Underdog Hot Chicken
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Underdog Hot Chicken five times, with records going back to 2022. On Dec 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “controlling pests”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average for Allston sits at 80, putting Underdog Hot Chicken on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled cardboard lining shelf in kitchen. Shelving made of exposed wood. Remove cardboard and seal wooden shelving to make in cleanable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
95
May 31, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: The owner is the CFPM that is posted at the establishment but per the employees present at the time of the inspection he is only at the location 2 days a week- Provide an additional CFPM at the location
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings and activity noted in the back storage area and behind the cookline- Last report available on site is from March 2024- Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees in food preparation areas with hair restraints- Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors behind cookline and areas in back storage
590.004/4-602.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Gaskets on upright 2 door refrigeration at the entrance to the back prep area aredamaged- Replace Refrigerayion unit was at 40F at the time of the inspection
590.004/4-501.11-C
70
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Hot Holding Lambs- Chicken Wings 101F Chicken Tenders 98F French Fries 93F. PIC stated they have been out less than 1 hour and place them for immediate re-heating (deep frying) at above 165F. Mantain all TCFs at 135F or above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed large amount of droppings near bulk food storage area. Provide an IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at prep area without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Retrain staff with regard to proper hot holding and pest activity monitoring.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes with food items stored on the floor in side the walk-in unit. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at prep area with cold water faucet out of order. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single use take-out container stored on the floor at the storage area. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Grease container at the rear exterior soiled . Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under the storage shelves soiled. Clean proeprly.
590.006/6-501.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: The current certified employee works no longer at the establishment. Provide 1 full- time employee or two part- time with a CFPM certificate and an Allergen Awarness Certificate (under the same name).
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
47
May 12, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed fried chicken previously refrigerated placed under heating lamps and registering 61F. PIC stated it had been there for less than 1 hour and placed it for immediate re-cooking (deep-frying). Mantain all TCS foods at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test kit for QUATs sanitizing solution used for wiping cloths. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink used to store soiled utensils. Discontinue use for hand washing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large amount of droppings observed at storage area. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator. Clean the floors.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Retrain staff with regard to proper cold holding and proper usage of handsinks.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed container with raw chicken placed above produce. Separate properly. Observed open bag of rice at storage area. Place all bulk food items in enclosed commercial grade containers.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floors under warewashing areas and under shelves at storage area soiled. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of walk-in unit soiled. Clean properly. Shelves at walk-in unit rusted. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Some bulk food containers without labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Underdog Hot Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Underdog Hot Chicken on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Underdog Hot Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Underdog Hot Chicken.
How does Underdog Hot Chicken compare to other restaurants in Allston?
Underdog Hot Chicken most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Allston average of 80.
Has Underdog Hot Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Underdog Hot Chicken have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Underdog Hot Chicken 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 Underdog Hot Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Underdog Hot Chicken is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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