the refrigerator in a deep container is 65F after five minutes there was no change in temperature. Provide proper cooling methods to be sure that items are cooling properly from 140F to 70F in two...
FAIL
March 7, 2019
at 5:30 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.14 - Cooling: They beef gravy cooling in the refrigerator in a deep container is 65F after five minutes there was no change in temperature. Provide proper cooling methods to be sure that items are cooling properly from 140F to 70F in two...
PASS
September 28, 2018
at 5:47 PM
1 violation
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The blanched potatoes are being stored at room temperature and are 63F on the cooking line. The owner did lab testing and found the water activity to be less than 0.82 but the information has not been submitted to o...
FAIL
September 19, 2018
at 6:28 PM
1 violation
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The blanched potatoes are being stored at room temperature and are 63F on the cooking line. The owner did lab testing and found the water activity to be less than 0.82 but the information has not been submitted to o...
PASS
March 23, 2018
at 6:19 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The french fries are blanched in oil and then stored at room temperature 66F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below (items were time stamped so they were allowed to put back in the refrigerator) | 17-4-302.14 ...
FAIL
March 12, 2018
at 6:07 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The french fries are blanched in oil and then stored at room temperature 66F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below (items were time stamped so they were allowed to put back in the refrigerator) | 17-4-302.14 ...
PASS
November 22, 2017
at 5:19 PM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
April 18, 2017
at 3:38 PM
1 violation
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Shelving behind cook line with visible soils and paint chipping / Clean and repaint.
PASS
August 26, 2016
at 12:55 PM
5 violations
03-3-501.14 - Cooling: Gravy made yesterday (8/16/16) cooling in the walk in at 69F / Gravy is to be disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time. / Discussed proper cooling methods with CFPM gravy is currently b...
FAIL
August 17, 2016
at 12:36 PM
5 violations
03-3-501.14 - Cooling: Gravy made yesterday (8/16/16) cooling in the walk in at 69F / Gravy is to be disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time. / Discussed proper cooling methods with CFPM gravy is currently b...
PASS
June 21, 2016
at 5:51 PM
1 violation
20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Low temp dish machine sanitizer not registering / Repair.
FAIL
June 14, 2016
at 2:40 PM
2 violations
17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: No test kits on site for the low temperature dish machine / Provide. | 20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Low temp dish machine sanitizer not registering / Repair.
FAIL
May 23, 2016
at 5:02 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Shelving in upstairs prep corner with visible soils and wood chipping / Clean and repaint. | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: No test kits on site for the low temperature dish machine / Provide. | 27-5-103....
FAIL
May 12, 2016
at 2:42 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Shelving in upstairs prep corner with visible soils and wood chipping / Clean and repaint. | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: No test kits on site for the low temperature dish machine / Provide. | 27-5-103....
PASS
November 20, 2015
at 6:11 PM
5 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Repair leaking pipe under sink in the basement | 35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Anim...
FAIL
November 6, 2015
at 6:37 PM
5 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Repair leaking pipe under sink in the basement | 35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Anim...
PASS
April 28, 2015
at 5:27 PM
6 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers to identify the product | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide a working food thermometer | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Using wiping cl...
FAIL
April 17, 2015
at 5:06 PM
6 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all bulk food containers to identify the product | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide a working food thermometer | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Using wiping cl...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 20, 2015
at 3:33 PM
1 violation
37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: Provide a door sweep on the basement door discussed during inspection
PASS
August 27, 2014
at 6:19 PM
4 violations
01-3-602.11 B2 - Labeling of Ingredients: Label all packaged foods with proper allergen awareness information as discussed | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide working food thermometers | 06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Th...
FAIL
August 20, 2014
at 6:54 PM
4 violations
01-3-602.11 B2 - Labeling of Ingredients: Label all packaged foods with proper allergen awareness information as discussed | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide working food thermometers | 06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Th...
PASS
June 3, 2014
at 3:11 PM
2 violations
36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: Repair floors in the basement where needed | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: Unfinished walls in the prep kitchen - provide a clean - smooth - durable - non absorban...
FAIL
May 20, 2014
at 7:08 PM
9 violations
01-3-602.11 B2 - Labeling of Ingredients: Provide allergen information for packaged foods discussed during inspection | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all sugar - flour - salt containers as needed | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food ...
FAIL
May 13, 2014
at 5:21 PM
9 violations
01-3-602.11 B2 - Labeling of Ingredients: Provide allergen information for packaged foods discussed during inspection | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all sugar - flour - salt containers as needed | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 23, 2013
at 3:59 PM
6 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate food products 6" off floor. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean beer dispensing reach in | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Basement prep - clean drain to hand sink. | 36...
FAIL
December 16, 2013
at 4:36 PM
6 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate food products 6" off floor. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean beer dispensing reach in | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Basement prep - clean drain to hand sink. | 36...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 28, 2013
at 4:06 PM
2 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate food products 6" off floor. | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: Remove wood pallet from walk in.
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
November 7, 2012
at 3:14 PM
6 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate food 6" off floor in walk in | 09-3-301.11(C) - Handling of Food & Ice: Provide scoops for bulk food containers. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Defrost reach in freezer at prep line. ...
FAIL
November 1, 2012
at 3:43 PM
6 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate food 6" off floor in walk in | 09-3-301.11(C) - Handling of Food & Ice: Provide scoops for bulk food containers. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Defrost reach in freezer at prep line. ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
May 24, 2012
at 2:52 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Walk in elevate all food products 6" off floor. | 19-4-501.18-.110 - Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.: Adjust wash water on dishwasher. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Clean gre...
PASS
November 15, 2011
at 4:52 PM
0 violations