Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block

348 Harrison Av, Roxbury, MA 02118
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block's latest score of 100 sits above the Roxbury average of 83. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory on packaged to go raw sushi product in grab and go case. Consumer advisory sticker available. PIC working to correct.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
90
Oct 22, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Employee items stored in dry storage area on top of product. Person in charge removed.
590.003/3-307.11-C
95
Jun 30, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 20, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Packaged sushi with raw salmon and tuna without consumer advisory labels. Discontinue selling prepared sushi without consumer advisory labels for raw fish. Ensure all grab and go sushi packages with raw fish have consumer advisory labels.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
90
Jul 7, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: Lab letter for rice pH expired yesterday. Confirm up to date lab test is being processed.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Retail sushi labels do not explicitly state that fish is raw. No consumer advisory on packages.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Steamed dumpling for retail sale covered with plastic wrap in cooler at 120F. Cool dumplings uncovered spread in single layer to ensure rapid cooling. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food and debris on floor under 3 bay cooler. Clean and maintain to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block.

How does Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block 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 Ink Block inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kikka @ Whole Foods Ink Block is inspected around two times per year on average.