Peka

300 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Peka stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “shell stock maintaining identification” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Brighton restaurant, which scores around 88. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)

Inspector notes: Shellfish tags not dated for last piece sold. Ensure staff are dating tags for last sold.

590.003/3-203.12-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Shelf and table in kitchen covered with aluminum foil. Discard foil and discontinue covering work surfaces. Use materials that are durable and cleanable.

590.004/4-101.19-C

Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

Inspector notes: Walk-in refrigerator condenser leaking water. All food removed from under leak. Service condenser as needed. Keep floor clean and dry.

590.003/3-307.11-C

Toilet room receptacle covered (c)

Inspector notes: No cover for trash in employee bathroom. Provide covered trash bin.

590.005/5-501.17-C

Feb 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)

Inspector notes: Kitchen dish machine not testing for chlorine sanitizer. Sanitize all dishes and equipment in 3 compartment sink until dish machine has been serviced and is sanitizing correctly.

590.004/4-501.114-P

Common name-working containers (pf)

Inspector notes: Chemical spray bottles without labels. Label all chemicals to prevent contamination.

590.007/7-102.11-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Pink and black substance on chute of ice machine. Clean and sanitize.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)

Inspector notes: Shell fish tags not stored with clams and mussels. Store tags with shellfish until last piece sold then date tag and hold for 90 days.

590.003/3-203.12-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Mouse droppings in basement ion shelf and behind door of equipment room. Clean and monitor for activity. Pest report indicates no activity.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

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

Inspector notes: Broken floor tile under fryer. Repair so that floor is smooth and cleanable.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cardboard and aluminum foil covering shelves. Discard and discontinue using cardboard and foil. Use materials that are durable and non-absorbent.

590.004/4-101.19-C

Mar 12, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Missing test strips for dishmachine. Provide

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: In house and Online menu is missing the Reminder related to the consumer advisory printed. Advised pic to properly identify any menu items that are offered raw or undercooked.

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed on exterior of the flour and rice storage bins. Clean to remove Heavy food debris and dirt on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove

590.004/4-202.16-C

Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)

Inspector notes: Observed Heavy black mold build up on the back wall at warewashing area. Remove and clean properly.

590.006/6-201.16-C

Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy debris and broken glass throughout the basement storage area. Clean to remove

590.005/5-501.115-C

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

Inspector notes: Heavy grease and food soils on the exterior of all refrigeration and freezer equipment. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks observed with heavy soils and grease build up. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Peka last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Peka on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Peka?

Across the inspection record, “shell stock maintaining identification” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Peka.

How does Peka compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Peka most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Peka's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Peka have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Peka means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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