Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Chop Chop Rice Thai Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 2, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed (extension granted)”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Oct 7, 2026 to Nov 2, 2026.
Has Chop Chop Rice Thai Cuisine ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 7, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Inspection
Nov 2, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
10-15-2026 work has been done at the prep sink but a permit has not been given yet; have your licensed plumber pull permits at 1010 Mass Ave and provide the permit from the City Plumbing Inspector as soon as possible.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Observed at the food prep areas above the warewashing areas that there are exposed pipes or utility lines; per the plan review it states that these are to be enclosed; provide enclosed utility lines or pipes.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 22, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Approved stamped plans on site indicate a handsink should be located next to the ice machine at the serving line. That handsink was found not to be installed upon today's inspection. Install working handsink according to approved plans. Provide copy of a ISD plumbing permit.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
10-15-2026 work has been done at the prep sink but a permit has not been given yet; have your licensed plumber pull permits at 1010 Mass Ave and provide the permit from the City Plumbing Inspector as soon as possible.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Observed at the food prep areas above the warewashing areas that there are exposed pipes or utility lines; per the plan review it states that these are to be enclosed; provide enclosed utility lines or pipes.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 15, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Approved stamped plans on site indicate a handsink should be located next to the ice machine at the serving line. That handsink was found not to be installed upon today's inspection. Install working handsink according to approved plans. Provide copy of a ISD plumbing permit.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
10-15-2026 work has been done at the prep sink but a permit has not been given yet; have your licensed plumber pull permits at 1010 Mass Ave and provide the permit from the City Plumbing Inspector as soon as possible.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Observed at the food prep areas above the warewashing areas that there are exposed pipes or utility lines; per the plan review it states that these are to be enclosed; provide enclosed utility lines or pipes.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 7, 2026
Failed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Approved stamped plans on site indicate a handsink should be located next to the ice machine at the serving line. That handsink was found not to be installed upon today's inspection. Install working handsink according to approved plans. Provide copy of a ISD plumbing permit.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
The food prep sink drain pipe does not have a seperation gap. Install. Provide copy of ISD plumbing permit from a licensed plumber.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.