Dragon Bowl
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
32
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Dragon Bowl, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to seven violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning floors dustless methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Dragon Bowl on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Quats PPM 100 in 3rd. bay - I assisted the CFPM/PIC with making corrections to 200 PPM
590.004/4-501.114-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers not using soap and properly drying hands during inspection Observed multiple food handlers not washing hand unless instructed to Observed employee washing disposable and reusable gloves at hand sink
590.002/2-301.12-P
Before use after cleaning (p)
Inspector notes: Food contact utensils equiment mixer bowl ice machine etc.- in use/not in use in storage soiled with residue and some with caked on food etc.
590.004/4-702.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple repeat priority priority foundations and core violations notied on inspection (See inspection report) I have provided food safety food code etc during all past inspection and today
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Food contact containers (in use and in storage) heavily soiled Observed food handling using hammer and other tools to nail wooden cutting board and storing tools on food contacts while food prep is going on in this area
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No person in charge at my arrival. CFPM was called by employee and they arrived during inspection
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Reusing soiled wiping cloths Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Door gaskets on walk in units broken Tape on exterior of grease trap at 3 bay sink Doors to cabines in serving area are in disrepair Hood filters not tight fitting
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clutter and unnecessary items in kitchen prep ware washing storage areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floors walls and attachments including pipes) Heavy build up of soils under and behind all equipment in prep ware washing storage walk in units serving line Ceiling and attachments - Heavy build up of soils on ceiling tiles light shields hood in prep ware washing storage walk in units serving lines Ice build up in walk in freezer
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on exterior of all grease storage containers (pictures taking at time of inspection) Grease bins are not secured Grease area with grease food debris and standing water - Outside storage
590.005/5-501.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior and interior of all refrigeration/freezer units especially door hands are heavily soiled with dirty/debris Exterior of ice machine soiled Build up of soils on wire shelving in ware washing in walk in units storage areas
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Heavily encrusted soils on all cooking inquipments including handles knobs etc.
590.004/4-602.12-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labeled with common name - on line and in storage
590.003/3-602.11-C
32
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walkin unit observed missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live roach observed near the walk in unit.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the 3 bay sink & in the walk in unit to remove soils/debris Clean the floor around the water heater to remove evidence of dead insects
590.006/6-501.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Walk in freezer unit is not operating.Repair Unit is empty/out of service Alternate freezer in use (PIC stating repair will be today)
590.004/4-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the cook line equipment to remove built up soils. Clean the interiors/exteriors of the open top reach in units to remove soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
May 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Water pipe burst no water in the establishment
590.008/8-404.11-PF
90
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on the bulk storage bins.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items in the reach in units missing covers.Provide covers or wrapping during storage.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed worn.Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the damaged ceiling grate in the walk in unit.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walkin freezer floor to remove built up ice & soils. Clean the floor under/around the mixing bowl to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
78
Sep 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on food containers strainers utensils etc Built up of soils on interior of all food containers storing foods
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple bowls pots pans utensils not properly storaged
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils/grime on interior and exterior of all refrigerations units - Door handles gaskets fan covers compressors throughout Heavy build up of soils/grime on shelving throughout Heavy build up of soils/grime on exterior of food storage containers Heavy build up of soils/grime all chemical bottles in ware washing area
590.004/4-602.13-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Grease bins lids are not closed tight and secured
590.005/5-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on floor under behind side of all equipment - Serving line prep line and area ware washing storage areas Build of of ice on floor in walk in freezer Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on walls and attacments. Serving line prep line and area ware washing walk in units and storage areas Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on ceiling and attacments. Serving line prep line and area ware washing walk in units and storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution - Multiple wiping cloths being stored on food contacts cooking equipment
590.003/3-304.14-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Insufficent drainboard to accomodate all storage ware washing needs to allow for proper airdrying Wet nesting on solded shelving above 3 bay sink and on drain board to the right of the 3 bay sink
590.004/4-204.119-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils/grime on Wok fryolators cooking equipment etc throughout
590.004/4-601.11-C
64
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 18 violations
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed all food handlers leaving/returning to work stations handling multiple equipment which has built up soils on handles etc. wearing single use gloves
590.003/3-304.15-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed only one employee washing hands during inspection
