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Sharon Korean Kitchen

Name: Sharon Korean Kitchen
Address: 1727 Centre St, Boston, MA

1727 Centre St

Last inspected Apr 17, 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

10 inspections

Inspection

Apr 17, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Sinlge use gloves being re-used to handle foods. Discontinue and ensure gloves are for single use only.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges being used in several sinks. Discontinue and use only approved cleaning equipment.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

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Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from soiled hands.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Carboard being used to line several shelves in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and ensure all suraces remain cleanable durabel and smooth.

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, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 10, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Sinlge use gloves bein re-used to handle foods. Discontinue and ensure gloves are for single use only.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Sponges being used in several sinks. Discontinue and use only approved cleaning equipment.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from soiled hands.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Carboard being used to line several shelves in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and ensure all suraces remain cleanable durabel and smooth.

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, Apr 10, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 8, 2025

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed discontinue to store knives beween wall and cutting board. Also in soiled water on cooking line.

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

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Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to store rice or any food on the drain board to the three bay sink.

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 590.003/3-501.17-PFFood temperature

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

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to date mark containers in storage as discussed.

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 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please label sinks in kitchen and basement prep so staff knows what sink to wash hands in.

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, Jul 8, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 25, 2025

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed discontinue to store knives beween wall and cutting board. Also in soiled water on cooking line.

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to store rice or any food on the drain board to the three bay sink.

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

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

PIC will need to date mark containers in storage as discussed.

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please label sinks in kitchen and basement prep so staff knows what sink to wash hands in.

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, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 14, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 8, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Dishwasher gauges not working. PIC will need to have repaired. The dishwasher was not being used at this time. All equipment being washed in three bay sink. Disk is not getting to 160 at the plate so do not use until repaired or replaced.

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sink in basement prep had a hose in the sink and it was dry. PIC was doing prep. Hand sink in kitchen had sanitizer bucket in it. PIC will need to review with staff not to block sinks and to was hands in hand sink.

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.

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sinks at front counter did not have paper towels. PIC corrected at this time.

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, Oct 8, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 9, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-501.112-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

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 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.

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Hand sinks at front counter did not have paper towels. PIC corrected at this time.

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, Aug 9, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 17, 2024

Passed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please review with staff not to store raw chicken above sauces in walk in or refrigerator.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to line shelves with card board in kitchen and walk in. Must be a cleanable surface.

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 590.004/4-204.115-PFFood temperature

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Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

High temperature dishwasher gauges will need to be repaired. Wash temperature was between 112F to 163F and rinse temperature was between 134F to 176F. The temperature at the plate was 164F. Dishwasher can still be used until repaired.

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Two hand sinks did not have paper towels. Please fill dispensers.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to take an anti choking class and post the certificate. This can be done on line.

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, Apr 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 2, 2024

Failed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-204.115-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Warewashing Machines Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Two hand sinks did not have paper towels. Please fill dispensers.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed please review with staff not to store raw chicken above sauces in walk in or refrigerator.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to line shelves with card board in kitchen and walk in. Must be a cleanable surface.

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

notedCode L1Other