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Quick Answers
When was Coreanos last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 5, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from May 14, 2025 to Nov 5, 2026.
Has Coreanos ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 14, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Inspection
Nov 5, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
IPM report dated 10/28/26 indicates some mice activity. Continue with treatment and cleanliness measures until no pest activity present at establishment.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 29, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping clothes observed wet on counters store properly in sanitizer solution.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Large amount of boxes with food stored on the floor at both levels. Elevate properly. Observed Beef in plastic bags stored on the top counter inside the walk-in unit. on top of vegetables. Seaparate properly.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Large amount of prepared food items stored without date- marking inside the walk-in unit. Provide date-marking.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of equipment at the cooking line with grease build up. Clean to remove. Several counters at both levels soiled. --- Clean all properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
IPM report dated 10/28/26 indicates some mice activity. Continue with treatment and cleanliness measures until no pest activity present at establishment.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Wall near the Hood Vent and utility pipes against the wall with grease build up. Clean all to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent with grease build up Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 22, 2026
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping clothes observed wet on counters store properly in sanitizer solution.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Large amount of boxes with food stored on the floor at both levels. Elevate properly. Observed Beef in plastic bags stored on the top counter inside the walk-in unit. on top of vegetables. Seaparate properly.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Large amount of prepared food items stored without date- marking inside the walk-in unit. Provide date-marking.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of equipment at the cooking line with grease build up. Clean to remove. Several counters at both levels soiled. --- Clean all properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Observed large amount of rodent-like droppings at lower level concentrated in the dry storage area and along the wall at the prep area. Observed a live roach stuck in a glue trap.---- Provide an IPM report by a licenced exterminator. Ensure that area is cleaned from droppings and no pest activity is present. Change glue traps as needed.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Wall near the Hood Vent and utility pipes against the wall with grease build up. Clean all to remove.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent with grease build up Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 2, 2026
Passed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths stored wet on counters Store properly in sanitizer solution.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed several packaged food products stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Several prepared food items in the walk-in unit without date-marking. Provide.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Unable to perform proper warewashing due to missing drain plugs in the three bay sink. Provide and perform proper warewashing (Wash Rinse Sanitize)
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Some storage shelves at both levels soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink at lower level with plastic hose discharging liquids from A/C. Remove and install properly.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floors under and around cooking line and wall next to it - soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 26, 2026
Failed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths stored wet on counters Store properly in sanitizer solution.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed several packaged food products stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Several prepared food items in the walk-in unit without date-marking. Provide.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Unable to perform proper warewashing due to missing drain plugs in the three bay sink. Provide and perform proper warewashing (Wash Rinse Sanitize)
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Some storage shelves at both levels soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink at lower level with plastic hose discharging liquids from A/C. Remove and install properly.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floors under and around cooking line and wall next to it - soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 17, 2025
Passed
10 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-301.15-PFOther
Official Wording
Where to Wash (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
On multiple occassions observed staff washing their hands at the three compartment sink; hands should only be washed at a hand sink not at a prep sink or three compartment sink. Retrain staff on handwashing.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
The person in charge was unable to provide procedures to clean a vomit and diarrhea event during the inspection; provide.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
The manager on duty who is a certified food protection manager was not able to give answers about the safe internal cooking temperature of any proteins the correct cold holding temperature was not able to name any of the reportable illnesses or symptoms. The person in charge should be knowlegable about food safety and illness policy and that can take active managerial control as the health inspector needed to instruct corrective actions to be taken by staff.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Cooked chicken wings that per the person in charge had been cooked at 11:45am 90F at 1:15pm; fried eggs stored underneath grill 54F had been cooked within 30 minutes per staff. Hold hot TCS foods at or above 135F or at 41F and below. The chicken wings were discarded and denatured by the person in charge with bleach.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior and exterior of fryolaters have accumulated grease buildup; hood baffles have encrusted grease buildup; clean and sanitize of grease and soils.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
At the rear door there is a gap at the bottom left of the door when closed where daylight is visible; repair or replace door and doorsweeps so daylight is no longer visible to prevent pest entry.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Small dark rodent droppings observed inside interior of fryolaters and along stairs leading to basement; clean and sanitize areas of droppings and provide an IPM pest report to damien.yee@boston.gov
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Yellow hood sticker expired November 2025; have licensed hood cleaner service hood and provide updated hood inspection sticker.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Failed
10 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-301.15-PFOther
Official Wording
Where to Wash (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
On multiple occassions observed staff washing their hands at the three compartment sink; hands should only be washed at a hand sink not at a prep sink or three compartment sink. Retrain staff on handwashing.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
The person in charge was unable to provide procedures to clean a vomit and diarrhea event during the inspection; provide.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
The manager on duty who is a certified food protection manager was not able to give answers about the safe internal cooking temperature of any proteins the correct cold holding temperature was not able to name any of the reportable illnesses or symptoms. The person in charge should be knowlegable about food safety and illness policy and that can take active managerial control as the health inspector needed to instruct corrective actions to be taken by staff.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Cooked chicken wings that per the person in charge had been cooked at 11:45am 90F at 1:15pm; fried eggs stored underneath grill 54F had been cooked within 30 minutes per staff. Hold hot TCS foods at or above 135F or at 41F and below. The chicken wings were discarded and denatured by the person in charge with bleach.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior and exterior of fryolaters have accumulated grease buildup; hood baffles have encrusted grease buildup; clean and sanitize of grease and soils.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
At the rear door there is a gap at the bottom left of the door when closed where daylight is visible; repair or replace door and doorsweeps so daylight is no longer visible to prevent pest entry.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Small dark rodent droppings observed inside interior of fryolaters and along stairs leading to basement; clean and sanitize areas of droppings and provide an IPM pest report to damien.yee@boston.gov
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Yellow hood sticker expired November 2025; have licensed hood cleaner service hood and provide updated hood inspection sticker.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 23, 2025
Passed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Mop sink in the establishment is not enclosed- Repair
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Numerous ready to eat items in the walkin refrigeration with no labeling- Provide date and product name Reviewed at the time of the inspection
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bottom shelf of prep tables in the lower level with rust- Repair
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cart used in the kitchen with heavy soils on the shelves and the wheels- Clean properly
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 14, 2025
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Mop sink in the establishment is not enclosed- Repair
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Numerous ready to eat items in the walkin refrigeration with no labeling- Provide date and product name Reviewed at the time of the inspection
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bottom shelf of prep tables in the lower level with rust- Repair
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cart used in the kitchen with heavy soils on the shelves and the wheels- Clean properly
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.