Banh Mi Ok
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Banh Mi Ok, the earliest from 2025. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “(p) person-in-charge-duties” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Boston restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Pot observed inside production line hand sink. Ensure hand sink is only for hand washing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood system missing filter. No hood sticker obsevred on hood. Referred to BFD. Replace filter.
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity ( mouse droppings) was noted in multiple areas of the facitity. clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. 12.29.25 PIC stated that the Pest control technician canceled the visit and will be on site after the New Year. 1.12.26: Spoke with owner via phone. No pest report has been provided. Per conversation with PIC the most recent pest report will be emailed to me. After 40 minutes waiting for report still none has been provided. Provide clean updated pest by End of Day or owner will need to come to 1010 Massachusetts ave 4th floor Health Divison for a hearing.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Dec 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cabbadge was observed at an elevated temperature of 51F. provide proper cold holding of 41F and below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity ( mouse droppings) was noted in multiple areas of the facitity. clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. 12.29.25 PIC stated that the Pest control technician canceled the visit and will be on site after the New Year.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: clean and sanitize the interior of the ice machine to remove possible mold-like substance. clean and sanitize can opener blade to remove heavy soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all cabinet to remove soils. clean and sanitize
590.004/4-202.16-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing 3 compartment sinks. Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employee observed working on the line without hair restraint. Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
55
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked tofu 89F in the hot holding unit- PIC reheated the tofu to 165F and up.( corrected on site) train staff on monitoring temperature
590.003/3-501.16-P1
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employees not washing hands in between tasks. Ensure that all employees are trained properly on handwashing procedures. Employee did not change gloves after opening the restroom door
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cabbadge was observed at an elevated temperature of 51F. provide proper cold holding of 41F and below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Front fridge / provide proper labeling to all prepackaged food Items (Creamy Flan)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide up to date test kit/test kit on site expired 2024
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: the three compartment sink was not supplied with any approved sanitizer at the time of insepection. Per PIC they only wash and rinse dished with hot water without using sanitizer. Provide Sanitizer to 3 bay sink
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: clean and sanitize the interior of the ice machine to remove possible mold-like substance. clean and sanitize can opener blade to remove heavy soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: The three bay sink was not set up properly. Properly train the employees to wash equipment in soapy water rinse in clean water sanitize in the third bay and then air dry the items.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cardboad observed on shelving in the front counter area. Remove to maintain sanitary conditions Clean all cabinet to remove soils. clean and sanitize
590.004/4-202.16-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity ( mouse droppings) was noted in multiple areas of the facitity. clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov. Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the bathroom. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employee observed working on the line without hair restraint. Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead cockroaches observed inside the cabinet. clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing 3 compartment sinks. Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: uncovered food ( egg rolls) observed inside the freezer. Cover all food items to prevent contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: All floors in front counter area and warewashing rooms observed in need of deep cleaning to remove debris build up. clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Front counter stored open boxes were observed on the floor. stored all open boxes 6 inch of the floor to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
23
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Operating under old owners permit and without proper CV apply for both
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Operating under old owners permit and without proper CV apply for both
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Banh Mi Ok last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Banh Mi Ok on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Banh Mi Ok?
Across the inspection record, “(p) person-in-charge-duties” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Banh Mi Ok.
How does Banh Mi Ok compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Banh Mi Ok most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.
Has Banh Mi Ok's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Banh Mi Ok have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Banh Mi Ok means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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