Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant

1 Brighton Av, Allston, MA 02134

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 30, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods”, showing up three times.

Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant's latest score of 50 falls below the Allston average of 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 30, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

System maintained in good repair (p)

Inspector notes: Handsink at cooking line with cold water faucet broken. Handsink at warewashing area out of order/broken.---- Repair both.

590.005/5-205.15-P

Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)

Inspector notes: No evidence of proper warewashing. Three bay sink set up at Wash Compartment only. Other compartments filled with soiled dishes. Provide proper warewashing all the time- Wash Rinse Sanitize.

590.004/4-501.114-P

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Several handsinks missing paper towels. provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Several prepared food items inside walk-in unit without date-marking. Provide.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths observed soiled on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Exterior and interior of several refrigerating units soiled. Exterior of cooking line equipment soiled. Handsinks soiled with some grease ---- Clean all properly.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily scored and soiled. Resurface and clean properly or replace.

590.004/4-501.12-C

Nov 7, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Provide repairs for the exterior roof & interior ceiling. Repairs were discussed with the manager on site. Manager stating he has received a quote & signed a repair contract

590.006/6-501.11-C

Sep 16, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Location to remain voluntarily closed pending receipt & review of a licensed plumbers report for the food court. Report to be sent to ISDHealth@Boston.gov A smoke test was done on 9.11.25 smoke was observed coming out from the grease trap and through the 3 bay sink drains Manager was instructed to have a licensed plumber assess the issue & what repairs will be needed The report should be on licensed plumbers letterhead and forwarded to ISDhealth@Boston.gov for review

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Provide repairs for the exterior roof & interior ceiling. Repairs were discussed with the manager on site. Manager stating he has received a quote & signed a repair contract

590.006/6-501.11-C

Mar 31, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Vegan beef being soaked in warm water in a pot at 107F Per the owner the product is soaked to expand and then in cooked Reviewed to follow procedures that follow proper temperature requirements

590.003/3-501.16-P

Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)

Inspector notes: Open beverages in the kitchen with no covers/straws- Corrected on site

590.002/2-401.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Numerous containers and squeeze bottles with no labeling- Correct

590.003/3-302.12-C

Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)

Inspector notes: Bulk food containers repaired with duct tape- Repair properly or replace

590.004/4-101.11-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Food containers stored directly on the floor- Corrected on site

590.003/3-305.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Numerous soiled wiping cloths on counters with no sanitizer solution set up- Corrected on site

590.003/3-304.14-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Exteriors of squeeze bottles and food containers with soils- Clean with proper frequency

590.004/4-602.13-C

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Grout missing between tiles in a few areas at the 3 bay sink- Repair

590.006/6-501.11-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant.

How does Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Allston?

Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Allston average of 81.

Has Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant 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 Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Grasshopper Vegan Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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