Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
61
Score
Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “system maintained in good repair”, which has been cited six times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot's 61 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walkin refrigeration unit observed missing datemarkings.Provide datemarking on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of roach activity observed (kitchen/dining room under soda station) Rodent activity(droppings) observed behind the basement water heater-storage room. Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection Check for voids & entry points repair as needed Clean/sanitize affected locations
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: The hood sticker has expired on 1.20.26.Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walkin refrigeration & freezer floors to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the outside trash alley to remove debris & unused equipment. Maintain trash location clean & organized.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the cabinet below the soda station to remove soils & evidence of insect activity.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide working internal thermometers in the reach in refrigeration units.
590.004/4-204.112-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: The 2 bay prep sink was observed leaking from the drainpipe.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
61
Dec 26, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the customer self-service area white rice 114-120F fried rice 88F cooked noodles 100F had been placed out at or around 12:00pm per employee; corrective action was that the surge protector had not been turned on and staff voluntarily discarded all the food.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple meat proteins in kitchen left on counter inside plastic containers 47F; cut tomatoes and other vegetables left outside of active refrigeration 60F; napa cabbage in open air cooler 57F baby bok choy in open air cooler 50F; keep TCS items at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Observed can of silicone spary and a bottle of concrete filler stored close to uncovered foods in basement; keep chemicals and toxic substances away from foods to prevent contamination.
590.007/7-201.11-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: There are multiple priority violations observed at this restaurant. Review this inspection report with the staff retrain and provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Staff were unable to produce a food thermometer during inspection when requested; provide a thin stemmed food thermometer.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in kitchen before stairs to basement and hand sinks in the basement with empty hand towel holders; provide hand towels or an approved way to dry hands at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple blocked hand sinks in kitchen and basement; hand sinks must be accessible at all times.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: In basement dry storage area observed glue traps with multiple captured cockroaches; remove pests trapped on devices with more frequency.
590.006/6-501.112-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: The interior of the ice machines in the basement are heavily stained with soils and black slime-like substance; clean and sanitize the interiors of the ice machines.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: In the basement prep sink observed frozen foods thawing in standing water; thaw foods using only approved methods.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple refrigerators in kitchen as well as open air coolers in customer area with no internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers in all refrigerator units in a conspicuous location.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food handlers in kitchen not wearing hair restraints; food handlers must wear effective hair restraints while handling food.
590.002/2-402.11-C
33
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple foods observed without date marking. Provide for all foods held longer than 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Detergent on low temperature dish machine observed empty. Corrected on site.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Warewashing equipment cleaning agents (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer on low temperature dish machine observed empty. Corrected on site.
590.004/4-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Meat slicer in kitchen observed with debris and soiled plastic wrap around slicer. Meat slicer in beverage area observed with liquid soils. Ice machine in basement observed with soils. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live roach observed in employee drink area. Provide an updated pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink on production line being used to wash produce. Discontinue. Hand sinks should only be used for hand washing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Back alley observed with excess trash and debris. Clean all excess trash.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets of sliced meat observed on conveyor belt uncovered. Beef under temperature control at 34F. Cover to prevent potential contaminants.
590.003/3-302.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop observed stored on top of ice machine. Discontinue.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Food product observed stored on ground in prep area. Elevate to prevent potential contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Sides of fryolater observed with grease build up. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employee on production line observed without hair restraint. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
41
Jul 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items affected by a loss of power. Contact ISD Health to discuss a food condemnation with a supervisor the next business day--617-635-5326 (Monday July 7 2025)
590.003/3-701.11-P
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Power outage at the location. Business issued a Voluntary closure Manager instructed to provide all necessary repairs & forward all repair invoices to ISDHealth@Boston.gov
590.008/8-404.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Power loss in the establishment. Food items affected. Fire alarm was affected BFD responded Staff stating power loss was on the night of 7.3.25 approx 9:30pm ISD electrical inspector on site ISD building & plumber were requested by on call manager Manager instructed to contact the fire alarm company to ensure the panel is repaired/reset Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast notified. Voluntary closure issued. Frozen meat items in the walkin freezer to be transferred to an alternate location in Cambridge PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect affected equipment provide all documentation be re-inspected by building electrical & health for approval to re-open.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Provide any necessary repairs throughout as needed regarding the power outage
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors/exteriors of the basement walkin & cook line reachin units to remove soils after discarding comprimised food items due to power loss
590.004/4-602.13-C
64
May 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Open bags of poison observed being used in the basement dry storage area. Discontinue and use authorized bait stations.
