Punjab Palace
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025
86
Score
Across the available record, Punjab Palace has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 9, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood contact surfaces”, which has been cited four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Allston restaurant scores 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: On shelving cables and lining the interior of refrigerators the location is covering nonfood contact surfaces in aluminum foil; cease use of aluminum foil; nonfood contact surfaces should be cleanable durable and nonporous.
590.004/4-202.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In multiple containers in the kitchen and in the walkin refrigerator observed bowls and togo containers used as scoops; cease usage of scoops without handles; provide food-grade scoops with handles to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: At the women's restroom provide a covered waste receptacle.
590.005/5-501.17-C
86
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled aluminum foil lining shelf in warewashing area. Discard foil.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers observed without hats. Corrected on site.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Rear window open without screen. Corrected on site
590.006/6-202.15-C
86
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Products being left in ambient temperatures for reheating to serve at 51F Garlic/oil and cut vegetables on counters Reviewed procedures with the PIC and products were placed back in refrigeration
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on inspection report- Review with staff
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of roach activity in the establishment- Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temperature dishwasher with a rinse temperature below 180F An irreversible thermometer verified the rinse temperature was at 166F (146F on thermometer) Discontinue use of machine for warewashing of equipment Quats sanitizer at the 3 bay sink at 300ppm Disposible tableware shall be used unil proper repairs are made
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous partially used prepared RTE foods in refrigeration with no labeling- Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All employees in kitchen without hair restraints- Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy dust buildup at ceiling vents in kitchen- Clean
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Nov 30, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice Machine interior soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed tomato sauce 166F and onion gravy 146F placed in plastic containers for cooling. Discontinue use of plastic containers use metal containers.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of some bulk food containers soiled. Counter for storage of onions soiled.--- Clean all properly
590.004/4-602.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic cup used to dispense food items. Use handled utensils/scoops.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Some food containers without labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Oberved lentils stored in open bags tied up. Store in enclosed commercial grade containers.
590.003/3-305.11-C
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Nov 18, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Pest issues were observed during the inspection. Manager on site must monitor daily conditions report & address any issues. Re-train staff to also report issues & clean/sanitize as needed
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior white panel of the ice machine to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There were live (and dead) roaches observed during the inspection. The owner was instructed to contact the pest control company to provide immediate service and forward all reports to ISDHealth@boston.gov for review Clean/sanitize all affected locations A 48 hour notice was issued for compliance
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Eleavate all storage off the ground at least 6 inches. Provide covers /wrapping for all stored items
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors(kitchen/basement) to remove evidence of roach activity debris & soils
590.006/6-501.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees observed missing hair restraints.Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: The exteriors of the large chest freezers observed soiled with food debris & spills. Clean to remove soils Kitchen: Roach activity observed on the shelving that stores the take out containers Remove/discard the containers Clean & sanitize the affected location. Kitchen: Clean the door runner at the true upright beer unit to remove soils/food debris
590.004/4-601.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Repair/regrout tiles around the basement mop sink to seal cracks & gaps.
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Oct 3, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observerved employee touching flat bread with bare hands. Discontinue use gloved hands. PIC discarded the affected flat bread.
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed several items ( sliced mushrooms chopped parsley Panir cheese garlic and oil mixture) placed in ambient temperature on the counter. They registered 48F-55F and PIC stated they had been out for 1 hour. He moved them to the refrigerating unit . Mantain all at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several products prepared 24 hours or more without date marking (walk-in unit). Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink used to store soiled utensils. Discontinue use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cloth used for naan bread soiled. Change properly every day.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Allergen Awarness Certificate expired. Provide a current one.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes with take-out containers stored on the floor. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Some bulk food items without labels. provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic cups without handles used to dispense some of the prepared foods. Discontinue use handled utensils only.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Bags with rice stored on the floor near the stairs. Store elevated 6 inches or above.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under onion counter on lower level soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of some bulk food containers soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jun 9, 2022
Routine
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed lentil soup (176F) placed at room temperature in a large plastic container. No ice wand available at this time. Ensure that proper cooling methods and time temperature parameters are used . PIC will remove it to a smaller metal container.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed knifes being stored soiled in knife box. Clean and sanitize before storing away.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at lower level blocked with large amount of boxes and crates in front. Remove and keep accessible all the time.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed roaches in the glue traps at prep area. Provide an IPM report from a Licensed Exterminator. Replace glue traps.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge it does not appear to move at high temp dish machine although the machine reaches above 160F with interior thermometer. Repair.
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed several meat packages thawing in stagnat water. Thaw properly.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Some ot the storage counters at three bay sink soiled. Clean properly. Storage Counters at lower level soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Several boxes with single use articles stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic containers used to dispense food items. Use handled utensils only.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Grease containers outside very soiled. Clean properly or remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level near storage area very soiled . Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Part of the hood vent with large grease build up. Clean to remove it.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Plastic containers for bulk food units missing lids at lower level. Provide. Several food items placed on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Punjab Palace last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Punjab Palace on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Punjab Palace?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Punjab Palace.
How does Punjab Palace compare to other restaurants in Allston?
Punjab Palace most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Allston average of 80.
Has Punjab Palace's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Punjab Palace have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Punjab Palace 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 Punjab Palace inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Punjab Palace is inspected around two times per year on average.
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