Halal Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged 20 inspections at Halal Indian Cuisine, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly nine violations before.
Across the inspection history, “in-use utensils between-use storage” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 10 times.
Restaurants in Mission Hill average 82, so Halal Indian Cuisine is doing better than most peers. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
20
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed without hair restraint. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
590.002/2-402.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Pint cups used for scooping sauces stored in sauce containers. Discard cups. Use spoons with handles to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.12-C
90
Dec 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: Due to repeated unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection TSOP was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen.
590.014/SummaryS-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple food contact surfaces observed in need of deep cleaning visible food spills dry encrusted foods. Clean and sanitize to remove (repeat violation)
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Container of mix vegetable chicken tika red sauce observed without date marking. Per PIC food were prep the night before 12.3.25. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of rat droppings observed in multiple location of the establishment (can of tomato sauce floor near backdoor front counter storage room) (Repeat violation) PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV/ Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff .
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Foor throughout the establishment observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prepped foods observed stored in the cold unit upstairs and walkin dowsntairs observed without cover. Provide cover (repeat violation)
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Bulk bins condiment containers observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Portion cup observed stored inside bulk bins to dispense foods. Discontinue provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of food items observed stored on the floor. Dicontinue/ Elevate (repeat violation)
590.003/3-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood ventilation and attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 2.6.26
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: :Ceiling light fixtureobserved missing protective shield. Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple dead cockroaches observed on glue trap. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom obseved in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove (repeat violation)
590.006/6-501.18-C
30
Dec 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: Due to repeated unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection TSOP was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen.
590.014/SummaryS-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff .
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of rat droppings observed in multiple location of the establishment (can of tomato sauce floor near backdoor front counter storage room) (Repeat violation) PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV/ Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Container of mix vegetable chicken tika red sauce observed without date marking. Per PIC food were prep the night before 12.3.25. (Repeat violation)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple food contact surfaces observed in need of deep cleaning visible food spills dry encrusted foods. Clean and sanitize to remove (repeat violation)
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of food items observed stored on the floor. Dicontinue/ Elevate (repeat violation)
590.003/3-305.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Portion cup observed stored inside bulk bins to dispense foods. Discontinue provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Bulk bins condiment containers observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prepped foods observed stored in the cold unit upstairs and walkin dowsntairs observed without cover. Provide cover (repeat violation)
590.003/3-302.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple dead cockroaches observed on glue trap. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom obseved in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove (repeat violation)
590.006/6-501.18-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: :Ceiling light fixtureobserved missing protective shield. Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Foor throughout the establishment observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood ventilation and attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 2.6.26
590.004/4-202.18-C
30
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Backdoor observed closed. PIC is able to close the backdoor only from the outisde. Repair in process. PIC and staff to keep back door closed at all time to minimize entry point for rodent and pests.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Jun 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen.
590.014/SummaryS-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Fresh rat droppings and old rat droppings observed downstairs in the basement. Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff .
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Container of lentils mix vegetable buffer chicken red sauce observed without date marking. Per PIC food were prep the night before 6.9.25.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment back entrance door observed missing weather strip potential entryway to rodent and pests. Provide / repair.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom obseved in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Backdoor observed closed. PIC is able to close the backdoor only from the outisde. Repair in process. PIC and staff to keep back door closed at all time to minimize entry point for rodent and pests.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of food items observed stored on the floor. Dicontinue/ Elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Raw shrimp observed stored in the water inside 2 door refrigerator unit. Discontinue
590.003/3-501.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed stored inside walkin cooler. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Basement area obeserved in need of organizing and cleaning.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling light fixture above 3 bay sink observed missing shield. Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
41
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen.
590.014/SummaryS-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff .
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Container of lentils mix vegetable buffer chicken red sauce observed without date marking. Per PIC food were prep the night before 6.9.25.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Fresh rat droppings and old rat droppings observed downstairs in the basement. Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Basement area obeserved in need of organizing and cleaning.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed holes on the ceiling by the bathroom many holes observed downstairs in the basement hole observed by the backdoor . Seal/Repair Backdoor observed not closing all the day. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom obseved in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of food items observed stored on the floor. Dicontinue/ Elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Raw shrimp observed stored in the water inside 2 door refrigerator unit. Discontinue
590.003/3-501.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed stored inside walkin cooler. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling light fixture above 3 bay sink observed missing shield. Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment back entrance door observed missing weather strip potential entryway to rodent and pests. Provide / repair.
