Megumi of Japan

200 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, MA 02109

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Megumi of Japan has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “floors walls and ceilings utility lines” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Megumi of Japan is doing better than most peers. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed floor drain under the mop sink not draining properly/clogged resulting in water on the floor under the prep table..Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Feb 5, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed floor drain under the mop sink not draining properly/clogged resulting in water on the floor under the prep table..Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed floor drain under the enclosed mop sink repaired and covered with drain cover to prevent pest entry. Repair the big hole in the ceiling above the front counter.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Jan 8, 2026

Routine

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide test strip for the 3 bay sink sanitizer.

590.004/4-302.14-PF

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: No PIC present during the inspection.Provide

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide sanitizer for the 3 bay sink.

590.004/4-303.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink n the back blocked by empty bottles and soiled pans.Discontinue

590.005/5-205.11-PF

(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Noted grease build up behind the cooking equipment on the floor back wall.Clean with frequency

590.004/4-601.11-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed floor drain under the enclosed mop sink repaired and covered with drain cover to prevent pest entry. Reapir the big hole in the ceiling above the front counter. Repair the hole in the wall by the dough mixer.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Remove all unneessary cluter from the back of the bulk containers and elevate all products to 6 inches above the floor ffor east access for the exterminator

590.006/6-501.114-C

Dec 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Rat Droppings found near floor mixer and to left of 3 bay sink clean to remove

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Floor to right of flat top grill with grease build up on floor clean to remove

590.006/6-501.12-C

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: Grease build up and dripping on fan motor casing above back cooking area clean to remove 12-20-24: Have hood cleaning company come out to finish cleaning the motor casing area and were the clean out is on the large piping.

590.006/6-201.12-C

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Chicken stored in non - food grade bags store in food grade bags to prevent from contamination

590.003/3-305.11-C

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: Grease build up and dripping on fan motor casing above back cooking area clean to remove

590.006/6-201.12-C

May 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: Hood baffles with grease build up at front service area and back cooking line clean to remove on booth hoods front and back

590.006/6-201.12-C

Aug 21, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 14, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 12, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 8, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Megumi of Japan last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Megumi of Japan on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Megumi of Japan?

Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings utility lines” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Megumi of Japan.

How does Megumi of Japan compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Megumi of Japan most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Megumi of Japan's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Megumi of Japan have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Megumi of Japan 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 Megumi of Japan inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Megumi of Japan is inspected around three times per year on average.

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