Yellowbird Chicken
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2025
86
Score
Yellowbird Chicken has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surfaces”, showing up seven times.
Among West Roxbury restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the cooking equipment for grime build up.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the cutting boards on the cooking line.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line. Hood sticker id expired in Feb 2025. Please have hood cleaned.
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In place equipment will need to be cleaned.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Please bleach the cutting boards on the cooking line.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind equipment. Visibly soiled.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the hood filters on the cooking line and had the hood cleaned and a new sticker provided.
590.004/4-202.18-C
82
Apr 24, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the exterior of bulk food containers small and large. Exterior of the in place cooking equipment.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to provide sanitizer buckets for wiping cloths on cooking line.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the hood filters and also have the hood cleaned. Sticker expired in Feb 2024
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Apr 26, 2023
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of refrigeration equipment (cooking line and basement) will need to be cleaned of dry food and any water build up. PIC will need to clean sand and paint wire shelves inside refrigerators as discussed.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and behind cooking equipment will need to be washed. Visibly soiled with grime build up Floor in basement and stairs will need to be cleaned. Walls on cooking line and window ledge will need to be cleaned.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: POC will need to address any broken equipment and remove from location. This would help with any rodent issues.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to provide covers for foods in storage. Small reach in had multiple foods with out covers and rusty soiled shelves.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to patch any holes in the walls along stairs as discussed. As discussed paint peeling wall tiles around three bay sink. Replace or paint soiled ceiling tiles.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to be sure all refrigetors have a thermometer inside to monitor temperatures.
590.004/4-204.112-C
74
Oct 6, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidents of rodent droppings on stairs to basement and front window ledge as discussed. Clean to remove and work with pest control to correct.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean shelves on cooking line and back room area. Soiled Clean in place cooking equipment od carbon build up (stove and deep fry). Clean wire shelves and paint to seal rust.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean walls and ceiling and floor on cooking line backroom stairs to basement.
590.006/6-201.11-C
82
May 17, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: The surfaces throughout are soiled with grease buildup. Clean refrigerators cooking equipment counters and all surfaces to remove debris. The hood vent is due for a cleaning. Have the hood cleaned by a licensed company. (Pass)
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
May 3, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There are rodent droppings in the basement and the stairs. Clean all surfaces to remove feeding options plug up all holes and provide reports showing treatment for rodents.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no soap at the sink near the cooking line. Provide soap and clean fixtures.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: The surfaces throughout are soiled with grease buildup. Clean refrigerators cooking equipment counters and all surfaces to remove debris. The hood vent is due for a cleaning. Have the hood cleaned by a licensed company.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yellowbird Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yellowbird Chicken on file is from Apr 16, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yellowbird Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Yellowbird Chicken.
How does Yellowbird Chicken compare to other restaurants in West Roxbury?
Yellowbird Chicken most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the West Roxbury average of 88.
Has Yellowbird Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yellowbird Chicken have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Yellowbird 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 Yellowbird Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yellowbird Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.
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