Seoul Jangteo
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
55
Score
Seoul Jangteo has been inspected six times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 8, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around six violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to other Allston restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Conformance with approved procedures (p)
Inspector notes: Establishment is not properly following approved procedures for Kimchi Large buckets of cabbage is noted on shelving in the lower level in ambient temperatures and per the PIC the product is held there until ready. Product was voluntarily discarded and denatured at the time of the inspection Establishment shall follow approved procedures for the further production of kimchi at the location
590.008/8-103.12-P
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employees in lower level and in kitchen handling products with bare hands- Corrected on site
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large rodent droppings and live cockroaches noted during the inspection Pest control reports indicate no activity at the the location Review inspection report with the licensed pest control company and provide an updated detailed pest control report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted at the time of the inspection Review procedures with staff
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy odors noted in the areas of grease traps atthe location Ensure the grease traps are cleaned with proper frequency and that gaskets are in good repair to limit odors
590.005/5-205.15-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple employees in preparation areas working with no hair restraints- Corrected on site
590.002/2-402.11-C
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Oct 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs stored above sauces in basement refrigerator. Store raw animal products below ready to eat food and produce.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Chemical spray bottles in kitchen without labels. Label all chemicals to rpevent contamination.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead mouse in trap in basement. Discard.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: food handler staff without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handler staff.
590.002/2-402.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Wash bay of 3 compartment sink leaks. Repair to avoid accumulating water and attracting pests.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rat droppings in basement and kitchen. Clean and monitor for activity. Reviewed pest report. Consult pest control for plan to eliminare rats.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Daylight visible under back door. Intall door sweep as needed to prevent pests from entering kitchen.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors under cooking equipment and dish machine with soils and debris. Debris and soils in old walk-in refrigerator in basement. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jul 13, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster not covered and slightly overfilled. Enclose properly.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Outside storage prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Loose debris aound dumpster on the rear. Clean properly.
590.005/5-501.112-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Grease container soiled with grease at the top and side. Dumpster soiled and odorous. Clean both properly.
590.005/5-501.116-C
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Apr 28, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent like droppings and cockroach in glue trap observed at lower level. Provide a full IPM report from a licensed pest control company.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Slicer at the lower level with dried up food debris. Clean and sanitize properly.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Floor throughout lower level soiled.---- Clean all properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Significant gap under rear door. Cover properly to avoid possible pest entrance to the establishment.
590.006/6-202.15-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic cups used to dispense bulk food items. Use handled utensils only.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bulk food items stored in food container without properly tight lids. Provide properly enclosed commercial grade containers. Several packaged food items stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves at lower level soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster at the rear with very soiled exterior. Clean to remove.
590.005/5-501.110-C
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Jan 27, 2023
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Grease container on the rear very soiled . Clean proeprly.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Eggs and raw meat placed above or very next to scallion and other veggetables at the walk-in unit and serving line refrigerating unit. Separate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily scored and stained. Resurface and clean properly.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior and bottom of several refrigerating units 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: Boxes with single-use articles stored on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Outside storage prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster on the rear over filled with cardboard lid not closed. Store properly enclosed.
590.005/5-501.112-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Large pile of cardboard in the lower level. Store properly .
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around cooling line soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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May 25, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Protection from unapproved additives (p)
Inspector notes: Bean sprouts (one bawl) near dish machine under water from ceiling leak. PIC voluntary discarded them. Ensure food is not contaminated by unknown liquids/soiled water.
590.003/3-302.14-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Slow leak from the ceiling onto warewashing area. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Toilet tissue availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Toilet door at lower level without self-closing door. Provide.
590.006/6-302.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hose discharged at hand sink in lower level. Remove and install properly.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: Monitor pest activity and esure the cleanliness is mantained properly.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches in lower level. Observed rodent-like droppings at lower level. Provide an IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Area around trash barrels and grease containers with loose trash. Clean properly.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent with large amount of grease build up. clean properly.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items stored on the floor at lower level and inside walk-in unit. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counters. store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of equipmet at cooking line soiled. Interior and exterior of several refrigerating unit on both levels soiled. Exterior of bulk food containers soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around dish machine and lower level soiled. Stairs to the lower level soiled. Clean all properly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Seoul Jangteo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Seoul Jangteo on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Seoul Jangteo?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Seoul Jangteo.
How does Seoul Jangteo compare to other restaurants in Allston?
Seoul Jangteo most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Allston average of 80.
Has Seoul Jangteo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Seoul Jangteo have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Seoul Jangteo means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Seoul Jangteo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Seoul Jangteo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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