BOS' Sichuan Taste
FAILMonday, October 27, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
In the dining area underneath the seat cushions behind the cleaning supplies next to the restroom and in the basement there are small dark rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize the areas of roden droppings and have a licensed pest control operator treat for mice and send their report to damien.yee@boston.gov
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
There are multiple in-use spray bottles with chemicals in them that are unlabled; provide labels for in-use spray bottles.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.007. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
In the kitchen there are in-use bottles without name labels; provide name labels for in-use containers with foods removed or transferred from bulk containers.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.12-C
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
In the kitchen there was a metal container with multile utensils with the food contact surfaces stored in ambient water. Utensils must be stored in water at or above 135F in cool running water or on a clean and sanitized surface.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
In the left compartment of the three compartment sink observed live bullfrogs. Do not use the three compartment sinks for food prep; clean and sanitize the three comparment sinks to prevent contamination.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
In the kitchen they are using deli containers that are soiled for storing ingredients used for cooking. Cease using deli containers and provide containers that are cleanable durable and nonporous.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-601.11-C
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
The exteriors of the cold holding units in the basement are covered in encrusted soils; clean and sanitize of soils.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.