Shanti Express
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Shanti Express, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 27, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Across the inspection history, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Among Roxbury restaurants, the typical score is 83; Shanti Express is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris on floors at cooking ranges. Clean with frequency to eliminate harborage on floors.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed metal containers stored on and above other food items inside top reach in unit. Discontinue and ensure all foods are stored seperately to prevent contamination
590.003/3-305.11-C
90
Apr 18, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy spills on cooking ranges. Clean to remove all spills / sauces from cooking ranges to prevent harborage
590.004/4-601.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bowls used for bulk dispensing. Provide handled scoopers for all bulk dispensing
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple refrigerated units with soils or food spills. Clean to remove all soils / spills from refrigerated units @ cook line and in rear storage area
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Dec 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items exposed to water damage & loss of power from the resulting fire on the 3rd floor. Contact ISD Health to discuss a food condemnation with a supervisor.
590.003/3-701.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Fire in the 3rd floor apartments above the location Food items affected smoke odors present & water coming through the ceiling resulting in damage throughout. Power was shut off by BFD Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast notified. Voluntary closure issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect using a professional licensed restoration company provide all documentation be re-inspected by building electrical & health for approval to re-open
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all standing water Clean/sanitize/disinfect the location throughout(fire in above 3rd floor apartment )
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables wares ect... Provide all cleaning documents be re-inspected for approval to re-open.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Water damage observed on many ceiling tiles.Replace as needed.
590.006/6-101.11-C
67
Nov 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed spills in first reach in unit. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed large bulk containers without labels. Provide label of common food item stored inside. Corrected on site
590.003/3-302.12-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed trash cans overflowing preventing lid to be tight fitting. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure trash lids are closed and tight fitting. Corrected on site
590.005/5-501.113-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed lamb stored in water for thawing. Discussed with PIC to ensure the proper thawing procedures of refrigeration or under cool running water is taken place.
590.003/3-501.13-C
78
Jul 20, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
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Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed low temp machine testing 0ppm. Discussed with PIC to utilize 3 bay compartment sink until repairs are completed.
590.004/4-204.117-PF
90
Mar 14, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
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(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills on individual cooking ranges and fryolaters. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak underneath "rinse" bay @ 3 compartment sink. Contact a licensed plumber for repairs and provide a detailed plumbers report.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills and spices on floors in kitchen and dry storage room. Clean with frequency to remove all spills / soils
590.006/6-501.12-C
86
Nov 21, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat food in the walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to remove and store raw eggs seperately from ready to eat foods. Corrected on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills in first reach in unit behind cooking range and soils on exterior of large oven. Clean to remove all soils Observed countertops with food spills. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wiping cloths stored on tables throughout establishment. Discussed with PIC to maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
590.003/3-304.14-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Repair paper towel dispenser in the bathroom and ensure papertowels are provided
590.004/4-501.11-C
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shanti Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shanti Express on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shanti Express?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shanti Express.
How does Shanti Express compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Shanti Express most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Shanti Express' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shanti Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shanti Express 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 Shanti Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shanti Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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