Kala Thai Cookery
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Kala Thai Cookery has 13 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 30, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about 14 violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “wood use limitation”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average is 86, putting Kala Thai Cookery squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Prep sink observed without and air gap/ backflow preventer. Install PIC to provide plumber report and how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-402.11-P
86
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE sauces. Discontinue (cos)
590.003/3-302.11-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Prep sink observed without and air gap/ backflow preventer. Install PIC to provide plumber report and how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Asteriks missing from the consumer advisory notation and foods on the menu. Provide asteriks to the pertaining items and consumer advisory notation.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: To go prepack poh piah observed without any labeling (allergen/ nutrition facts/ name). Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of foods that was prepped the night before and today per PIC observed without datemarking. Provide made/discard date before serving
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Prep area/warewashing area observed blocked by dishes. Discontinue maintain accessible for handwashing at all time. (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: P's and P's violations noted on the inspection report. CFPM to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed raw broccoli cut into prior to being washed. Wash/ clean before cut into. Remove paper towel dispenser from above clean glass storage Observed barrier missing between prepped table and 3 bay sink. Provide/Install
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Several boxes of food items observed stored on the floor in the storage area. Discontinue/elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple condiment items/ squeeze bottles/ bulk bins observed without labels . Provide labels when removed from orginal containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Storage room observed clutter .Clean / organize to remove .
590.006/6-501.114-C
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed very smooky. Repair Hood sticker expires 3.29.26
590.006/6-304.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple shelvings and equipments observed lined with alumminum foil. Discontinue/remove
590.004/4-101.11-C
32
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the current location where large pots and pans are air drying - it is too small as waste water is draining onto other clean pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Clean blades of the fan inside the kitchen as well as surrounding surfaces on the floors and walls from visible dirt dust and debris
590.006/6-201.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose debris and broken equipment from the kitchen service areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
86
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised chlorine test strips where needed
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinue par cooking poultry [ chicken battered strips are 80F ] -= then are cooked to order - either cook all the way thru when ordered of cook fully anf hot hold as discussed
590.003/3-401.14-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some rodent activity out by the trash area - conract pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all compromised wooden utensils where needed
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment to remove all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean stubborn grease and grime on the hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the current location where large pots and pans are air drying - it is too small as waste water is draining onto other clean pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the area to properly air dry clean pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the screen rear door to the trash area
590.006/6-201.17-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barriers
590.005/5-203.13-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Clean blades of the fan inside the kitchen as well as surrounding surfaces on the floors and walls from visible dirt dust and debris
590.006/6-201.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors walls and ceilngs in the kitchen from visible food apills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after use - keep lids tightly covered after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Wash and rinse after emptied to remove stubborn soils
590.005/5-501.116-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose debris and broken equipment from the kitchen service areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC has no food safety certificates on site - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
39
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinue par cooking poultry [ chicken battered strips are 80F ] -= then are cooked to order - either cook all the way thru when ordered of cook fully anf hot hold as discussed
590.003/3-401.14-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some rodent activity out by the trash area - conract pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised chlorine test strips where needed
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barriers
590.005/5-203.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the screen rear door to the trash area
590.006/6-201.17-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the area to properly air dry clean pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean stubborn grease and grime on the hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment to remove all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after use - keep lids tightly covered after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC has no food safety certificates on site - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors walls and ceilngs in the kitchen from visible food apills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all compromised wooden utensils where needed
590.004/4-101.17-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Wash and rinse after emptied to remove stubborn soils
590.005/5-501.116-C
45
Mar 19, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Any "new" foods added to the menu that are offered "undercooked" will aslo need the proper disclosure / reminder posted where needed - Address
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the cutting boards with deep lacerations making them extremely hard to clean and sanitize properly - address
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and exterior or all refrigeration / freezer units - all cooking equipment on the line as well as all smaller mixers and other commercial utensils from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up at each individual stations on ther cooking line
590.003/3-304.14-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace soiled aprons throughout the day when there are visible signs of an accumulation of heavy food soils
590.002/2-304.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basin of the mopo sink after use - keep the swing door closed afteruse to reduce spills and splashes
590.005/5-203.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors from underneath the cooking equipment - behind all the counters and table tops where needed from all visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted areas of the trap where needed
590.005/5-402.12-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Tilt the shelving units above the three bay sink downward so waste water can easily drain into the sinks without having pooling water above
590.004/4-204.119-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops off the floors after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all heavily soil;ed vents in the hood and soak overnight in bleach as we discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the soiled vents in the hood and soak them overnight to remoe stubborn stains
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all wooden utensils with splintered edges and visible burns
590.004/4-101.17-C
47
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Any "new" foods added to the menu that are offered "undercooked" will aslo need the proper disclosure / reminder posted where needed - Address
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the cutting boards with deep lacerations making them extremely hard to clean and sanitize properly - address
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors from underneath the cooking equipment - behind all the counters and table tops where needed from all visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops off the floors after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basin of the mopo sink after use - keep the swing door closed afteruse to reduce spills and splashes
