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Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka

169 Brighton Av

Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

6 inspections

Inspection

Jan 13, 2026

Passed

3 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 container without proper label at lower level. Provide.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Some boxes with food items stored on the floor in the lower level walk-in freezer. Elevate properly.

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 contamination
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Lower level handsink without paper towels. Provide.

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, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 6, 2026

Failed

3 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 container without proper label at lower level. Provide.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Some boxes with food items stored on the floor in the lower level walk-in freezer. Elevate properly.

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 contamination
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Lower level handsink without paper towels. Provide.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

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

Inspection

Apr 7, 2025

Passed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the staff on site were unable to answer questions regarding food safety and sanitizing The manager arrived and was able to answer questions in regards to food safety Review with staff

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous products including partially used RTE foods in refrigeration with no labeling- Provide name of product and production date

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
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges in use at multiple sinks in the establishment- Discontinue

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

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Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Space noted at the bottom of the rear door of the establishment large enough to allow for the daylight from outside to be seen-Make repairs

In plain English

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

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criticalCode 590.007/7-206.11-PPests

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Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)

Inspector’s notes

Can of Raid noted in the lower preparation area- Use only products provided by your licensed pest control company Removed at the time of the inspection

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 26, 2025

Failed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the staff on site were unable to answer questions regarding food safety and sanitizing The manager arrived and was able to answer questions in regards to food safety Review with staff

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Numerous products including partially used RTE foods in refrigeration with no labeling- Provide name of product and production date

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
minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges in use at multiple sinks in the establishment- Discontinue

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Space noted at the bottom of the rear door of the establishment large enough to allow for the daylight from outside to be seen-Make repairs

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.007/7-206.11-PPests

Official wording

Restricted Use Pesticides Criteria (P)

Inspector’s notes

Can of Raid noted in the lower preparation area- Use only products provided by your licensed pest control company Removed at the time of the inspection

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 26, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 14, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.003/3-501.13-CFood temperature

Official wording

Thawing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Packed meat on counter thawing in ambient air- Corrected on site

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 14, 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

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