590.006/6-202.15-C
41
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main door entrance observed with broken door sweep possible entryway for pests.. Repair
590.006/6-202.15-C
95
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity/ multiple rodent droppigs downstairs in the basment shelving storage area . Provide most recent detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces review responsibilities for company illness procedures and date marking. Certified Manager must retrain all staff. (Repeated violation) PIC to develop a cleaning schedule.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several containers of food stored in the refrigeration/ walkin unit observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep the night before Provide date marking with made/discard date to all containers of food stored in the walk in / refrigerator
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control / warewashing/ cleaning frequency/ illness policy Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of house model refrigerator unitv observed soiled with dry food spills upright freezer unit observed with heavy ice build up cook range observed heavily soiled with dry food encrusted heavy carbon build up and food spills interior of oven observed soiled interior of middle compartment of 3 bay sink observed soiled by dishes and foods front of the house soda refrigerator shelvings observed soiled wall behind cookline observed heavily soiled by dry food spills multiple kitchen shelvings observed soiled exterior of microwave all condiment holders observed soiled . Clean and sanitize all the above equipment and surfaces.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main sink observed blocked by wooden spoon and dish scrubber. Discontinue and maintain accessible to use to prevent contaminatio by hands. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires: 2.7.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide thermometer to all the refrigeration uni observed without a conspicious thermometer.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple storage shelvings observed lined with cardboard. Discontinue
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed floor under all equipments under warewashing sink and inside walkin with heavy soiled build up.Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main door entrance observed with broken door sweep possible entryway for pests.. Repair
590.006/6-202.15-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled mop/bucket stored in the kitchen Remove
590.006/6-501.113-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple empty boxes observed stored in the basement area. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.(RV)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous container of cooked foods stored in the walk in observed without cover buckets of sauces stored in the refrigerator observed without cover. Provide and maintain.
590.003/3-302.11-C
33
Nov 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff washing hands with gloves on . CFPM to retrain staff on hanwashing. Advised staff to properly wash hands .
590.002/2-301.12-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: :Observed multiple food and non food contact surfaces with heavily dried food soils spills encrusted food debris and heavy grease build up and drippin. Clean to remove soils from clean knife holder interior of prep sink hand sink interior and exterior of microwave all storage bins all condiment holders cook range and oven observed with heavy carbon build up all shelving where clean equipment stored and shelving in walkin exteriors / interiors / gaskets of all refrigeration units interior and exterior of self service beverage unit. Clean and sanitize all the above equipment and surfaces. (RV)
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity downstairs in the basment. Provide most recent detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator. (RV)
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitzer testing strips. Provide Inspector test strip wasc used. 50ppm Chlorine
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection the staff on site were unable to answer question pertaining to temperature control . Reviewed at the time of inspection. CFPM to train staff on procedures.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces review responsibilities for company illness procedures and date marking. Certified Manager must retrain all staff. (Repeated violation)
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: 5 bags of 40lbs basmatic rice observed with rodent chew mark. Discard. All 200lbs of rice was voluntary discard and denatured with bleach.
590.003/3-202.15-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food stored in the refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep the night before 11.7.24. Provide date marking with made/discard date. (RV)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Self serve Mangolassi smoothie observed without proper label. Provide label. (Repeated violation)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed stored in the refrigerator without cover. Provide. (RV)
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles powder condimnets and containers with different powder observed without identification. Provide labels with common name stored in the bottles. (RV)
590.003/3-302.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: All refrigerations unit observed without conspicious thermomether . Provide and maintain visible. (RV)
590.004/4-204.112-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensils observed stored in stagnant water and single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.(RV)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes food products observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Discontinue/ elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires: 2.7.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed floor under all equipments dowstairs in the basement and under warewashing sink with heavy soiled build up.Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead mouse on glue trap in the basement area. Remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled mop stored in soiled stagnant water. Remove (RV)
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff batrhoom observed heavily soiled and odorous. Clean and sanitize to remove. (RV)
590.006/6-501.18-C
22
Aug 5, 2024
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cook range observed soiled interior and exterior of true 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled house model freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior house refrigerator unit observed soiled kichen shevings observed soiled from encrusted dry foods interior and exterior of microwave observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and powder condiments at the cooking station observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of food stored in the walking refrigerator freezer and 2 door refrigeration unit observed without cover. Provide and maintain .
