Balance Patch

1031 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA 02134
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Balance Patch has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Oct 7, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Balance Patch on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Metal cup without handle used to dispense panko. Discontinue Provide handled utensils.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of fryolators and Panini Press with grease build up. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for QUATs sanitizer use for wiping food contact surfaces. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent Sticker expired. Provide a current one. Hood Vent soiled with dust. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Balance Patch last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Balance Patch on file is from Oct 7, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Balance Patch compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Balance Patch most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Balance Patch's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Balance Patch have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Balance Patch means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Balance Patch inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Balance Patch is inspected roughly once per year on average.