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Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown

51 Austin St, Charlestown, MA 02129
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 3, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown's latest score of 100 sits above the Charlestown average of 93. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing thermometer for the self service sushi case
590.004/4-204.112-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: N o current food safety certificate on site for the sushi department - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Vended time/temperature control for safety food original container (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all designated food storage areas of the store are properly identied as such for any and all products pertaining to " SUSHI" wether it be dry goods or freezer and refrigeration storage - each location should be easy to idenity with proper signage written in an ample font size
590.003/3-305.13-C
86
Mar 26, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure all bakery items out for retail sale have a proper label of ingredients on each package including the name and addres of the facility
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors of the prep kitchen area where needed from visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Keep the lids on tightly for all trash bins / dumpster outside the store after use
590.005/5-501.17-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks where needed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris being blown around from the wind
590.005/5-501.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post food safety certificate for the manager of the prepared foods section of the store
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly label all bulk food containers to properly identify the content including all clear plastic spray bottles
590.003/3-302.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove sponges from the three bay sink - do not use to clean utensils pots or pans [ only NON food contact surfaces ]
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up properly at the prepared foods section of the store as wse discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
61
Sep 11, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Pressure (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water tank broke repair
590.005/5-103.12-PF
90
Jul 31, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 26, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown.

How does Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?

Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Charlestown average of 93.

Has Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown 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 Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kikka @ Whole Foods Charlestown is inspected around three times per year on average.

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