Beijing Taste
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Beijing Taste nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from May 1, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “outer openings protected” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Brighton average 88, so Beijing Taste trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Upon reinspection a plumber's report has been provided that states the work can be done but the persons in charge indicate that the proposed cost is a financial hardship. Fill out the provided Request For Variance document attached in the report email and return to isdhealth@boston.gov
590.005/5-402.11-P
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: At the rear exit whe the door is closed there is a gap between the door and frame at the bottom right that allows for pest entry; repair or replace the door and frame or add weather stripping to prevent pest entry.
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: There are two designated hand sinks and a three compartment sink that is attached to a grease interceptor on the first floor where the person in charge indicated is where the establishment cleans its produce; have a licensed plumber inspect the establishment to determine if a dedicated prep sink can be installed on the premise pull proper permits and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov
590.005/5-402.11-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: At the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink there were two bottles of alcohol based hand sanitizer but no hadwashing cleanser; handwashing sinks shall have handwashing cleanser available at all times. After the observation the person in charge was able to find a bottle of soap for the hand sink.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: At the glass door cooler in the customer area observed unlabled containers with a white liquid in it; per a discussion with the person in charge they the indcated that it is soy milk that is purchased from a commercial vendor; the health inspector had the person in charge move all the unabled soy product to a refrigerator where customers cannot access it until proper labels are provided.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: In the handwashing sink basin next to the three compartment sink observed a saucepan stored inside the sink; handwashing sinks should only be used for hand washing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: At the rear exit whe the door is closed there is a gap between the door and frame at the bottom right that allows for pest entry; repair or replace the door and frame or add weather stripping to prevent pest entry.
590.006/6-202.15-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers in the kitchen with 70F water with in-use utensils; store in-use utensils on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.
590.003/3-304.12-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: The baffles in the hood are visibly heavily soiled with grease; clean and sanitize of grease and soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
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Jul 28, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs stored in refrigerator over ready to eat foods. Store raw eggs below ready to eat foods and produce. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Conditions of use (p)
Inspector notes: Rodent and insect chemicals observed in basement. Only certifies pest control operator allowed to administer toxic chemicals. Remove from premises.
590.007/7-202.12-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts on counter at 70F. Moved to refrigerator. Store bean sprouts cold to prevent bacteria from growing.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed cutting cucumbers without gloves. Cucumber discarded. Retrain staff to wear gloves when handling ready to eat foods that will not be cooked.
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Dish soap and chlorine mixed togerther at 3 compartment sink. Retrain staff to wash with soap rinse with hot clean water and then sanitize with chlorine only in water.
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at warewashing blocked by pot. Corrected on site. Keep hand sinks clear for hand washing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponge observed at warewashing sinks. Discard sponges and discontinue using to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed on counters. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed without hair restraint. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
590.002/2-402.11-C
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Feb 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer sink with chlorine and detergent. Drained and reset. Ensure staff set up 3 compartment sink correctly: wash rinse and sanitize. Corrected on site. Do not put detergent in sanitizer sink with chlorine.
590.004/4-501.114-P
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Rice scoop in 65F water. Store scoop clean and dry or in water over 135F.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and debris under basement shelves. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under prep table and under shelving in basement. Droppings around and behind basement freezer. Clean and monitor for activity. Reviewed current pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Screen door does not close completely. Repair as needed for tight fit in frame to prevent pests from entering building.
590.006/6-202.15-C
90
Aug 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts on counter at 63F. Staff stated 1 hour out of refrigeration. Returned to refrigerator. Store bean sprouts in refrigerator at all times to prevent possible contamination.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked stew in deep containers at 143F. Poured into shallow wide pans. Cooled to 115F in 15 minutes. Cool hot cooked foods in shallow metal pans uncovered to allow for rapid cooling.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths stored on counters. Store wiping cloths in chlorine solution to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under prep table and under shelving in basement. Droppings around and behind basement freezer. Clean and monitor for activity. Reviewed current pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of cooked food store on floor under prep table. Discontinue storing food on floor to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Grease and debris under stove. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. PIC stated cleaning scheduled for 8/14.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Screen door does not close completely. Repair as needed for tight fit in frame to prevent pests from entering building.
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Feb 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink not set up for warewashing and sanitizing. When open and serving and preparing food sink should be set up for washing and sanitizing.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked chicken at 140F in deep pan with cover. Spread out cooked foods in shallow containers to cool thoroughly and quickly.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under shelves in basement. Clean and monitor for activity. Reviewed pest report.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Aluminum foil used to covered shelves. Discard foil. Use materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges used at warewashing for food contact surfaces. Discard sponges. Sponges remain wet and can grow bacteria.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Person In Charge stated cleaning scheduled for next week.
590.006/6-501.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Rice scoop stored in 67F water. Store scoop in hot water over 135F or clean and dry.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead mice on glue bord in basement. Discard dead pests to prevent contamination.
590.006/6-501.112-C
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Jul 27, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sprouts and cut vegetables stored on counterat 51F. Per the PIC the product was ut of refrigeration for less than 1 hour prior to the inspection. Maintain products at 41F or belo9w. Placed in walkin cooler at 38F
590.003/3-501.16-P
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water- Knives stored between equipment Reviewed and corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Packaged prducts stored directly on the floor of the walkin- Store a minimum of 6" off of the ground
590.003/3-305.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Disposble bowls being used as scoops in bulk food containers- Provide scoop with handle
590.004/4-101.11-C
74
Nov 23, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is using chlorine sanitizer and only has testing strips for quats sanitizer- Provide proper testing strips or provide quats sanitizer for use in the 3 bay sink
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection staff were unable to properly set up sanitizer in the 3 bay sink- Reviewed at the time of the inspection Provide drain plugs for the 3 bay sink. There was only 1 drain plug available during the inspection
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers indicate an expiration of 09/26/22 A hood cleaning and inspection must be scheduled and hood stickers updated
590.006/6-501.14-C
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom in lower level used by employees does not have a self closing door- Repair
590.006/6-202.14-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beijing Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beijing Taste on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beijing Taste?
Across the inspection record, “outer openings protected” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Beijing Taste.
How does Beijing Taste compare to other restaurants in Brighton?
Beijing Taste most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.
Has Beijing Taste's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Beijing Taste have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Beijing Taste 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 Beijing Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beijing Taste is inspected around three times per year on average.
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