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on food containers strainers utensils etc Built up of soils on interior of all food containers storing foods
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple Prior Priority Foundation and Core violations noted on inspection All employees must be properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties by the CFPM/PIC The PIC must oversee day to day operations and ensure that this establishment is in compliance with the food code CFPM/PIC started taking corrective action during inspection
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on floor under behind side of all equipment - Serving line prep line and area ware washing storage areas Build of of ice on floor wallls ceiling and attachments in walk in freezer Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on walls and attacments. Serving line prep line and area ware washing walk in units and storage areas Heavy build up of grease grime organic materials etc on ceiling and attacments. Serving line prep line and area ware washing walk in units and storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops brooms etc not raised 6" on hook or rack Dirty mop bucket stored in ware washing area
590.006/6-501.113-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused broken and unnecessary articles from premises - Organize
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Deep cuts and dark marks on cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Insufficent drainboard to accomodate all storage ware washing needs to allow for proper airdrying
590.004/4-204.119-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Missing many hood filters over cooking equipment
590.004/4-202.18-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Opening in ceiling tiles and grates
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils/grime on Wok fryolators cooking equipment etc throughout
590.004/4-601.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution - Multiple wiping cloths being stored on food contacts cooking equipment
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labeled
590.003/3-302.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy built up of grease on ground area and grease bin
590.005/5-501.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils/grime on interior and exterior of all refrigerations units - Door handles gaskets fan covers compressors throughout Heavy build up of soils/grime on shelving throughout Heavy build up of soils/grime on exterior of food storage containers Heavy build up of soils/grime all chemical bottles in ware washing area
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple bowls pots pans utensils not properly storaged
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Grease bins lids are not closed tight and secured
590.005/5-501.113-C
30
Jan 22, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior of bulk food containers
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No thin probe thermometer
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No writtin procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events (provided at inspection via email) PIC does not have printer on premises Kit missing items (reviewed with PIC)
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on shelving exterior of all food containers knobs of all sinks interior and exterior of refrigeration units etc
590.004/4-601.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles - Back area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Notes:Remove all unused and unnecessary articles and equipment from premises
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils on floors walls ceiling and attachments -Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage areas Heavy grease build up on hood vent covers filters unit and wall behind
590.006/6-201.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers/pots/pans not inverted - kitchen/prep/ware washing and serving line
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Metal food containers stacked next to hand washing sink - no divider to prevent contamination
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: In use and in storage food containers not labeled
590.003/3-302.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution - Ware washing/prep areas/Serving line
590.003/3-304.14-C
47
Nov 29, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the front counter cabinets to remove soils. Clean the wire rack shelving in the walk in unit to remove food debris.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls & attached pipes above the cook line to remove soils & dripping grease.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the kitchen to remove soils/debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the hood filters to remove soils & dripping grease.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: There is a light out above the cook line.Repair/replace bulb
590.006/6-303.11-C
78
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the cook line equipment to remove grease/water buildup. Clean the interior walk in floor to remove spills.
590.006/6-501.13-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior /exteriors of the overhead light shields to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed stored directly on the floor.Elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor during storage.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light out above the wok station.Replace bulb
590.006/6-303.11-C
82
Jun 9, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walk in refrigerator floor to remove soils & food debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the light fixtures above the front counter service line to remove dust build up.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters above the wok station observed soiled with grease build up.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-202.18-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the 4 drawer open top unit to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dragon Bowl last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dragon Bowl on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dragon Bowl?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning floors dustless methods” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Dragon Bowl.
How does Dragon Bowl compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Dragon Bowl most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Dragon Bowl's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dragon Bowl have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dragon Bowl means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Dragon Bowl inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dragon Bowl is inspected around three times per year on average.
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