SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Gong Cha last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 23, 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?
7 inspections on record, from Jul 8, 2024 to Oct 23, 2026.
Has Gong Cha ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 8, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Inspection
Oct 23, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heavy small fly activity in the rear of the establishment and dining area. Advised to remove shelving units to clean and sanitize all areas. In addition consult with the contractor to provide drain cleaning and remove buildup. PIC provided a pest control report from 10/9/26. Provide an updated report reflecting current service to address the issue noted. Review the pest report provided to see the recommendations.
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, Oct 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed heavy small fly activity in the rear of the establishment and dining area. Advised to remove shelving units to clean and sanitize all areas. In addition consult with the contractor to provide drain cleaning and remove buildup. PIC provided a pest control report from 10/9/26. Provide an updated report reflecting current service to address the issue noted. Review the pest report provided to see the recommendations.
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.
Several small flies observed in the warewashing area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an UPDATED IPM pest control report upon reinspection post dated after this inspection.
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.
Several small flies observed in the warewashing area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an UPDATED IPM pest control report upon reinspection post dated after this inspection.
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, Jan 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 22, 2024
Report filed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food handler not wearing hair restarant
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No written procedures and kit I provided written procedures and discussed what the kit requirements are with PIC
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on interior of ice machine
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Stained ceiling tiles - Prep area
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, Jul 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 8, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food handler not wearing hair restarant
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No written procedures and kit I provided written procedures and discussed what the kit requirements are with PIC
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Stained ceiling tiles - Prep area
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on interior of ice machine
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.