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Boston Fried Chicken

Latest: PASS July 23, 2025

📍 Neighborhood: Dorchester

🚇 Nearest Transit: Shawmut (Red Line)

Address
998 BLUE HILL AV
Dorchester, MA 02124
Inspection History
42 inspections
26 failures
License
License #357370
Last inspected: July 23, 2025

Inspection History (42 most recent)

PASS July 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
8 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): At the time of the inspection management was not ab le to properly demonstrate how to set up and test sanitizer. Address and properly train staff. | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage C...
FAIL July 15, 2025 at 5:55 PM
8 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): At the time of the inspection management was not ab le to properly demonstrate how to set up and test sanitizer. Address and properly train staff. | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage C...
PASS February 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-202.16-C - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C): Ice machine appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. | 590.005/5-205.15-C - System Maintained in Good Repair (C): Hot water faucet to the hand sink is continuosly running. Ad...
FAIL February 19, 2025 at 4:40 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide. | 590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): Soield wiping cloths ...
FAIL February 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide. | 590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): Soield wiping cloths ...
PASS February 21, 2024 at 6:23 PM
2 violations
590.005/5-205.15-C - System Maintained in Good Repair (C): At the time of the re-inspection a leak to a drainage pipe located in the basement area was observed . Address and make any necessary repairs. | 590.006/6-501.111-C - Controlling Pests (C...
FAIL February 8, 2024 at 5:36 PM
6 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): At the time of inspection the Food Safety Certification was 1 day prior to the expiration date. Address and provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been re...
FAIL January 31, 2024 at 7:22 PM
6 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): At the time of inspection the Food Safety Certification was 1 day prior to the expiration date. Address and provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been re...
PASS November 21, 2023 at 5:12 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-501.14-C - Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C): Exhausthood sticker expired on Oct 31 2023 service by licensed hood cleaner.
FAIL November 2, 2023 at 7:07 PM
5 violations
590.004/4-101.11-C - Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C): Door to walk in cooler discolored repair. | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Clean inter...
FAIL October 27, 2023 at 5:42 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-101.11-C - Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C): Door to walk in cooler discolored repair. | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Clean inter...
PASS August 9, 2023 at 7:31 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): Loose floor tiles near ware washing sink repair. | 590.006/6-501.111-PF - Controlling Pests (Pf): Evidence of flies near ware washing area provide current detailed pest control re...
FAIL August 2, 2023 at 6:49 PM
3 violations
590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): Loose floor tiles near ware washing sink repair. | 590.006/6-501.111-PF - Controlling Pests (Pf): Evidence of flies near ware washing area provide current detailed pest control re...
FAIL July 25, 2023 at 6:59 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Utensils for dispensing cooked foods observed hanging on stove handle discontinue practice and provide proper storage in clean water of 135F | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipme...
FAIL July 18, 2023 at 6:58 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Utensils for dispensing cooked foods observed hanging on stove handle discontinue practice and provide proper storage in clean water of 135F | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipme...
PASS March 28, 2023 at 2:54 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): Floor tiles near ware washing sink loose and cracked repair. Clean walls inside walk in cooler to remove visible soil.
FAIL February 2, 2023 at 8:14 PM
8 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): no paper towels at hand wash sink near ice cream dispensing area provide. | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Food safety certification expired provide current certifi...
FAIL January 25, 2023 at 7:51 PM
8 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): no paper towels at hand wash sink near ice cream dispensing area provide. | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Food safety certification expired provide current certifi...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS June 23, 2022 at 3:37 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): Clean floor below shelving inside walk in cooler below cooking equipment and near rear storage area. | 590.006/6-201.16-C - Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C): Replace st...
FAIL June 17, 2022 at 3:42 PM
8 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Ice cream scoop stored in container with stagnant water discontinue practice utensil must be stored in food with handle above food or in cool running water to flush moist foods. | ...
FAIL June 6, 2022 at 6:40 PM
8 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Ice cream scoop stored in container with stagnant water discontinue practice utensil must be stored in food with handle above food or in cool running water to flush moist foods. | ...
