Gourmet China House

55 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111

Chinese

Last inspected: Sep 15, 2022

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Gourmet China House. Gourmet China House was last inspected on Sep 15, 2022. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Public records show no inspections at Gourmet China House since Sep 15, 2022, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Gourmet China House's latest score of 39 falls below the Boston average of 86.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 15, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 11 violations

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

Inspector notes: Raw meat stored above cilantro and spinach in walk-in cooler. Store raw meat below produce and ready to eat foods.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)

Inspector notes: Degraded dented and rusty cans of soy sauce on dry storage shelf. Discard damaged cans and do not open them or serve the food inside them.

590.006/6-404.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Mutiple flies in basement prep area. Discard fly strips with dead flies. Consult licensed pest control and clean and dry basement to avoid attracting flies.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Conditions of use (pf)

Inspector notes: Can of Raid in kitchen. Discard and discontinue using pesticides. Contract with licensed pest control company.

590.007/7-202.12-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine with yellow mold-like substance. Clean to prevent contamination.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)

Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for testing final rinse temperature of dish machine. Provide either strips or thermometer.

590.004/4-302.13-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink in kitchen blocked with container of washed greens. Keep hand sinks clear at all times.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Containers of washed produced stored under 3 compartment sink. Do not store food under sinks or near the floor to avoid contamination.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Food storage prohibited areas (c)

Inspector notes: Bags of rice stored in trash area. Store rice in dry storage not in trash room.

590.003/3-305.12-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Stove covered in aluminum foil. Shelves in walk-in cooler with soiled cardboard. Discard foil and cardboard. Use only materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.

590.004/4-101.19-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Rice spoons in water at 77F. Store serving spoons clean and dry or in water over 135F.

590.003/3-304.12-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gourmet China House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gourmet China House on file is from Sep 15, 2022. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Gourmet China House compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Gourmet China House most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Gourmet China House 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.

Nearby Restaurants

Fu Chun Ju

55 Beach St

Score: 67 — Medium Risk

Hunan Gourmet

45 Beach St

Score: 39 — High Risk

China Pearl Restaurant

9 Tyler St

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Boston → Chinese restaurants in Boston