590.007/7-206.12-P
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Food Allergen Certification observed at the time of the inspection. Provide an up to date Food Allergen Certification for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of meats and other food products observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off gthe ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the single door Everest freezer visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet to the 3 bay sink not functioning. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hot water was sufficient in the building. Drainage pipe from the single bay vegetable preparation sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: KNives observed being stored in between cooler and preparation tables. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor in the back storage room of the basement with excess moisture observed. Address and clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping clotsh observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
61
Apr 17, 2024
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 beef stored above ready to eat foods. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Slicer has debris in service area. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live roach observed in dry store room. Multiple areas in basement with rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize all effected areas. Provide updated pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items without date marking. Provide date marking for all foods kept over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple employees in kitchen area without proper hair restraint. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Chickens observed cooling in deep pan on ground in close proximity to back door. Person in charge corrected.
590.003/3-501.15-C
58
Jan 22, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temperature dish machine is not working. Service call has been placed. 3 bay sink is set up.
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings in basement area. Clean and sanitize area. Provide updated pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Food slicer has food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed without proper date marking. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No person in charge at time of inspection per employee. Person in charge must be assigned at all hours.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters have grease build up and soils. Hood sticker is expired. Clean to remove. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employee prepping food product observed without hair restriant. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
55
Jul 20, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer registering at either 3 compartment quats dispenser or low temp dish machine. Replace empty quats container. Change low temp sanitizer or call for service to ensure machine is sanitizing correctly.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Old chicken boxed used for storing plastic wrapped plates of cooked food. Discard chicken boxes and discontinue using boxes to store food.
590.003/3-302.11-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Grease trap in basement has backup with contaminated grease and water on floor throughout dry storage area. Contaminated foods will need to be discarded and basement will need to be cleaned and sanitized. Provide all documantation for repairs and cleaning
590.005/5-205.15-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in prep area blocked with pans. Satff washing hands at cookline sink and warewashing sink. Keep hand sinks clear at all times
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC responsible for notifying Health Department of plumbing and sewage issues in basement.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Basement with grease and water from overflowing grease trap. Discard contaminated foods and provice documentation for cleaning and sanitizing of basement.
590.003/3-305.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Sink at dishmachine leaks. Repair as needed to prevent water from pooling on floor and attracting pests
590.005/5-205.15-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Canned quail eggs stored in tap water. Discontinue storing eggs in tap water. Store in liquid from can or not liquid at all to prevent bacterial growth.
590.003/3-303.12-C
45
Jan 31, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer registering at either 3 compartment quats dispenser or low temp dish machine. Replace empty quats container. Change low temp sanitizer or call for service to ensure machine is sanitizing correctly.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Old chicken boxed used for storing plastic wrapped plates of cooked food. Discard chicken boxes and discontinue using boxes to store food.
590.003/3-302.11-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Grease trap in basement has backup with contaminated grease and water on floor throughout dry storage area. Contaminated foods will need to be discarded and basement will need to be cleaned and sanitized. Provide all documantation for repairs and cleaning
590.005/5-205.15-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in prep area blocked with pans. Satff washing hands at cookline sink and warewashing sink. Keep hand sinks clear at all times
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC responsible for notifying Health Department of plumbing and sewage issues in basement.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Sink at dishmachine leaks. Repair as needed to prevent water from pooling on floor and attracting pests
590.005/5-205.15-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Basement with grease and water from overflowing grease trap. Discard contaminated foods and provice documentation for cleaning and sanitizing of basement.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Canned quail eggs stored in tap water. Discontinue storing eggs in tap water. Store in liquid from can or not liquid at all to prevent bacterial growth.
590.003/3-303.12-C
45
Nov 29, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Kitchen dish machine not registering chemical sanitizer. Changed sanitizer and cleared feed line. Corrected on site. Test sanitizer regularly to ensure dishes & utensils are sanitized properly
590.004/4-501.114-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No soap at server station hand sink. Server washing hands in kitchen. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times Corrected on site.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No towels at server station hand sink. Server washing hands in kitchen. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times Corrected on site.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test kit for testing quats sanitizer concentration at 3 compartment sink. Provide test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hoos sticker expires this month. Provide date for scheduled cleaning.
590.006/6-501.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Water leaks from top of kitchen dish machine pooling on floor under machine. Service as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
58
Oct 7, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Flooding in basement No running water Basement with standing water Pump and clear basement in order to assess foods for condemnation Contact isdhealth@boston.gov to arrange condemnation
590.008/8-404.11-PF
90
Jun 21, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in prep area out of paper towels. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times. Corrected on site.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Soiled containers in hand sink at prep area. Keep sink clear of dishes and other obstructions so that staff can easily wash hands. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves in prep area covered in plastic film. Discard and discontinue using film to cover shelves. Use materials that are durable cleanable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Urinal in men's bathroom drains slowly. Service as needed to operate properly and avoid possible drain issue.
590.005/5-205.15-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot.
How does Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Happy Lamb Mongolian Hot Pot is inspected around three times per year on average.
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