SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Legal Sea Foods last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 3, 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?
8 inspections on record, from Jan 3, 2024 to Jun 3, 2026.
Has Legal Sea Foods ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspections
Inspection
Jun 3, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
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 observed expired May 11 2026. Provide Updated 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, Jun 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 21, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
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 observed expired May 11 2026. Provide Updated 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, May 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 13, 2025
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bottom of the glass refrigerator at the bar area 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, Feb 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 28, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Freezer unit not mantaining temperature registering 32F. Repair .All food removed for immediate cooking.
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
Some of the refrigerating unit at the bar area 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, May 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 23, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Freezer unit not mantaining temperature registering 32F. Repair .All food removed for immediate cooking.
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
Some of the refrigerating unit at the bar area 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.