Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
86
Score
Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot”, showing up four times.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: In refrigerators in the basement observed bean sprouts stored in tubs submerged in water; cease practice and store bean sprouts in clean dry and sanitized container.
590.003/3-303.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In the basement observed heavily soiled and heavily scored cutting boards; resurface or replace the cutting boards.
590.004/4-501.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In use utensils observed stored in 75F water and hung from oven handles. In use utensils should be stored on a clean santized surface in water 135F or above or in cool running water.
590.003/3-304.12-C
86
May 13, 2025
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: Fresh baby sprouts cut carrots and onions observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Foods to be removed and placed back under refrigeration.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed bein left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb 2025. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 3 Bay sink with a slow drain. Basement hand sink with a slow drain. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Sep 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pork at 85F in hot holding unit. Person in charge indicated it was just put in unit at opening of store (11am). Removed and reheated to acceptable temperature.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink in basement is not enclosed. Enclose or apply for variance to dump mop water in toilet.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Section of floor in dining room is poured concrete and chipping and damaged. Basement floor is damaged. Repair as necessary.
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Clean pans obsevred with moisture in between pans. Properly dry before stacking.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling in basment is damaged. Outside light visable through ceiling. Repair.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled shelfing above basement hand sink. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jan 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts at 50F in ambient air. Ensure bean sprouts are kept 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Foods in basement refrigeration observed with no date marking. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Slicer observed with food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Damaged floor tile in dining room. Repair as necessary.
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Aug 16, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts stored on counter in water at 72F. Discarded by PIC. Store sprouts dry in refrigerator to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hot water and chemical-methods (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing pan in food prep sink. Equipment utensils and all food contact surfaces should be washed in 3 compartment sink: wash rinse and sanitize
590.004/4-703.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Container of raw lamb stored over containers of cilantro in basement refrigerator. Store raw meat below produce and ready to eat foods. Corrected on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled cardboard lining shelf in kitchen. Discard cardboard and discontinue using cardboard on shelves.
590.004/4-101.19-C
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Mar 27, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Scheduled 3/26
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Mar 16, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked lamb at 180F covered with plastic cooling on counter. Do not cover cooked foods when cooling. Leave uncovered until cooled to 41F to allow for cooling.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under 3 compartment sink and in basemet under tables and in furnace room. Clean and monitor for activity. Provide current pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide scheduled cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Basement floor damaged and degraded. Provide plan for repairing floor.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Cilantro on trays on floor. Keep food elevated to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
70
Aug 10, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer sink testing below 50ppm. Corrected to 50ppm. Retrain staff to mix chlorine sanitizer to correct ppm- between 50-100ppm.
590.004/4-501.114-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts on counter at 75F. Keep bean sprouts refrigerated at all times. Out for unknown amount of time- discarded by PIC.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw lamb stored over picked cilantro and bean sprouts in basement refrigerator. Store raw meat below ready to eat foods and produce. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Quarts of beef fat dated from Januray and April. Store rendered beef fat in freezer. Do not kepp prepared foods longer than 7 days. Discarded by PIC.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked prok portioned into bags for freezing at 100F. Cool cooked meat to 41F or below prior to bagging and storing. Spread out on sheet tray to cool.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: No thermometer in basement prep cooler. Provide thermometer for monitoring unit temperature.
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Pan in hand wash sink in basement prep area. Keep hand sinks cclear at all times.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts stored in water. Discontinue storing bean sprouts in water- water can incresae bacterial activity.
590.003/3-303.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen and basement with debris under tables and shelving. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths on counter. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Cold water faucet in bathroom hand sink not functioning properly. Repair as needed so staff can wash hands and adjust temperature.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Trash in bathroom is not covered. Provide covered waste receptacle.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor in basement prep area damaged. Repair as needed.
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe.
How does Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.
Has Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe 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 Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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