Ichiban Yakitori Sushi House
Latest: PASS
August 13, 2025
Address
14 WESTLAND AV
Fenway, MA 02115
Inspection History
53 inspections
25 failures
License
License #90209
Last inspected: August 13, 2025
Inspection History (50 most recent)
PASS
August 13, 2025
at 3:49 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed no hand washing by employees Employees returning to work stations - Prep/ware washing etc and not washing hands I provide and discussed with PIC materials for proper hand washing | 590.003/3-302.12-...
FAIL
August 6, 2025
at 5:46 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed no hand washing by employees Employees returning to work stations - Prep/ware washing etc and not washing hands I provide and discussed with PIC materials for proper hand washing | 590.003/3-302.12-...
PASS
April 23, 2025
at 5:21 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean the counter tops to remove crumbs & soils. | 590.006/6-501.13-C - Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C): Clean the basement floor to remove soils/debris Clean the floor in the basement w...
FAIL
April 18, 2025
at 4:16 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean the counter tops to remove crumbs & soils. | 590.006/6-501.13-C - Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C): Clean the basement floor to remove soils/debris Clean the floor in the basement w...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
November 29, 2024
at 6:33 PM
12 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Multiple violations noted on inspection - Providing proof that the PIC is not performing duties per code. All employees must be trained in food safety and sanitiation is it relates to ...
FAIL
November 22, 2024
at 8:02 PM
12 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Multiple violations noted on inspection - Providing proof that the PIC is not performing duties per code. All employees must be trained in food safety and sanitiation is it relates to ...
PASS
August 7, 2024
at 6:13 PM
3 violations
590.003/3-307.11-C - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C): Kitchen Paper towel dispenser over food prep sink No over head protection at food condiment containers (stored under pipes and ceilings that are not smooth durable easily cleanable...
FAIL
June 3, 2024
at 4:12 PM
21 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed no hand washing by employees Employees returning to work stations - Prep/ware washing etc and not washing hands Employees wiping hands on apron I provide and discussed with PIC materials for proper h...
FAIL
May 29, 2024
at 3:37 PM
21 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed no hand washing by employees Employees returning to work stations - Prep/ware washing etc and not washing hands Employees wiping hands on apron I provide and discussed with PIC materials for proper h...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
November 2, 2023
at 3:51 PM
1 violation
590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Clean the exteriors of the reach in refrigeration units to remove soils/food debis
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 4, 2023
at 5:41 PM
2 violations
590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Opened canned items observed stored in original can.Discontinue. Store items in food grade containers when opened. | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 22, 2022
at 7:12 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Hood filters observed soiled with dripping grease.Clean to remove soils. | 590.006/6-201.17-C - Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C): Clean the stainless steel wall behing the wok station ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 5, 2022
at 6:28 PM
2 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Staff missing hair restraints.Provide hair restraints for all employees | 590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Hood filters observed soiled with built up grease & s...
PASS
November 29, 2021
at 7:12 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Container of raw oysters stored over sealed containers of seaweed salad. Store raw animal food below ready to eat prepared foods. Corrected on site. | 59...
FAIL
November 22, 2021
at 5:48 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Container of raw oysters stored over sealed containers of seaweed salad. Store raw animal food below ready to eat prepared foods. Corrected on site. | 59...
PASS
April 26, 2021
at 7:12 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): They are saving tags for the oysters but they are not marking the date the bag was emptied. Properly mark the dates and store the tags for 90 days. | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use ...
FAIL
April 16, 2021
at 7:07 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): They are saving tags for the oysters but they are not marking the date the bag was emptied. Properly mark the dates and store the tags for 90 days. | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 5, 2021
at 5:26 PM
2 violations
590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Interior wire rack shelving observed worn with rust/soils.Clean to remove soils resurface/replace shelving as needed. | 590.006/6-501.12...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 10, 2020
at 5:16 PM
2 violations
590.006/6-201.17-C - Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C): Clean wall & interior of hood next to & above wok station to remove soils/grease build up. | 590.006/6-501.12-C - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C): Clean floor next to ice m...
PASS
July 24, 2020
at 3:30 PM
1 violation
590.004/4-204.112-PF - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf): Provide irreversible temperature indicator for high temp dish machine.
FAIL
July 15, 2020
at 4:27 PM
1 violation
590.004/4-204.112-PF - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf): Provide irreversible temperature indicator for high temp dish machine.
PASS
January 10, 2020
at 7:01 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Employees unable to properly wash hands at sink in sushi bar | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Squeeze bottles with no labels | 590.003/3-501.13-C - Thawi...
FAIL
January 2, 2020
at 4:41 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Employees unable to properly wash hands at sink in sushi bar | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Squeeze bottles with no labels | 590.003/3-501.13-C - Thawi...
PASS
June 14, 2019
at 7:21 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products on counter at above 41F including raw whole shell eggs @ 69F and cut greens @ 51F. Hold at 41F or below | 10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Scoop for rice in stagnant water- Discontinue | M-8-103....
FAIL
June 6, 2019
at 7:17 PM
3 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple products on counter at above 41F including raw whole shell eggs @ 69F and cut greens @ 51F. Hold at 41F or below | 10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Scoop for rice in stagnant water- Discontinue | M-8-103....
PASS
January 22, 2019
at 7:46 PM
11 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: raw shell eggs stored on cart at cookline at 57F- Store under refrigeration- Discarded | 06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Multiple products on counters in ambient air in different stages of defrosting- Disco...
