Loyal Nine

17 Union St, Boston, MA 02108
American
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2024
64
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show six inspections at Loyal Nine stretching back to 2023. Loyal Nine was last inspected on Apr 16, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Loyal Nine's record stops at Apr 16, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Loyal Nine trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory on the menu is incomplete - make necessary corrections on all menu items offered under cooked
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site - no chef nor knowledgeable staff available to answer food safety questions -0 ensure there is always at least one PIC who is knowledgeable in food safety on site during hours of operation
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is a trash receptacle in both men 's and women's restroom
590.005/5-501.17-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after each use - replace the front barrier after use as well
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the holes on the men's room walls where needed - maintain sink and faucets clean throughout the day
590.006/6-501.18-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the remaining holes in the kitchen ceiling where needed
590.006/6-201.16-C
64
Apr 9, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory on the menu is incomplete - make necessary corrections on all menu items offered under cooked
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site - no chef nor knowledgeable staff available to answer food safety questions -0 ensure there is always at least one PIC who is knowledgeable in food safety on site during hours of operation
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the holes on the men's room walls where needed - maintain sink and faucets clean throughout the day
590.006/6-501.18-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after each use - replace the front barrier after use as well
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is a trash receptacle in both men 's and women's restroom
590.005/5-501.17-C
67
Feb 14, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: cooked lobster and cooke macaroni @ 48f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: 2 door flip top @ 50f repair to read 41f or below
590.004/4-301.11-PF
78
May 4, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Loyal Nine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Loyal Nine on file is from Apr 16, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Loyal Nine?

Across the inspection record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Loyal Nine.

How does Loyal Nine compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Loyal Nine most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Loyal Nine's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Loyal Nine have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Loyal Nine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.