PASS February 10, 2022 at 7:31 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.11-C - Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C): Some ceiling tiles are stained provide proper repairs and replace. | 590.006/6-501.14-C - Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C): Exhausthood sticker ...
FAIL February 3, 2022 at 5:26 PM
11 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Person in charge must develop and train staff on frequent cleaning. | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): No labels on condiment foo...
FAIL January 27, 2022 at 7:19 PM
10 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Person in charge must develop and train staff on frequent cleaning. | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): No thermometers on condiment...
PASS December 17, 2021 at 5:46 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-603.11-C - Dry Cleaning-Methods (C): Numerous areas throughout establishment with encrusted soils and food residues including but no limited to: Storage shelving for products Floors throughout including under and behind equipment Stairs...
FAIL December 10, 2021 at 6:37 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-301.11-P - Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P): No evidence of proper handwashing by employees at location. HWater at handsink in prep area was turned of at the time of the inspection and was turned back on. The second handsink at the loc...
FAIL December 3, 2021 at 4:50 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-301.11-P - Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P): No evidence of proper handwashing by employees at location. HWater at handsink in prep area was turned of at the time of the inspection and was turned back on. The second handsink at the loc...
PASS September 2, 2021 at 3:57 PM
10 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC at establishment must ensure proper cleaning schedules are followed pest control is conducted and repairs are made | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C):...
FAIL August 24, 2021 at 4:03 PM
10 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC at establishment must ensure proper cleaning schedules are followed pest control is conducted and repairs are made | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C):...
PASS April 30, 2021 at 4:15 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Foods stored in open containers in freezer- | 590.003/3-501.17-PF - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf): Bulk food ...
FAIL April 21, 2021 at 7:10 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Foods stored in open containers in freezer- | 590.003/3-501.17-PF - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf): Bulk food ...
PASS November 27, 2020 at 6:58 PM
10 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Employee with no hair restraint- Provide | 590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Open containers of frozen foods in freezer with visib...
FAIL November 19, 2020 at 7:28 PM
10 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Employee with no hair restraint- Provide | 590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Open containers of frozen foods in freezer with visib...
PASS June 29, 2020 at 5:47 PM
3 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Employees unable to properly wash hands without paper towels- Corrected | 590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Multiple containers of frozen products ...
FAIL June 19, 2020 at 3:59 PM
3 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Employees unable to properly wash hands without paper towels- Corrected | 590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Multiple containers of frozen products ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS August 12, 2019 at 4:33 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Boxes chicken stored on floor in side walk in cooler elevate | 590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): exhausthood filter sticker expired filters...
FAIL August 2, 2019 at 7:41 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Boxes chicken stored on floor in side walk in cooler elevate | 590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): exhausthood filter sticker expired filters...
PASS November 14, 2018 at 4:19 PM
7 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Replace | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Wiping cloths discarded throughout the kitchen. discontinue practices | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean inside and outside of a...
FAIL November 8, 2018 at 7:33 PM
7 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Replace | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Wiping cloths discarded throughout the kitchen. discontinue practices | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean inside and outside of a...
PASS March 23, 2018 at 12:55 PM
2 violations
31-5-204/05.11 - Location Accessible: hand sink for cooking line area outside of counter space and not accessible to wash hands relocate to be able to properly wash hands | 42-5-203.13 - Mop Sink not Provided: mop sionk not enclosed enclose mop...
FAIL March 9, 2018 at 3:16 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Exposed wood at dry stock area seal or paint | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Faucet at hand sink not operating for hot water repair 2) Ceiling tile leaking repair leak | 31-5-204/05.11 - Lo...
FAIL March 8, 2018 at 1:15 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Exposed wood at dry stock area seal or paint | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Faucet at hand sink not operating for hot water repair 2) Ceiling tile leaking repair leak | 31-5-204/05.11 - Lo...
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department