Suya Joint

1 Citywide St, Boston, MA 02128

African

Last inspected: Jun 10, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Suya Joint has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 10, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Across the inspection history, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 17, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 10.10.24.Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker (discussed with the PIC to provide an invoice and picture of the new sticker upon re-inspection.)

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jul 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 15, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired in 2023. Schedule cleaning appointment.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jul 6, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Handwashing sinks installation (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink water not working in truck after multiple attempts. Water must be working on truck. Temporary hand sink on truck set up for event. Do not vend until water on truck is fixed.

590.005/5-202.12-PF

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired in 2023. Schedule cleaning appointment.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jun 23, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Upon re-inspection Generator is not operational. PIC Stating that she has a repair appt on July 10 2023 The truck cannot be used until repairs are completed and a re-inspection conducted as discussed with ISD Health supervisor R.Murad

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: Generator not operating.Repair as needed

590.006/6-501.11-C

Jun 21, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Hot hold of Chicken @ 115f Steak hot held @ 110 ensure proper hot hold of 135f or above Instructed to reheat and not serve til i came back to temp the products : Reheated to 160f Chicken 175f Steak Ok.

590.003/3-501.16-P1

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: Generator not operating.Repair as needed

590.006/6-501.11-C

May 13, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

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(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

590.003/3-501.16-P1

Aug 6, 2022

Routine

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

View 5 violations

System maintained in good repair (p)

Inspector notes: Properly plumb the handwash & 3 bay sink into the trucks water tank. Dispensing process that was observed during the inspection will be reviewed at the ISD office photos taken.

590.005/5-205.15-P

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide Address/Phone number on both sides of the truck. (Name/address/phone number visible only on the rear door)

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)

Inspector notes: Unable to test the Handwash sink during the inspection.Owner stating generator was not charged. Handwash station water was observed using a 5 gallon water cooler jug with a hose to dispense water. It was explained to the owner that this method will be discussed with an ISD Supervisor. It was also discussed with the owner that the water dispensing should be properly plumbed into the trucks water tank.

590.005/5-203.11-PF

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 6.30.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker. Owner calling for appt during the inspection and will forward Email confirmation to the Health Division.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Elevate all storage on the truck at least 6 inches off the floor.

590.003/3-305.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Suya Joint last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Suya Joint on file is from Jun 10, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Suya Joint?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Suya Joint.

How does Suya Joint compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Suya Joint most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Suya Joint's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Suya Joint have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Suya Joint 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 Suya Joint inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Suya Joint is inspected around three times per year on average.

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