Billy Tse Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
43
Score
BILLY TSE RESTAURANT, located at 240 Commercial St, Boston, MA, has a history of high-risk inspections. Their most recent inspection on October 16, 2025, resulted in a score of 43, with two major and thirteen minor violations. Notable issues included limitations on wood use, ventilation hood system filters, and pest control.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
43
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
43
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Apr 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
41
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
43
Nov 6, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
90
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
47
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
52
Jun 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
47
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
47
Aug 29, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
78
Mar 22, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
78
Dec 30, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
64
Dec 13, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
64
Nov 1, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
55
Sep 8, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
55
Violations — Oct 16, 2025 Inspection
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discad all cracked and visibly compromised spatulas and spoons where needed
590.004/4-101.17-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove vents with heavy soils to soak them overnight in bleach as we discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity noted in the rear of the kitchen - address accordingly
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate off the floors all soiled mop heads after use - store inside the bucket with a cleanser as discussed
590.006/6-501.16-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace aprons on a more frequent basis - when there is an accumulation of visible soils
590.002/2-304.11-C
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: Several frozen seafood boxes have split and broken packaging - wholesale reciepts not available at this time - do not sell until this paperwork is provided
590.003/3-202.15-PF
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue discarding soiled wiping cloths throughout the kitchen [ on ttop of tables chairs and clean equipment ]
590.004/4-901.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all visible surface area inside the kitchen from all food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the tin cans used to collect spillage of soils on the bottom of the hood vents with the commercial grade vessels that actually fit the exact spot
590.004/4-204.11-C
Microwave ovens (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior of the microwaves from caked and dried old food soils
590.004/4-501.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copies of your food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cklean exterior of all cooking equipment - interior / exterior of all freezers and refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all scoops being used to dispense condiments have a proper handle - ensure the handles are facing outward fro easy access
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly throughout the kitchen where needed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove sponges from the three bay sinks and discontinuie to use on cutting boards
590.004/4-101.16-C
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Core (Minor)
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