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom observed soiled and oderous. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Dripping grease from hood and filters. Provide proper cleaning. Expire 10.07.24
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In use cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using plastic containers to scoop food from bulk. Provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
70
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of cooked food stored in the walkin and kitchen refrigerator rs observed without date marking . Provide (per PIC food was cooked the night before 7.25.24)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide metal probe thermometer. Provide.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Cook range observed soiled interior and exterior of true 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled house model freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior house refrigerator unit observed soiled soiled knife observed stored in clean knife rack clean utensils holder observed soiled with soiled water kichen shevings observed soiled from encrusted dry foods interior and exterior of microwave observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen hand sink observed blocked by wooden spoon . Maintain clean accessible. (COS)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures and date marking . Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: One employee observed with hair restaint while prepping food. Provide proper hair restraint.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In use cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cleaning tools ( mop bucket mop broom dust pan) stored in the kitchen area. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.113-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Dripping grease from hood and filters. Provide proper cleaning. Expire 10.07.24
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom observed soiled and oderous. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue lining food contact surfaces and equipments with aluminum foil.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of dry goods observed stored on the floor inside the walking and storage area. Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cook range observed soiled interior and exterior of true 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled house model freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior house refrigerator unit observed soiled kichen shevings observed soiled from encrusted dry foods interior and exterior of microwave observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-202.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using plastic containers to scoop food from bulk. Provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and powder condiments at the cooking station observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of food stored in the walking refrigerator freezer and 2 door refrigeration unit observed without cover. Provide and maintain .
590.003/3-302.11-C
35
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen hand sink observed blocked by wooden spoon . Maintain clean accessible. (COS)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Cook range observed soiled interior and exterior of true 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled house model freezer observed with heavy ice build up interior house refrigerator unit observed soiled soiled knife observed stored in clean knife rack clean utensils holder observed soiled with soiled water kichen shevings observed soiled from encrusted dry foods interior and exterior of microwave observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide metal probe thermometer. Provide.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures and date marking . Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of cooked food stored in the walkin and kitchen refrigerator rs observed without date marking . Provide (per PIC food was cooked the night before 7.25.24)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom observed soiled and oderous. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and powder condiments at the cooking station observed not labled. Label if removed from original pacakge.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of dry goods observed stored on the floor inside the walking and storage area. Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of food stored in the walking refrigerator freezer and 2 door refrigeration unit observed without cover. Provide and maintain .
590.003/3-302.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using plastic containers to scoop food from bulk. Provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Dripping grease from hood and filters. Provide proper cleaning. Expire 10.07.24
590.006/6-501.14-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cleaning tools ( mop bucket mop broom dust pan) stored in the kitchen area. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.113-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In use cutting board observed heavily scored. Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue lining food contact surfaces and equipments with aluminum foil.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: One employee observed with hair restaint while prepping food. Provide proper hair restraint.
590.002/2-402.11-C
37
Jun 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Notes:Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Mar 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Notes:Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food and non food contact surfaces soiled . Clean to remove soils from clean interior of prep sink all condiment holders shelving in walkin exteriors / interiors / gaskets of all refrigeration units interior and exterior of self service beverage unit. Clean and sanitize all the above equipment and surfaces.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Self serve Mangolassi smoothie observed without proper label. Provide label.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff batrhoom observed heavily soiled and with strong odor. Clean and sanitize.
590.006/6-501.18-C
61
Feb 23, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Notes:Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Oil in the fryer observed heavily discolored. Change.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity downstairs in the basment. Provide most recent pest control report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training. Post and ensure staff training provided.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food held for more than 24hours observed without date marking . Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Self serve Mangolassi smoothie observed without proper label. Provide label.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food and non food contact surfaces with heavily dried food soils spills encrusted food debris and heavy grease build up and drippin. Clean to remove soils from clean knife holder interior of prep sink hand sink interior and exterior of microwave all storage bins all condiment holders cook range and oven observed with heavy carbon build up all shelving where clean equipment stored and shelving in walkin exteriors / interiors / gaskets of all refrigeration units interior and exterior of self service beverage unit. Clean and sanitize all the above equipment and surfaces.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen hand sink observed blocked with wooden spoon and wipping cloth. Discontinue. Maintain clean accessible.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles powder condimnets and containers with different powder observed without identification. Provide labels with common name stored in the bottles.
