Thaitation
Last inspected: Jul 28, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Thaitation eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 28, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Thaitation trails the local norm. 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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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer or thermal strips for testing final rinse temperature for high temp dish machine. Provide either strips or thermometer.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Glue trap in basement with dead mice. Discard. Provide current pest report.
590.006/6-501.112-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Sink in basement leaks. Repair as needed. Discard water regularly to avoid attracting pests.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and debris under 3 compartment sink and around grease trap. CLean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Food Protection Manager Certification and allergen expired. Provided new certifications or proof of registration for class.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
74
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: Dish machine not rinsing over 125F on irreversible thermometer 140F on digital display. Service machine as needed for rinse temp over 180F. Sanitize all dishes utensils and equipment in 3 compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Chemical spray bottle without name of chemical. Label all chemical bottles.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Grease trap under 3 compartment sink soiled. Clean to avoid attracting pests
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Old foam cooler used for holding garnishes. Disacrd foam and use a container that is durable cleanable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Cooked shrimp stored in water. Discontinue storing cooked shrimp in water- water can increase bacterial activity.
590.003/3-303.12-C
70
May 13, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Blade of can opener with soils. Clean to prevent contamiantion.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings in basement under shelves around hot water tank. Clean and monitor for activity. Provide latest pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Dish machine out of detergent. Corrected on site. Ensure dish machine has detergent at all times
590.004/4-204.117-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Certififaction expires this month. Provide proof of enrollment for renewal of certification
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and debris aroind grease trap. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Soils and debris in walk-in refrigerator. Clean to prevent contamanition
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
Feb 6, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Scheduled for 2/1
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jan 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer or thermal test strips for testing rinse temperature of dish machine. Provide either thermometer or strips.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide date for cleaning.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Cooked mussels and srimp stored in water. Discontinue storing cooked proteins in water. Water increases bacterial growth.
590.003/3-303.12-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Fly glue trap hanging from ceiling in kitchen with dead flies. Remove fly strip to prevent contamination.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings in basement under storage shelves. Clean and monitor for activity. Provide current pest report.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Stained ceiling tiles in kitcehn and service areas. Replace as needed
590.006/6-501.11-C
70
Jul 5, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exteriors of containers on shelving in the kitchen with encrusted soils- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple fly papers noted in the lower level with expired flies on them No evidence of live insect activity Consult pest control and use only products provided by the licensed pest control company for any future issues
590.006/6-501.112-C
90
Nov 29, 2022
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: Cooked tofu in lift top refrigeration at 49F. Per the PIC the proct was cooked less than an hour prior. Remove and placed on a pan in refrigeration at 38F. Products must be at 41F or below before placing out for service.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Can opener blades with heavy encrusted soils- Cean with proper frequency
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is partially cooking chicken to hold in refrigeration at cookline- Reviewed procedures with PIC to fully cook product or cook raw product to order Product removed and cooked to 178F
590.003/3-401.14-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board on lift top refrigeration heavily scored and soiled- Refinish/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Small hole noted at the bottom of the wall at the base of the stairs to the lower level- Make repairs
590.006/6-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils used for rice stored in stagnant water- Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
61
Apr 20, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employee cutting vegetables and touching product with no gloves- Reviewed and corrected
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Products placed in lift top refrigeration just prior to the inspection per the PIC at temperatures of 45F-47F. Refrigeration unit is at 50F. Unit temperature was turned down and closed. At the competion of the inspection the products were at 41F-42F
590.003/3-501.16-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of Ready to Eat Foods in refrigeration with no labeling- Production/discard dates- Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Large lift top refrigeration unit at cookline at 50F at the time of the inspection. While investigating the issue it was discovered that the unit temperature had been turned down. Temperature adjusted to cooler the unit was closed and at the end of the inspection the unit was within normal limits. Properly monitor refrigeration temperatures prior to use
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Partially cooked chicken in lift top refrigeration at cookline. Reviewed procedures with PIC. Product was partially cooked just prior to the inspection. Removed at this time and fully cooked to 170F
590.003/3-401.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Soiled knives in knife holder on wall- Removed and cleaned- Discontinue placing soiled knives in rack Interior panel of ice machine in lower level with spoils- Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple priority violations noted on the inspection report- Review procedures with all staff
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water- Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards at lift top refrigeration and in prep areas with heavy scoring and black buildup- Repair or replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thaitation last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thaitation on file is from Jul 28, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thaitation?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Thaitation.
How does Thaitation compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Thaitation most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Thaitation's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Thaitation have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Thaitation 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 Thaitation inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thaitation is inspected around two times per year on average.
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