Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Stage Karaoke X Studios last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Aug 27, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Dec 20, 2023 to Aug 27, 2026.
Has Stage Karaoke X Studios ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 20, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Inspection
Aug 27, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an air gap at the single bay prep sink.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 20, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
6 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an air gap at the single bay prep sink.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The hood sticker expired on 1.9.26.Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new 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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an air gap at the single bay prep sink.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The hood sticker expired on 1.9.26.Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new 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, Aug 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 22, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink used as dump sink. Employee states they wash their hands at water station. Use for handwashing only.
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.
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.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.
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, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 8, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handsink used as dump sink. Employee states they wash their hands at water station. Use for handwashing only.
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.
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.
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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No irreversible thermometer available at the time of the inspection forthe high temperature dishwasher- 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test strips available for the low temp dish machine at the bar- Provide Tested at 50ppm with inspectors test strips
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No irreversible thermometer available at the time of the inspection forthe high temperature dishwasher- 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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test strips available for the low temp dish machine at the bar- Provide Tested at 50ppm with inspectors test strips
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.