590.005/5-203.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all wooden utensils with splintered edges and visible burns
590.004/4-101.17-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace soiled aprons throughout the day when there are visible signs of an accumulation of heavy food soils
590.002/2-304.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted areas of the trap where needed
590.005/5-402.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up at each individual stations on ther cooking line
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and exterior or all refrigeration / freezer units - all cooking equipment on the line as well as all smaller mixers and other commercial utensils from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Tilt the shelving units above the three bay sink downward so waste water can easily drain into the sinks without having pooling water above
590.004/4-204.119-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all heavily soil;ed vents in the hood and soak overnight in bleach as we discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
50
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Seperate all raw foods from the ready to eat foods on the cooking line - relocate either item to another piece of cold holding unit to redyuce potential contamination
590.003/3-302.11-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the badly compromised [ white ] cutting board behind the line - remove boards nightly and soak in bleach to assist with stubborn soils and grime
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Identify " ALL " foods being offered undercooked accordingly where needed with a proper consumer advisory warning customers of the potential dangers when consuming undercooked foods especially for the elderly children and the HSP population
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired food safety certificate on site for the PIC - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace soiled aprons on staff when there is an accumulation of visible and stubborn food spills stains and soils
590.002/2-304.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all surfaces under behind and on the sides of all cooking equipment on the cooking line
590.006/6-101.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all clear plastic containers with a commercial grade scoop w/ handle being used to dispense corn starch and other ingredients
590.003/3-304.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
590.002/2-402.11-C
52
May 2, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the area for clean pots and pans to properly air dry - currently pots and pans are air drying on top of one another - another slotted shelf or two will be needed
590.004/4-301.13-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing liquids foods or anything other than an ice scoop on top of the ice machine as we discussed - keep clear and clean at all times to reduce any potential contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all small wooden cutting boards where needed containing visible burn marks cracks and splintered edges - only a hard wood utensil / surface is allowed in the kitchen other than the particular items we discussed [ chop stix - salad bowls ] ADDRESSED IMMEDIATELY
590.004/4-101.17-C
86
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: New menu items are not noted as being offered under cooked - address as we discussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean all chef knives being stored in between soils equipment
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinue allowing dogs enter the restaurant that are not " service animals " provide some signage on the doors entrance stating this - staff can ask customers with dogs " if their dog is a service animal and what service does this animal provide"
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the area for clean pots and pans to properly air dry - currently pots and pans are air drying on top of one another - another slotted shelf or two will be needed
590.004/4-301.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior of all gaskets on the small doors of the under countewr refrigeration units where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden utensils with visible splintered burn marks in the kitchen - only hard wooden utensils are allowed in the kitchen
590.004/4-101.17-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all small wooden cutting boards where needed containing visible burn marks cracks and splintered edges - only a hard wood utensil / surface is allowed in the kitchen other than the particular items we discussed [ chop stix - salad bowls ] ADDRESSED IMMEDIATELY
590.004/4-101.17-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all in use sponges used to clean pots and pans - only used for " non food contact surfaces " floors - walls - ceiling "
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as we discussed with buckets located at ready to eat stations and then a seperate bucket fopr all raw prep areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all plastic cups used to dispense condiments with commercial gerade scoops with handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to identify all bulk food containers as discussed [ flour - sugar - baking powder - ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing liquids foods or anything other than an ice scoop on top of the ice machine as we discussed - keep clear and clean at all times to reduce any potential contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all foods off the floors of the walk in as well as the dry foods storage areas a minimum of six inches
590.003/3-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove and clean all hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
43
Apr 18, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinue allowing dogs enter the restaurant that are not " service animals " provide some signage on the doors entrance stating this - staff can ask customers with dogs " if their dog is a service animal and what service does this animal provide"
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: New menu items are not noted as being offered under cooked - address as we discussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean all chef knives being stored in between soils equipment
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as we discussed with buckets located at ready to eat stations and then a seperate bucket fopr all raw prep areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all foods off the floors of the walk in as well as the dry foods storage areas a minimum of six inches
590.003/3-305.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all in use sponges used to clean pots and pans - only used for " non food contact surfaces " floors - walls - ceiling "
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden utensils with visible splintered burn marks in the kitchen - only hard wooden utensils are allowed in the kitchen
590.004/4-101.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to identify all bulk food containers as discussed [ flour - sugar - baking powder - ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove and clean all hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior of all gaskets on the small doors of the under countewr refrigeration units where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all plastic cups used to dispense condiments with commercial gerade scoops with handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
50
Jun 15, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold hold of Bean sprouts and vegetables sitting on counter @ 50f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below. Products moved to cooler at time of inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw products sitting over ready to eat foods store raw below ready to eat foods
590.003/3-302.11-P
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Hoods baffles with grease and carbon build up clean to remove
590.006/6-201.12-C
70
Oct 3, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kala Thai Cookery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kala Thai Cookery on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kala Thai Cookery?
Across the inspection record, “wood use limitation” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Kala Thai Cookery.
How does Kala Thai Cookery compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Kala Thai Cookery most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.
Has Kala Thai Cookery's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Kala Thai Cookery have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kala Thai Cookery 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 Kala Thai Cookery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kala Thai Cookery is inspected around four times per year on average.
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