Hook + Line

10 Fan Pier Bl, Boston, MA 02210

Seafood

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Hook + Line has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Hook + Line's latest score of 78 falls below the Boston average of 86. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsoap missing from handsink at cookline. PIC stated dispenser broke from wall. PIC provided temporary dispenser. Repair

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy evidence of rodent droppings. Cleand and sanitize the area indicated. Provide an updated pest control report via email asap to shemica.debnam@boston.gov

590.006/6-501.111-PF

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

Inspector notes: Multiple ice buckets stored on the floor. Remove and clean. Retrain staff to properly store all ice buckets to avoid contamination.

590.004/4-903.11-C1

Feb 21, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 13, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Consumer advisory missing asterisk and font size too small. Increase to 11 or above.

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Mechanical-ventilation (c)

Inspector notes: Self ventilated fryers in fish market kitchen do not have ansul and life safety hookups in place for fire alarm. Make all necessary repairs. Technician from Impact Fire to be on site 10/14/23 to complete setup with Roper Electric.

590.006/6-304.11-C

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

Inspector notes: Furniture wood panel wall in dining area still be finished. Complete prior to opening.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Anti-choking

Inspector notes: No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.

590.009(E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hook + Line last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hook + Line on file is from Aug 5, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Hook + Line compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Hook + Line most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Hook + Line's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hook + Line have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hook + Line 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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