GreCo in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/14/25

BOSTON, MA - GreCo received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/14/2025.

Situated at 1 MILK ST, the establishment is part of Financial District's active food service sector. The Financial District area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C). Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods.

The second violation involved thermal management. Inspectors documented: Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The third violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fourth violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Service Sink (C). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fifth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The sixth violation involved facility maintenance. Inspectors documented: Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C). Damaged floors and walls can harbor pests and bacteria.

The seventh violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The eighth violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Handwashing Signage (C). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/14/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.