Black Seeds

131 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111

Indian

Last inspected: Jan 10, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Black Seeds is still short, with only two visits logged. Black Seeds was last inspected on Jan 10, 2023. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Note that Black Seeds's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 10, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 10, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 5, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Lamb burgers stored in freezer in used cardboard chicken box. Discontinue storing anything in used chicken boxes. Discard immediately after removing chicken. Assume boxes are contaminated.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: Clean up kit incomplete. Provide complete kit. Guidance via email.

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (pf)

Inspector notes: Drain plugs for 3 compartment sink are damaged. All equipment can be washed/rinsed/sanitized in dish machine. Replace drain plugs as necessary to operate 3 compartment sink.

590.004/4-301.12-PF

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Advisory placed on menu but no items indicated as raw or undercooked. Either do not offer any menu items raw or undercooked or update menu to show which items (burgers & salmon?) are available "cooked to order"- menaing these items can be undercooked per customer request.

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cardboard covering grease trap. Discard and discontinue using cardboard to cover grease trap. Clean and resurface grease trap as needed or use materials that are cleanable durable and nonabsorbent.

590.004/4-101.19-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Debris and rat droppings in back hall. Grease and soil build up under cookline- fryer stove broiler. Debris under shelves in basement and walk-in freezer. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Seeds last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Seeds on file is from Jan 10, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Black Seeds compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Black Seeds most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Black Seeds' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Black Seeds have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Black Seeds 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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