Uni
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
64
Score
Uni has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 9, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Uni's latest score of 64 falls below the Boston average of 86. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a) consumer self-service operations (p)
Inspector notes: Observed bagels muffins and pastry's on the buffet table with no protection or covering. PIC was able to provide receipt of new display case.
590.003/3-306.13-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed milk yogurt and fruit not being stored in proper food service grade containers. Please provide food service grade containers that are approved to hold food items under 41F or below without mechanical refrigeration. Please email over the specs on this equipment.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine. Please use the 3 bay sink until this has been repaired. PIC stated that the technician was on his way to repair high temp dishmachine. PIC will send photos/video and invoice after the repair.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm PIC stated that the technician will be repairing this today. Will send photo.
590.006/6-501.11-C
64
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed milk yogurt and fruit not being stored in proper food service grade containers. Please provide food service grade containers that are approved to hold food items under 41F or below without mechanical refrigeration. Please email over the specs on this equipment.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) consumer self-service operations (p)
Inspector notes: Observed bagels muffins and pastry's on the buffet table with no protection or covering. PIC was able to provide receipt of new display case.
590.003/3-306.13-P
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine. Please use the 3 bay sink until this has been repaired. PIC stated that the technician was on his way to repair high temp dishmachine. PIC will send photos/video and invoice after the repair.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a lot of items being stored in the trash area. PIC stated they were having the HVAC system repaired. Remove any unnessary items clean and organize the outdoor trash area.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled walls in the warewash area. Remove posters and clean walls to remove soil. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm PIC stated that the technician will be repairing this today. Will send photo.
590.006/6-501.11-C
58
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dishmachine reading 150F (W) 154F (R). Ran the machine a few times and used the irreversible thermometer. Repair dishmachine.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled walls in the warewash area. Remove posters and clean walls to remove soil. Observed soil and debris on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a lot of items being stored in the trash area. PIC stated they were having the HVAC system repaired. Remove any unnessary items clean and organize the outdoor trash area.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed broken tiles on the wall in the warewash area. Ensure walls are smooth durable and cleanable. Repair tiles. Observed the sanitizer pump at the 3 bay sink is not hooked up and needs repair. Observed a bottle of sanitizer. 3bay 200ppm
590.006/6-501.11-C
78
Nov 21, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Variance requirement (pf)
Inspector notes: Acidified chilis at 75F at sushi bar. Voluntarily discarded. This item is not on HACCP plan or included in variance. Apply for variance or discontinue. PIC voluntarily discarded.
590.003/3-502.11-PF
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: Rice log not up to date upon inspection. Retrain staff.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Commercially ROP packaged fish thawing in wrapper. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Missing drop tiles in basement prep missing wall tile on wall at wait station broken tile to right of cookline first floor kitchen window black flaking off onto equipment storage in first floor kitchen Clean and resurface/Replace.
590.006/6-101.11-C
74
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors of the light shields to remove stains & debris.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing ceiling tiles above the walk in unit.
590.006/6-101.11-C
90
Oct 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Provide an air gap at the 3 bay prep sink.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live roaches observed at the entrance to the storage room.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: High temp rinse guage reading 122-125F.Repair Maintain rinse temp 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Disk reading in compliance Wash temp 154F Alternate machines available
590.004/4-501.11-C
74
Nov 2, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Shell stock tags not stored in chronological order or date marked with last sold/served. Maintain shellstock tags in chronological order for 90 days with datemarking of last served/sold.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is producing Sorbet. Provide a frozen dessert and manufacturing license on the Health permit. Provide recipes & machine specifications to the Health department fo review. Provide lab testing monthly Above items will be discussed at the ISD Health office Manager will be notified if further action is needed.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Center Handwash station fixture(cold) observed leaking.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: High temp dish machine rinse guage not operating properly.Repair Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions Temp disk reading 167F OK to use machine Repair LED guage
590.004/4-502.11-C
74
Oct 24, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: Letter of guarantee has expired.provide an updated letter.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dish machine rinse temp reading 103F.Repair Disk reading 113F Maintain rinse 180-194F or per manufactures instructions. Alternate machine available for use .3 bay sink also. Wash temp 150F
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Drawer handle observed broken-9 drawer unit at the cook line.Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Uni last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Uni on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Uni?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Uni.
How does Uni compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Uni most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Uni's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Uni have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Uni 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 Uni inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Uni is inspected around two times per year on average.
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