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Quick Answers
When was Poke Bar & Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 6, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed”.
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?
15 inspections on record, from Jan 3, 2024 to Nov 6, 2026.
Has Poke Bar & Kitchen ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 15 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
15 inspections
Inspection
Nov 6, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature
Official Wording
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Cut tomatoes 47F product made within the hour placed on ice to cool. Corrected on site.
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.
Bags of trash from establishment out on curb for pickup no receptable. Provide rodent resistant covered trash receptacles for trash storage and removal.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 10, 2026
Passed
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses
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.
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Using gloves to hold water in 3 bay sinks - Provided drain plugs
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.
Built up soils and food debris on cooking equipment
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
Soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units cabinets shelving throughout
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on floors walls ceiling and attachments throughout establishment
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.
Evidence of rodent activity in cabinet next to rice cooker on floor under and behind equipment - Kitchen/prep/serving line/ware washing and storage Provide full extermination and IPM (see attached) report prior to reinspection
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles and clutter - organize back prep/storage 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Gaps under front door Walls in storage are not smooth durable easily cleanable Stained and loose ceiling tiles in seating area prep area. Ceiling tiles in prep area are not smooth durable easily cleanable Defrost interior of chest type freezers Exposed wood in and outside of white cabinet on prep line Counter top at rice cooker in disrepair
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 10, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 25, 2026
Failed
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses
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.
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Using gloves to hold water in 3 bay sinks - Provided drain plugs
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.
Built up soils and food debris on cooking equipment
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
Soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units cabinets shelving throughout
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on floors walls ceiling and attachments throughout establishment
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.
Evidence of rodent activity in cabinet next to rice cooker on floor under and behind equipment - Kitchen/prep/serving line/ware washing and storage Provide full extermination and IPM (see attached) report prior to reinspection
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove all unused and unnecessary articles and clutter - organize back prep/storage 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Gaps under front door Walls in storage are not smooth durable easily cleanable Stained and loose ceiling tiles in seating area prep area. Ceiling tiles in prep area are not smooth durable easily cleanable Defrost interior of chest type freezers Exposed wood in and outside of white cabinet on prep line Counter top at rice cooker in disrepair
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, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
Report filed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.12-CFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on exterior of rice cookers
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
Frost build up on interior of chest type freezers Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration/freezer units
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments - Kitchen prep ware washing storage etc Soils on shelving - Kitchen prep ware washing storage etc
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove all empty food containers that are in trash area Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from establishment
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Walls in disrepair in Bathroom
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 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 5, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.12-CFood temperature
Official Wording
Cooking and Baking Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soils on exterior of rice cookers
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
Frost build up on interior of chest type freezers Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration/freezer units
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments - Kitchen prep ware washing storage etc Soils on shelving - Kitchen prep ware washing storage etc
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove all empty food containers that are in trash area Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from establishment
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Walls in disrepair in Bathroom
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 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 27, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Live mice observed running accross the kitchen (5.29.25).**** PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator to: isdhealth@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 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rice dispensing utensil observed stored in stagnant water measuring cup observed stored inside bulk bins. Provide proper utensils(handle) to prevent contamination by hands/bacteria. (corrected on site)
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wipping clothes observed stored on equipments. Discontinue and store on sanitizing 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.
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
Exterior of multiple house cooker observed soiled interior of front of the house chest freezer observed with excess ice. Clean 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.
Live mice observed running accross the kitchen .**** PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator to: isdhealth@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.
Live mice observed running accross the kitchen (5.29.25).**** PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator to: isdhealth@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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s Notes
2 Dead roaches observed on the glue trap under prep sink. Clean to remove
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 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rice dispensing utensil observed stored in stagnant water measuring cup observed stored inside bulk bins. Provide proper utensils(handle) to prevent contamination by hands/bacteria. (corrected on site)
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wipping clothes observed stored on equipments. Discontinue and store on sanitizing 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.
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
Exterior of multiple house cooker observed soiled interior of front of the house chest freezer observed with excess ice. Clean 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.
Multiple mice droppings observed in the storage area near the house model freezer unit on the floor under handsinks at the warewashing area. Clean to remove.**** PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from licensed exterminator to: Inca.Prince@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.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s Notes
2 Dead roaches observed on the glue trap under prep sink. Clean to remove
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.
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Using plastic food strainers that are not approved for commercial use
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Greens in hand sink basin plastic strainer (Corrected on site by PIC) Hand sink on prep station blocked by dunnage rack and large box (Corrected on site by PIC)
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Broken floor tiles throughout
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.
(A) and (C) Good Repair and Calibration-Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Using plastic food strainers that are not approved for commercial use
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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Greens in hand sink basin plastic strainer (Corrected on site by PIC) Hand sink on prep station blocked by dunnage rack and large box (Corrected on site by PIC)
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Broken floor tiles throughout
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, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 22, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
New food prep sink does not have indirect plumbing
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 15, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Using middle bay for food prep - Install food prep sink Food condiments stored in back room under ceiling and walls (electical cords wall breaker boxes etc) that is not smooth durable and easily cleanable
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
New food prep sink does not have indirect plumbing
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 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 14, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
15 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing 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.
Multiple Priority Priority Foundations and Core violations noted on inspection Received 3 large styrofoam containers of fish and this establishment does not have addtional refrigeration units Lab (Sushi Rice) expired Sushi pH test kit not working Proof that employees are not properly trained in food safety and santiation as it relates to their assigned duties
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Using middle bay for food prep - Install food prep sink Food condiments stored in back room under ceiling and walls (electical cords wall breaker boxes etc) that is not smooth durable and easily cleanable
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Sandwich/salad refrigeration units holding raw fish 60 F Salmon (spicy) 51 F Salmon 59 F PIC accepted 3 large styrofoam containers of Salmon and does not have sufficent refrigeration to keep fish at proper temperature
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
*Asterisks missing on menus for raw animal products
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.
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.
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 for responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal events
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units Clean all shelving Heavy build up of soils in between fryolators and on the interior and exterior of units
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on floors walls ceilings and attacments throughout
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
Ceiling tiles in seating area are in disrepair - Stained cracked with openings Expanding foam on ceiling above food condiment storage containers - Side storage
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, Jun 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 12, 2024
Failed
15 recorded violations
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 for responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal events
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
*Asterisks missing on menus for raw animal products
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
Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units Clean all shelving Heavy build up of soils in between fryolators and on the interior and exterior of units
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 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing 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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ceiling tiles in seating area are in disrepair - Stained cracked with openings Expanding foam on ceiling above food condiment storage containers - Side storage Walls behind and around food condiment storage containers not smooth durable and easily cleanable Gaps between hood filters
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.
Multiple Priority Priority Foundations and Core violations noted on inspection Received 3 large styrofoam containers of fish and this establishment does not have addtional refrigeration units Lab (Sushi Rice) expired Sushi pH test kit not working Proof that employees are not properly trained in food safety and santiation as it relates to their assigned duties
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Using middle bay for food prep - Install food prep sink Food condiments stored in back room under ceiling and walls (electical cords wall breaker boxes etc) that is not smooth durable and easily cleanable
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Sandwich/salad refrigeration units holding raw fish 60 F Salmon (spicy) 51 F Salmon 59 F PIC accepted 3 large styrofoam containers of Salmon and does not have sufficent refrigeration to keep fish at proper temperature
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.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Built up soils on floors walls ceilings and attacments throughout
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.