Madras Dosa Co
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
52
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Madras Dosa Co, the earliest from 2022. On Feb 19, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “cleaning of plumbing fixtures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Madras Dosa Co's latest score of 52 falls below the Boston average of 86. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed rice stored on rolling cart @ 50F and yellow marsala stored in reach in unit @ 47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Restriction-presence and use (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed household RAID spray in warewashing area. Remove and contact pest control for services to eliminate activity
590.007/7-202.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer setup while operating. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is properly setup for establishment prior to opening
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored on knife rack @ sauce station; soils / spills inside sliding 3 door vegetable refrigerated unit and upright single door unit. Clean to remove all soils and spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide internal thermometers in all refrigrated units
590.004/4-204.112-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in trash hallway and uncovered. Discussed with PIC to maintain food inside establishment and properly covered to prevent contamination
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk containers and squeeze bottles throughout cooking / service line with the common name of food item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide handled scoopers for all bulk containers for dispensing and remove utensils from stagnant water. Maintain utensils clean / dry and sanitized
590.003/3-304.12-C
52
Oct 10, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bottles on the cookline without proper labeling. Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed handsinks with heavy soils. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
90
May 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Noted Onion salad Mix in the front counter refrigerator at 54F prepared half hour ago. Discontinue and chill the product below 41F before service Noted pani puri preped this morning at 10.30Am @61F. Discontinue the chill the product below 41F before serving.
590.003/3-501.16-P
86
May 16, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Clean condition-hands and arms (p)
Inspector notes: Noted no papaer towel at the front hand sink. Provide COS by the PIC
590.002/2-301.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Noted Onion salad Mix in the front counter refrigerator at 61F prepared half hour ago. Discontinue and chill the product below 41F before service
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted cold holding unit at the front counter at 67F. Repair
590.004/4-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide allergen certificate.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the employee restroom blocked by a bicycle. Remove
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Noted condensation pipe from the AC unit in the middle 3 bay sink. Discontinue
590.003/3-307.11-C
52
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Observed indivually wrapped grape leaves obtained from a private individual per pic. PIC discarded voluntarily. Advised to not purchase products from a private individual. Discontinue this service. PIC poured bleach on the product.
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed juic bottles and packaged gulab stored in the grab and go case without proper labeling. Provide at all times per approved guidelines. Be advised this is a repeat violation which can lead to a adminstrative hearing if violated again. Retrain all staff on requirements and review material provided to educate effectively.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple handsinks with food soils and dirt build up. Clean to remove all soils.
590.006/6-501.18-C
74
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed bottled juices and packaged gulab jamun stored in the grab and go case without proper labeling. Provide at all times.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing test strips for 3 compartment sink. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and grime build up observed on the handsink fixtures. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and debris observed inside of the refrigeration unit. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bowls and cups inside of buld storage bins utilized for scooping purposes. Provide proper utensils with handels and store handle up. Discontinue utilizing bowls.
590.003/3-304.12-C
70
Apr 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs observed stored above ready to eat items.Discontinue Maintain proper storage of raw & ready to eat items with proper separation(discussed with PIC)
590.003/3-302.11-P
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide Quats test kit on site. (Test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Item observed stored in the original can.Discontinue Provide food grade containers for storage after opening. Items being prepped & stored directly on the floor.Discontinue. Elevate items at least 6 inches off the floor during storage & prep
590.003/3-305.11-C
67
Sep 12, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: One kitchen handsink leaks and sprays water when turned on the other with low pressure. Make all necessary repairs. Food prep sink inoperable. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Aug 29, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Employees not washing hands with proper frequency. retrain staff.
590.002/2-301.12-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: One kitchen handsink leaks and sprays water when turned on the other with low pressure. Make all necessary repairs. Food prep sink inoperable. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Bus buckets with lids and prepared foods inside in cooler. Date mark.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters at the proper concentration and temperature.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink in restroom obstructed with cases of water and employee belongings. Remove.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Chicken thawing in standing water. COS.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths in use. Store properly.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Employee possesions strewn about restroom. Provide lockers or other means to store personal belongings in an organized manner.
590.006/6-501.110-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean restroom remove cases of water and items.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Some food employees without hair & beard restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
39
Sep 16, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw beef stored above cooked vegetables in reach in cooler. COS.
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prepared foods in reach in coolers not date labeled. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No V&D kit on site. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Windex bottle being used to store food contact surface sanitizer. Store in dedicated properly labeled containers.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Flies apparent in dining and kitchen areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report for treatment of flies upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of single use items and to go containers stored in bathroom some stacked on top of toilet. Remove. Store items in protected areas.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean restroom of visible soils.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food workers without hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Walls in several areas with spatters and food debri buildup observed on floors under equipment. Clean all surfaces of visible soils throughout kitchen area.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mop bucket with dirty water stored near soaking lentils. Remove.
590.006/6-501.113-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of lentils and rice soaking on floor. Elevate by 6". Store in protected areas.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label bus buckets storing food in glass reach in coolers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Madras Dosa Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Madras Dosa Co on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Madras Dosa Co?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning of plumbing fixtures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Madras Dosa Co.
How does Madras Dosa Co compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Madras Dosa Co most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Madras Dosa Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Madras Dosa Co have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Madras Dosa Co means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Madras Dosa Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Madras Dosa Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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