Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka

169 Brighton Av, Allston, MA 02134

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “food storage-preventing contamination from the premises” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka's latest score is in line with the Allston average of 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Lower level handsink without paper towels. Provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Some boxes with food items stored on the floor in the lower level walk-in freezer. Elevate properly.

590.003/3-305.11-C

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

Inspector notes: Bulk food container without proper label at lower level. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Mar 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Restricted use pesticides criteria (p)

Inspector notes: Can of Raid noted in the lower preparation area- Use only products provided by your licensed pest control company Removed at the time of the inspection

590.007/7-206.11-P

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

Inspector notes: Numerous products including partially used RTE foods in refrigeration with no labeling- Provide name of product and production date

590.003/3-501.17-PF

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

Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection the staff on site were unable to answer questions regarding food safety and sanitizing The manager arrived and was able to answer questions in regards to food safety Review with staff

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Space noted at the bottom of the rear door of the establishment large enough to allow for the daylight from outside to be seen-Make repairs

590.006/6-202.15-C

Sponges use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Sponges in use at multiple sinks in the establishment- Discontinue

590.004/4-101.16-C

Jun 14, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Packed meat on counter thawing in ambient air- Corrected on site

590.003/3-501.13-C

Jul 7, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink used to store soiled utensils. Discontinue use for handwashing only.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

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

Inspector notes: Some bulk food unit without labels. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Some food items stored on the floor inside walk-in. Elevate properly.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Dec 20, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink used to place pot/equipment on it. PIC removed it. Use for handwashing only.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)

Inspector notes: Several boxes with take-out comtainers stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.

590.004/4-903.11-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Some food products store on the floor inside walk-in. Elevate properly.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Sep 20, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka?

Across the inspection record, “food storage-preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka.

How does Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka compare to other restaurants in Allston?

Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Allston average of 80.

Has Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka 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 Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hokkaldo Ramen Santouka is inspected around two times per year on average.

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