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Dave's Hot Chicken

123 Stuart St

Last inspected Mar 6, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

12 inspections

Inspection

Mar 6, 2026

Report filed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed pooling water or liquid in the interior of the reach-in refrigerator next to the deep fat fryers; clean and sanitize the interior of the reach-in refrigerator. After the observation the person in charge had an employee clean and sanitize the interior of the reach-in refrigerator.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed grout lines low and pooling water near the three compartment sink and along the cook line; regrout the floors to prevent pooling water and to prevent water damage to sub-floor.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Provide signage stating "Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy." visible to customers on or near the menu or registers. Provide signage stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request" visible to customers.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 23, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Elevated coliform counts in strawberry ice cream machine. Clean and sanitize. Discontinue use until updated lab report has been submitted.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 23, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 16, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Elevated coliform counts in strawberry ice cream machine. Clean and sanitize. Discontinue use until updated lab report has been submitted.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 10, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Ice cream machine with high coliform counts from lab report. Machine in use during time of inspection. Clean and sanitize machine and provide an updated lab test before using again.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 3, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Ice cream machine with high coliform counts from lab report. Machine in use during time of inspection. Clean and sanitize machine and provide an updated lab test before using again.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 18, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 11, 2025

Failed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 20, 2024

Passed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small grease fire behind the fryer station.No smoke odors soot or fire damage observed.exposed food items were disposed prior to my arrival discussed with the PIC to denature items. Establishment voluntarily closed and will remain closed until all cleaning & repairs are completed(per plumbing & Electrical inspectors requirements) Manager instructed to contact the Mayors hot line when ready for re-inspection.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Power is off to the establishment from resulting fire. Manager calling for possible dry ice to maintain product temperature. If power is off for an extended time a condemnation could be required.PIC would need to contact the Health department(617-635-5326) to discuss with a supervisor

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Small fire behind the fryer station(possible gas line issue) Repair per ISD plumbing inspectors requirements Power is off.Repair any necessary electrical issue per discussion with the ISD Electrical inspector

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floor under/around the fryer units to remove grease & soils.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 20, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 19, 2024

Voluntarily closed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small grease fire behind the fryer station.No smoke odors soot or fire damage observed.exposed food items were disposed prior to my arrival discussed with the PIC to denature items. Establishment voluntarily closed and will remain closed until all cleaning & repairs are completed(per plumbing & Electrical inspectors requirements) Manager instructed to contact the Mayors hot line when ready for re-inspection.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s notes

Power is off to the establishment from resulting fire. Manager calling for possible dry ice to maintain product temperature. If power is off for an extended time a condemnation could be required.PIC would need to contact the Health department(617-635-5326) to discuss with a supervisor

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
criticalCode 590.005/5-205.15-PFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)

Inspector’s notes

Small fire behind the fryer station(possible gas line issue) Repair per ISD plumbing inspectors requirements Power is off.Repair any necessary electrical issue per discussion with the ISD Electrical inspector

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the floor under/around the fryer units to remove grease & soils.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 7, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 7, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 23, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 24, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 24, 2024 · Original Source

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