New York Shawarma Guys

83 Canal St, Boston, MA 02114

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at New York Shawarma Guys stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 31, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cleaning of plumbing fixtures”, showing up two times.

Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; New York Shawarma Guys is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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Assignment (pf)

Inspector notes: CFPM certification expired 8/25.Renew

590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Assignment (pf)

Inspector notes: CFPM certification expired 8/25.Renew

590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Noed unnecessary items next to the griil area on the floor.Clean and remove the clutter

590.006/6-501.12-C

Jul 30, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)

Inspector notes: Shelving under front service counter with debris and soils clean to remove

590.004/4-202.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink with soils and debris (looks like from the sink backing up from the building) clean to remove and repair

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: 1) Walls behind upstairs prep tables with heavy soils clean to remove 2) Hood baffles with grease build up and 2 missing clean to remove and replace missing baffles 3) Hood sticker expired in February of 2025 have cleaned by licensed hood company with BFD and supply new hood sticker

590.006/6-201.12-C

Feb 22, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 27, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Soils and food debris around interior of cold holding unit in front of grill. Clean to remove. Heavy food Soils and spills sitting on metal shelf holding the hot plate in prep area. Clean to remove Heavy soils on paper towel dispenser at handsink. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy soils build up on exterior and interior of handsink. Clean to remove.

590.006/6-501.18-C

Jan 17, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)

Inspector notes: Expired hood exp sticker 12/22. Provide updated inspection sticker

590.004/4-301.14-C

Jan 3, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Heavily soiled hand sink with food smudges and dust. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)

Inspector notes: Expired hood exp sticker 12/22. Provide updated inspection sticker

590.004/4-301.14-C

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

Inspector notes: Heavy soils on exterior of refrigeration units. Clean to remove Heavy soils on exterior of cooking equipment. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Sep 7, 2022

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and grease build up on toaster press machine. Clean to remove Heavy soils on exterior of bean grinder. Clean to remove Heavy food soils and food build up on rice cooker. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/22. Provide updated sticker or proof of scheduled appointment.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy soils on exterior of all refrigeration and freezer equipment. Clean to remove. Heavy soils and grease build up under cooking grill and rice cooker table on upper level. Food spills and debris on exterior of sugar bin and chick pea bin. Clean to remove

590.004/4-602.13-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was New York Shawarma Guys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New York Shawarma Guys on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New York Shawarma Guys?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning of plumbing fixtures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at New York Shawarma Guys.

How does New York Shawarma Guys compare to other restaurants in Boston?

New York Shawarma Guys most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has New York Shawarma Guys' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at New York Shawarma Guys have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at New York Shawarma Guys 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 New York Shawarma Guys inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, New York Shawarma Guys is inspected around two times per year on average.

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