Inspection
Sep 9, 2025
Out of business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 9, 2025 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Hissho Sushi @ Massart Treehouse
578 Huntington Av
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The full inspection history
10 inspectionsInspection
Mar 10, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 10, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 24, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walls and attachments with scratches and chipped paint
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 24, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No proof of lab report for pH Sushi Rice
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bulk food containers not labeled
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther
Official wording
(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food handlers multitasking wearing single use disposable gloves Information regarding single use disposaable gloves provided at this inspection and the last
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Food build up on dipwell
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils on exterior of food containers in food storage Soils on interior and exterior of cabinets and doors
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on floor walls and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther
Official wording
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Inspector’s notes
Mops brooms etc not stored up off the floor on a hook or bracket
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walls and attachments with scratches and chipped paint No indirect plumbing or air gap on food prep sink
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 18, 2024
Closed by health department
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Bulk food containers not labeled
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No proof of lab report for pH Sushi Rice
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther
Official wording
(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food handlers multitasking wearing single use disposable gloves Information regarding single use disposaable gloves provided at this inspection and the last
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Food build up on dipwell
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Soils on exterior of food containers in food storage Soils on interior and exterior of cabinets and doors
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Built up soils on floor walls and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.113-COther
Official wording
Storing Maintenance Tools (C)
Inspector’s notes
Mops brooms etc not stored up off the floor on a hook or bracket
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Walls and attachments with scratches and chipped paint No indirect plumbing or air gap on food prep sink
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 25, 2024
Report filed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory is not visable on menu
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 temperatureminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rust on shelving in walk in unit Chipped paint on lid to grease trap
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 issuesmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Last Sushi Rice lab report dated January 19 2023
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
No divider between hand sink and food storage (including dipwell) at counter
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 21, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
11 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food handler scratching head in ware washing/prep/area and not washing hands
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC had no knowledge of kit and written procedures I discussed and provided written procedures to PIC during inspection
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 problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No cold water at hand sinks and 3 bay sink - Temperature at time of inspection 115 F Facilities called
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.007/7-201.11-POther
Official wording
Separation-Storage (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hand soap at hand sink in rear prep/ware washing is on wall above prep area Hand soap at hand sink on line stored above food storage
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Last Sushi Rice lab report dated January 19 2023
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
No divider between hand sink and food storage (including dipwell) at counter
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationmajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory is not visable on menu
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 temperatureminorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dumping mop water into floor drain - No service sink
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper towel dispenser empty at hand sink Ware washing Facilities called
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rust on shelving in walk in unit Chipped paint on lid to grease trap
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 issuescriticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals
Official wording
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Inspector’s notes
Smart power sanitizer 1130 PPM Must maintain 272 - 700 PPM 3 bay sink
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 21, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 20, 2024
Voluntarily closed
11 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC had no knowledge of kit and written procedures I discussed and provided written procedures to PIC during inspection
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 problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
No cold water at hand sinks and 3 bay sink - Temperature at time of inspection 115 F Facilities called
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rust on shelving in walk in unit Pipe leaking at 3 bay sink Chipped paint on lid to grease trap
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 issuescriticalCode 590.007/7-201.11-POther
Official wording
Separation-Storage (P)
Inspector’s notes
Hand soap at hand sink in rear prep/ware washing is on wall above prep area Hand soap at hand sink on line stored above food storage
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals
Official wording
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Inspector’s notes
Smart power sanitizer 1130 PPM Must maintain 272 - 700 PPM 3 bay sink
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelycriticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther
Official wording
When to Wash (P)
Inspector’s notes
Observed food handler scratching head in ware washing/prep/area and not washing hands
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC not performing duties per code PIC could not explain employee illness policy Last Sushi Rice lab report dated January 19 2023 Proof employees are not trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s notes
No divider between hand sink and food storage at counter
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationmajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Consumer advisory is not visable on menu
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 temperatureminorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s notes
Dumping mop water into floor drain - No service sink
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper towel dispenser empty at hand sink Ware washing Facilities called
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 3, 2023
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 3, 2023 · Original Source