Grainmaker
Last inspected: Feb 1, 2024
95
Score
Public records show six inspections at Grainmaker stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 1, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Grainmaker dates to Feb 1, 2024.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “system maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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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
Feb 1, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed soiled. Hood sticker observed expired. Clean filter and schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
95
Jan 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken in warmer at 115F. Person in charge removed and reheated on flat top grill.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer in squeeze bottle observed without label. Provide.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed soiled. Hood sticker observed expired. Clean filter and schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Grease bucket and dumpster both observed open during inspection. Person in charge corrected.
590.005/5-501.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No thermometer in refrigerator by cash register. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Plastic containers stored directly in flour to dispense product. Remove.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead roach observed in basement. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
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Aug 4, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet at hand sink behind register with low water pressure. Service as needed to ensure good pressure for hand washing. Work order has beend placed
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expires this month. Cleaning will be scheduled end of month
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Jul 11, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Sealed R.O.P. bags of diced tuna thawing in refrigerator. Open bags prior to thawing per package instructions.
590.003/3-501.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet at hand sink behind register with low water pressure. Service as needed to ensure good pressure for hand washing. Slow leak in basement ceiling. Repair as needed to prevent leak from attracting pests. No food storage in basement.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food debris build-up in floor drains. Drip trays under wok station with debris. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expires this month. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Jan 23, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs stored on shefl above ready to eat sauces. Store eggs below ready to eat foods and produce. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No quats test strips for sanitizer. Provide correct test strips for chemical sanitizer used at 3 compartment sink.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: House-made lemonade for self-service in reatil cooled without labels. Prepared with pasteurized lemon juice. Discontinue selling lemonade without proper labeling.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Dispenser not operating. Repair Chemical sanitizer mixed by hand. Repair or recalibrated dispenser as needed for functionality.
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Toilet on main floor and women's bathroom on second floor without covered waste receptacle. Provide covered trash bins.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and spills in basement under grease trap. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jul 13, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer at 3 compartment sink does not show any concentration on test strips for quats or chlorine. Service mixer or chemical as needed for scorrect operation. Chlorine mixed according to label directions to 50ppm.
590.004/4-501.114-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold line cooler does not appear to hold temperature below 50F. Salsa cucumber and carrots all temping above 50F. Cooler bay was iced to F. Service cooler as needed to function properly. Discontinue using unit until holding temperature at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Hot holding chicken at 115F. Reheated to 170F. Ensure chicken is reheated to 165F after being cut up before being placed into hot holding.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Not test strips for chlorine or quats sanitizer. Ensure cor rect test strips are available for corresponding chemical sanitizer.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water was turned off at prep area hand sink. Faucet has slow drip. Repair faucet as needed to function correctly.
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Juice drinks for sale in self-service cooler without any labels. Labels were printed and placed on cups. Ensure juice drinks are always labeled for retail sale.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Cooked rice noodles at 60F stored in deep containers covered with plastic film. Cooked sauce placed directly into deep plastic container with lid. Cool cooked foods spread out and uncovered to ensure they are cooled rapidly to the correct temperature.
590.003/3-501.15-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Some staff without hair restraints. Ensure all staff wear hats or hairnets when handling food. Corrected on site.
590.002/2-402.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Slow drip leak at prep area hand sink from hot water. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Vacuum sealed packages of raw salmon and tuna thawed in cooler. Open or puncture packages prior thawing to prevent possible bacteria proliferation.
590.003/3-501.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Grainmaker last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Grainmaker on file is from Feb 1, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Grainmaker?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Grainmaker.
How does Grainmaker compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Grainmaker most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Grainmaker's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Grainmaker have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Grainmaker 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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