SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
9 inspections
Inspection
Aug 6, 2026
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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.
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The high temp dish machine rinse temp is 170F.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures specifications. 3 bay sink to be used
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 29, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.13-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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.
Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
The high temp dish machine rinse temp is 170F.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures specifications. 3 bay sink to be used
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 25, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 17, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
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
Provide a vomit /diarrhea clean up kit on site. (procedures to be provided to the PIC)
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.
The Business name has changed from Ruckus noodles to NOHRI(handroll bar) Provide all necessary documentation to do a DBA change A Health permit application will be provided Please fill out and return to ISDHealth@Boston.gov
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a consumer advisory(disclosure & reminder) & Allergy warning on the menu. (*) asterisk all necessary raw or undercooked items
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide Quats test kit on site
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
The hood sticker was observed expired on 12.28.25.provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker
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.
There is no approved HACCP plan on site regarding Sushi service(discontinue service) Provide a HACCP plan to the Health Division for review. There is a Vacuum & Sous vide machine on site(not in use per PIC) Remove items from the establishment Provide a recipe & procedure for dehydrating salt.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 6, 2026
Failed
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
Provide a vomit /diarrhea clean up kit on site. (procedures to be provided to the PIC)
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.
The Business name has changed from Ruckus noodles to NOHRI(handroll bar) Provide all necessary documentation to do a DBA change A Health permit application will be provided Please fill out and return to ISDHealth@Boston.gov
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide a consumer advisory(disclosure & reminder) & Allergy warning on the menu. (*) asterisk all necessary raw or undercooked items
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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Provide Quats test kit on site
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s notes
Provide an air gap at the prep sink
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s notes
The hood sticker was observed expired on 12.28.25.provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker
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.
There is no approved HACCP plan on site regarding Sushi service(discontinue service) Provide a HACCP plan to the Health Division for review. There is a Vacuum & Sous vide machine on site(not in use per PIC) Remove items from the establishment Provide a recipe & procedure for dehydrating salt.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No certified food manager certificate on site. Provide.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Broth observed cooling in covered containers at 100F. Person in charge discarded.
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.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
No certified food manager certificate on site. Provide.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
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.
Broth observed cooling in covered containers at 100F. Person in charge discarded.
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.