Pin Ming Bubble Tea
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Pin Ming Bubble Tea stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Pin Ming Bubble Tea is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors behind the counter to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace the soiled glue traps from the storage room.
590.006/6-501.112-C
90
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Remove the cans of paint from the window storage.
590.007/7-201.11-P
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the ceiling fan in the rest room to remove dust build up.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Single-service and single-use articles-use limitations (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the milk crates used from the boba tea counter.Provide proper storage shelving.
590.004/4-502.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: There are no posted certified food manager & Allergen awareness certificates.Provide current certificates from a full time employee.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout to remove soils/debris & sticky residue.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the outside trash alley to remove trash & debris Maintain clean & organized.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the exteriors of the bulk storage bins to remove soils & sticky residue. Clean the interiors/exteriors of the reachin units to remove soils Clean the counters & shelving toi remove soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
64
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Excess standing water and debris in alley way. Clean to remove all soils in shared trash area.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excess trash and debris from alley way. Clean to remove all debris from alley way.
590.006/6-501.114-C
90
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for chlorine sanitizer at location. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Bathroom hand sink observed blocked by boxes. Ensure hand sinks are avaiable for use at all hours.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Damaged section of ceiling has been cut out due to water damage. Repair as necessary.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Cove tiles on the exterior of building near the front door are damaged. Repair to prevent potential pests.
590.006/6-201.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled food and beverage build up under coffee station. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Pink build up observed inside the interior of ice machine. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excess trash and debris in alley way. Grease build up on walls of alley and fire escape stairs. Clean to remove all debris and build up. Remove all excess trash.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Trash cans for Pin Ming are soiled. Clean to remove all soils.
590.005/5-501.13-C
82
Jun 14, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outdoor enclosure (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all trash containers in alley way.
590.005/5-501.12-C
95
May 31, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outdoor enclosure (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all trash containers in alley way.
590.005/5-501.12-C
95
May 17, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all excess items that are not being used in alleyway. Ensure all trash is kept inside trash cans.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Outdoor enclosure (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all trash containers in alley way.
590.005/5-501.12-C
90
Feb 12, 2024
Routine
3 major violations.
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Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple spray bottles observed without labels. Person in charge corrected.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Damp towel observed in hand sink. Person in charge removed.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice machine observed with pink soils in the interior. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
74
Aug 29, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
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In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Drink spoons held in 70F water. Store utensils in water over 135F or clean and dry.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges at warewashing sink. Discard sponges and discontinue using sponges to wash food contact surfaces. Sponges can harbor pathogens
590.004/4-101.16-C
90
Mar 20, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Refrigerator not holding dairy and jellies at 41F or below. Milk cram and jellies holding at 60F. Discarde by PIC. Discontinue holding perishable dairy until unit is operating correctly.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No permit for scooping ice cream. Contact isdhealth@boston.gov to arrange addition and payment of Frozen Dessert permit for #149591
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Only one cooler on premises for cold holding not operating. Discontinue offering beverages that contain ingredients requiring refrigeration until unit is operating correctly below 41F.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution to prevent contamination
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of cooler with spills and soils. Clean and maintain. Floor under tea station with debris and soils. Clean and maintain
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of tea stored in ice machine. No food can be stored in ice machine. Discontinue holding foods in ice machine to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-305.12-C
61
Sep 15, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior chute of ice machine with pink mold-like substance. Clean to prevent possible contamination.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at service entrance out of paper towels. Hand sink at warewashing with towels. Ensure hand sinks have towels and soap at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of refrigerator soiled. Clean inside doors handles and sides of unit. Shelf and floor under tea table with spills and debris. Clean and maintain.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping towels stored on counter. Store wiping towels in sanitizer solution to prevent cross contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pin Ming Bubble Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pin Ming Bubble Tea on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pin Ming Bubble Tea?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pin Ming Bubble Tea.
How does Pin Ming Bubble Tea compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Pin Ming Bubble Tea most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Pin Ming Bubble Tea's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pin Ming Bubble Tea have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pin Ming Bubble Tea 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 Pin Ming Bubble Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pin Ming Bubble Tea is inspected around three times per year on average.
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