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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Red White

294 Newbury St

Last inspected May 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

11 inspections

Inspection

May 20, 2026

Passed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The person in charge who does not have a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate was not able to answer questions about illness policy could not properly demonstrate knowledge about sanitization by using the incorrect testing device for the solution in the sanitizer buckets and was observed filling a sanitizer bucket at the handwashing sink; provide a person in charge that is knowledgeable about food safety illness policy and sanitization. There is no posted Certified Food Protection Manager certificate only a Food Handler certificate; a kitchen staff member was able to present a digital copy of their valid Certified Food Protection Manager certificate; post a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate from a person on staff that works full-time at the establishment.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

In multiple containers throughout the back of house observed in-use utensils stored in 65F-70F water; in-use utensils should be stored on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple cold holding units lacking internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers for all cold holding units.

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
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the main food prep area observed the handwashing sink basin blocked with a red sanitizer bucket and when the Health Inspector asked for the obstruction to be moved the employee dumped the contents of the bucket into the handwashing sink later on in the inspection observed the person in charge filling a red sanitizer bucket at the same handwashing sink and placing the fiilled bucket into the basin of the handwashing sink; handwashing sinks should only be used for handwashing and nothing else retrain staff to on proper handwashing sink usage.

In plain English

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.

More about handwashing problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

At the dedicated food prep sink observed an air break installed; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Provide at least one person on staff trained in the choke saver technique

In plain English

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

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 13, 2026

Failed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The person in charge who does not have a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate was not able to answer questions about illness policy could not properly demonstrate knowledge about sanitization by using the incorrect testing device for the solution in the sanitizer buckets and was observed filling a sanitizer bucket at the handwashing sink; provide a person in charge that is knowledgeable about food safety illness policy and sanitization. There is no posted Certified Food Protection Manager certificate only a Food Handler certificate; a kitchen staff member was able to present a digital copy of their valid Certified Food Protection Manager certificate; post a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate from a person on staff that works full-time at the establishment.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

In multiple containers throughout the back of house observed in-use utensils stored in 65F-70F water; in-use utensils should be stored on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple cold holding units lacking internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers for all cold holding units.

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
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the main food prep area observed the handwashing sink basin blocked with a red sanitizer bucket and when the Health Inspector asked for the obstruction to be moved the employee dumped the contents of the bucket into the handwashing sink later on in the inspection observed the person in charge filling a red sanitizer bucket at the same handwashing sink and placing the fiilled bucket into the basin of the handwashing sink; handwashing sinks should only be used for handwashing and nothing else retrain staff to on proper handwashing sink usage.

In plain English

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.

More about handwashing problems
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

At the dedicated food prep sink observed an air break installed; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Post signage visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available to view upon request." Post allergen awareness poster in back of house for staff Provide at least one person on staff trained in the choke saver technique

In plain English

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

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 6, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.003/3-305.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cases of rice noodles and buckets of soy sauce stored under prep sink. Store food off the floor and not under plumbing to avoid contamination.

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, Oct 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 11, 2025

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cases of rice noodles stored on floor under hand sink. Store noodles off the floor not under a hand sink to prevent possible contamination.

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
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Daylight visible at base of back door. Repair or seal door to prevent pests from entering.

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, Jun 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 13, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer test strips degraded and not testing properly. New strips have been ordered.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine not sanitizing over 70F washing at 135F. Use 3 compartment sink quats sanitizer for all utelsils bowls and equipment. PIC stated new machine is on order.

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 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer testing over 500ppm per ISD. Retrain staff to properly dilute quats sanitizer to 200ppm. Diluted to 200ppm.

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 unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 6, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer test strips degraded and not testing properly. New strips have been ordered.

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
majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temp dish machine not sanitizing over 70F washing at 135F. Use 3 compartment sink quats sanitizer for all utelsils bowls and equipment. PIC stated new machine is on order.

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 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer testing over 500ppm per ISD. Retrain staff to properly dilute quats sanitizer to 200ppm. Diluted to 200ppm.

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 unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 24, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Inspector’s notes

No air gap at food prep sink. Consult plumber for air gap. Plumber is due 6/18 Provide estimate if not installed before compliance inspection.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

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

Inspection

Jun 17, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer dispensing over 500ppm. Service dispenser as needed and dilute sanitizer to 200ppm until properly calibrated.

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 unsafely
minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Serving spoons stored in soiled water at 75F. Store spoons in hot water over 135F or clean and dry.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Inspector’s notes

No air gap at food prep sink. Consult plumber for air gap. Plumber is due 6/18 Provide estimate if not installed before compliance inspection.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Back door open at time of inspection. Keep door closed. Day light visible under door when closed. Replace door sweep and threshhold as needed to prevent pests from entering.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings under tables at service line and under kitchen prep table. Reviewed current pest report.

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, Jun 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 10, 2024

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Serving spoons stored in soiled water at 75F. Store spoons in hot water over 135F or clean and dry.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mouse droppings under tables at service line and under kitchen prep table. Reviewed current pest report.

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
criticalCode 590.005/5-203.14-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P)

Inspector’s notes

No air gap at food prep sink. Consult plumber for air gap. Provide estimate if not installed before compliance inspection.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s notes

Back door open at time of inspection. Keep door closed. Day light visible under door when closed. Replace door sweep and threshhold as needed to prevent pests from entering.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

Quats sanitizer dispensing over 500ppm. Service dispenser as needed and dilute sanitizer to 200ppm until properly calibrated.

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 unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 10, 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

Jan 2, 2024

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cardboard on floor in front of dihc machine. Cardboard lining freezer. Discard cardboard. Use materials that are smooth cleanable durable and non-absorbent

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Leak under prep sink. Repair as needed. PIC stated work order has been placed

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 2, 2024 · Original Source

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