FAIL
January 10, 2019
at 1:41 PM
11 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: raw shell eggs stored on cart at cookline at 57F- Store under refrigeration- Discarded | 06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Multiple products on counters in ambient air in different stages of defrosting- Disco...
PASS
September 18, 2018
at 6:38 PM
7 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: No labels on bulk food containers- Provide | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic/oil on stove at 58F cut cucumber and avacado at sushi station 55F. Ensure foods maintained at 41F or below. Remov...
FAIL
September 11, 2018
at 6:17 PM
7 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: No labels on bulk food containers- Provide | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic/oil on stove at 58F cut cucumber and avacado at sushi station 55F. Ensure foods maintained at 41F or below. Remov...
PASS
April 17, 2018
at 6:58 PM
10 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Sweet potato patties (Fried) 71F on counter- Discarded Hold at 140F or above | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Eggs at cookline 66F- Discarded Cut vegetables at prep line 49F- Placed in refrigeration Cold Hold at 41F or b...
FAIL
April 9, 2018
at 6:55 PM
10 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Sweet potato patties (Fried) 71F on counter- Discarded Hold at 140F or above | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Eggs at cookline 66F- Discarded Cut vegetables at prep line 49F- Placed in refrigeration Cold Hold at 41F or b...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 9, 2018
at 2:20 PM
2 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The gaskets on the large sandwich unit are broken. Repair or replace. | M-2-103.11 - PIC Performing Duties: 8-303.20 Condition of issuance for non payment of 2018 Health Permit. Contact Health Department
FAIL
January 8, 2018
at 2:15 PM
5 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The gaskets on the large sandwich unit are broken. Repair or replace. | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: The interior of the ice machine is soiled with buildup. Clean to remove. | 36-6-201.1...
FAIL
December 27, 2017
at 7:20 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The gaskets on the large sandwich unit are broken. Repair or replace. | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: The interior of the ice machine is soiled with buildup. Clean to remove. | 36-6-201.1...
PASS
June 13, 2017
at 1:15 PM
7 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: They do not have the tags for the oysters and clams and have not been storing them for 90 days. Keep all shellstock tags with the item until the bag is empty and then retain the tags organized for 90 days. | 03-3...
FAIL
June 5, 2017
at 6:25 PM
7 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: They do not have the tags for the oysters and clams and have not been storing them for 90 days. Keep all shellstock tags with the item until the bag is empty and then retain the tags organized for 90 days. | 03-3...
PASS
January 13, 2017
at 4:16 PM
6 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: There are items in both flip-top refrigerators that are stored above the fill lines; bean sprouts 48F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: The walk-in coolers are crowde...
FAIL
January 3, 2017
at 4:59 PM
6 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: There are items in both flip-top refrigerators that are stored above the fill lines; bean sprouts 48F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: The walk-in coolers are crowde...
PASS
August 8, 2016
at 4:11 PM
1 violation
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The counters are damaged at the sushi bar. Repair or replace.
FAIL
June 22, 2016
at 6:22 PM
8 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: They are using clams for a soup throughout the summer. There are tags on the bag of clams in the refrigerator but they are not maintaining tags. Keep the tags organized for 90 days. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holdi...
FAIL
June 13, 2016
at 6:48 PM
8 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: They are using clams for a soup throughout the summer. There are tags on the bag of clams in the refrigerator but they are not maintaining tags. Keep the tags organized for 90 days. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holdi...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 3, 2016
at 7:29 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The sweet potato tempura and cut vegetables are stored at room temperature 63F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The counter at the sushi bar is worn and duct ...
FAIL
January 26, 2016
at 7:29 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: The sweet potato tempura and cut vegetables are stored at room temperature 63F. Provide proper cold holding of 41F or below. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: The counter at the sushi bar is worn and duct ...
PASS
August 7, 2015
at 6:32 PM
10 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Observed employees removing multiple products from counters and place in refrigeration including fried shrimp at 68F and cooked noodles at 57F. PIC stated products were on counter for 40min. Products must be held at ...
FAIL
August 4, 2015
at 6:02 PM
10 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Observed employees removing multiple products from counters and place in refrigeration including fried shrimp at 68F and cooked noodles at 57F. PIC stated products were on counter for 40min. Products must be held at ...
PASS
March 9, 2015
at 6:20 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Fried sweet potatoes on back of flip top unit at 52F- Ensure cold holding at 41F or below. Discarded by PIC | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Multiple food products left open and stored on counters overnight.Old r...
FAIL
March 2, 2015
at 4:43 PM
8 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Fried sweet potatoes on back of flip top unit at 52F- Ensure cold holding at 41F or below. Discarded by PIC | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Multiple food products left open and stored on counters overnight.Old r...
PASS
October 6, 2014
at 6:06 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Ingredients for sushi stored next to handsink- Must provide protection from splash of handsink- Moved by PIC | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Multiple wet wiping cloths stored on counter- Ensure we...
FAIL
September 29, 2014
at 6:25 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Ingredients for sushi stored next to handsink- Must provide protection from splash of handsink- Moved by PIC | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Multiple wet wiping cloths stored on counter- Ensure we...
PASS
May 15, 2014
at 2:32 PM
7 violations
08-3-302.11/3-304.11 - Separation Segregation Cross Contamination: Multiple food in walkin stored on floor and in and on top of other foods- Ensure all foods are properly stored off floor and seperated. Eggs stored with produce- Discontinue | 08-...