590.003/3-602.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed stored in the refrigerator without cover. Provide. Corrected on site by PIC
590.003/3-302.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Food dispensing utensils observed stored in stagnant water soiled containers and utensils stored on the equipment. Discontinue .
590.003/3-304.12-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all visibly soiled aluminum foil being used to line shelving units in the kitchen .
590.004/4-101.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: All refrigerations unit observed without conspicious thermomether . Provide and maintain.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: True refrigerator door handle and motor cover observed in need of repair. Repair.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Storage area observed in need of cleaning and organization. Clean and organize.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood observed soiled and sticker expired 2.10.24. Provide cleaning .
590.006/6-501.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled mop stored in soiled stagnant water. Remove
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Staff batrhoom observed heavily soiled and with strong odor. Clean and sanitize.
590.006/6-501.18-C
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Nov 7, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity in the alleywat behind the restautant [ right by the kitchen ] contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Storage of soiled linens (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing soiled aprons inside the cloth bag while keeping it on the kitchen floor - place in a plastic container with a lid and elevate off the floors to reduce potential rodent activity inside the restaurant
590.004/4-803.11-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all trash receptacles inside and outside of the facility have proper fitting covers on each canister
590.005/5-501.113-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris around the barrels
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen especially under and behind all the cooking equipment from visible food soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a copy of the PIC current food safety certificate on site as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all soiled vents in the hood - soak over night with bleach as discussed - repeat as needed until all soils are removed
590.004/4-202.18-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all plastic 16 oz plastic cups and replace with scoops containing handles on the ends to reduce potential bare hand contact
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and oursid eof all refrigeration / freezer units - clean exterior of all cooking equipment bulk food storage bins from visiblefood soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
58
Apr 13, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Standards of identity (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all individually packaged desserts out for retail sale have a label of ingredients for customers to see
590.003/3-601.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure to keep all foods elevated off the floors a minimum of six inched during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside of all refrigeration / freezerunits - exterior of all cooking equipment - exterior of all bulk food storage bins from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Jan 9, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is enough clean and ample sized shelving units to properly air dry clean pots and pans - currtently clean utensils are on top of each other
590.004/4-301.13-C
Can openers (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils - resurface the wooden block that the opener is mounted to as discussed
590.004/4-202.15-C
90
Jan 4, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Several package desserts and sauces are out for retail sale and made in house - need to have a list of ingredients / label to properly identify te contents
590.003/3-101.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the alleyway where trash is stored then entering into the basement - address as discussed provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with dep lacerations that cannot be cleaned properly- discard when surfaces are compromised and visibly unable to be cleaned properly
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometer on site - replace
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all surfaces in the kitchen where there is visible food accumulations especially in the corners of the floors
590.006/6-101.11-C
Can openers (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils - resurface the wooden block that the opener is mounted to as discussed
590.004/4-202.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure PIC on site has a copy of their current food safety certificate
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all trash receptacles have tight fitting lids and are in good shape hole free and clean when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basins inside the three bay sink before and after using
590.004/4-501.14-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is enough clean and ample sized shelving units to properly air dry clean pots and pans - currtently clean utensils are on top of each other
590.004/4-301.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered and burnt wooden spatulas and spoons in the kitchen - commercial grade only
590.004/4-101.17-C
45
Dec 1, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Several package desserts and sauces are out for retail sale and made in house - need to have a list of ingredients / label to properly identify te contents
590.003/3-101.11-P
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometer on site - replace
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the alleyway where trash is stored then entering into the basement - address as discussed provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with dep lacerations that cannot be cleaned properly- discard when surfaces are compromised and visibly unable to be cleaned properly
590.004/4-202.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure PIC on site has a copy of their current food safety certificate
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered and burnt wooden spatulas and spoons in the kitchen - commercial grade only
590.004/4-101.17-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is enough clean and ample sized shelving units to properly air dry clean pots and pans - currtently clean utensils are on top of each other
590.004/4-301.13-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basins inside the three bay sink before and after using
590.004/4-501.14-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all trash receptacles have tight fitting lids and are in good shape hole free and clean when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all surfaces in the kitchen where there is visible food accumulations especially in the corners of the floors
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Halal Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Halal Indian Cuisine on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Halal Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils between-use storage” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Halal Indian Cuisine.
How does Halal Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Halal Indian Cuisine most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Halal Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Halal Indian Cuisine have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Halal Indian Cuisine 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 Halal Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Halal Indian Cuisine is inspected around six times per year on average.
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