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Ichiban Yakitori Sushi House

Latest: PASS August 13, 2025

🍽️ Cuisine: Japanese

📍 Neighborhood: Longwood

🚇 Nearest Transit: Massachusetts Avenue (Orange Line)

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-...
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department