Kantin

1 Brighton Av, Allston, MA 02134
Other
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2023
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Kantin has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 17, 2023. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Note that Kantin's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 17, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “cutting surfaces”, which has been cited three times.

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

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink near cooking line without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent with expired sticker. Provide a current one.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting Board heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
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Oct 24, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board at prep area heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Some Crab Rangoons at the freezer area stored in pan not covered . Cover Properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
90
Jun 15, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink cooking line without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at prep area with out soap. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Knifes stored soiled on magnetic strip. Clean and sanitize before you store away.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves near smoker soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent sticker expired. PIC stated that hood vent cleaning took place but sticker was not placed by the company. Provide a current hood vent sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board at prep area heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kantin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kantin on file is from Feb 17, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kantin?

Across the inspection record, “cutting surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kantin.

How does Kantin compare to other restaurants in Allston?

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

Has Kantin's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kantin have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kantin means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.