Young Kong Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
67
Score
Young Kong Restaurant appears in inspection records 15 times, starting in 2022. On Feb 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
“Ventilation hood systems filters” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing nine times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Jamaica Plain restaurant, which scores around 83. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
15
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Old chicken box used to store dumpling wrappers. Discard chicken boxes. Do not use chicken boxes for storage.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink blocked with pot of water soaking noodles. Corrected on site. Keep hand sinks clear at all times.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of cooked chicken wings stored on floor to cool. Store food on shelves and tables not on the floor. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-305.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Rice scoop stored in 52F water. Store scoop clean and dry or stored in water over 135F.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
590.002/2-402.11-C
67
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: IPM report showed activity . PIC to provide detailed IPM from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.com
590.006/6-501.111-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Backdoor observed with small gap on both side .Potential entryway for pest/rodents/ Repair
590.006/6-202.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Grease build up observed behind fryolator and piping. Clean to remove (11.28.25) PIC is in contact with a professional grease cleaner since equipments are to heavy .
590.006/6-201.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent and attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil on top of pipping behind cookline. Repair
590.004/4-204.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 11.20.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
74
Nov 28, 2025
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 11.20.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent and attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil on top of pipping behind cookline. Repair
590.004/4-204.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Grease build up observed behind fryolator and piping. Clean to remove (11.28.25) PIC is in contact with a professional grease cleaner since equipments are to heavy .
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
590.006/6-201.15-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Backdoor observed with small gap on both side .Potential entryway for pest/rodents/ Repair
590.006/6-202.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: IPM report showed activity . PIC to provide detailed IPM from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.com
590.006/6-501.111-C
70
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
590.006/6-201.15-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under prepped sink observed leaking. Repair PIC to provide invoice after work order is complete
590.005/5-205.15-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent and attachments observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expire: 11.19.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Basement area observed heavily clutter (11.14.25) Clena to remove . Potential pest/rodent harborage
590.006/6-501.114-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: IPM report showed activity . PIC to provide detailed IPM from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.com
590.006/6-501.111-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Grease build up observed behind fryolator and piping. Clean to remove (11.14.25)
590.006/6-201.11-C
74
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Old mice droppings observed on the floor under shelvings. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.com
590.006/6-501.111-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under prepped sink observed leaking. Repair PIC to provide invoice after work order is complete
590.005/5-205.15-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent and attachments observed soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker expire: 11.19.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: 7 containers of prep foods stored in the refrigerator unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard before storing
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main cutting board observed heavily scored. Ressurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple chest freezer observed with heavy ice build up. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
82
Feb 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food prep the night before stored in the refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Provide date marking with made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Condiment containers at cook line and squeeze bottles observed without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
82
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimp stored above ready to eat food. Discontinue. (Corrected on site)
590.003/3-302.11-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quatity of containers of food prep the night before stored in the refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Provide date marking with made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Cook range observed soiled interior and exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed soiled exterior of storage bin observed soiled. Clean and sanitze to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed single use plastic containers being used to dispense ice. Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand. In use utensils observed stored in between equipments in stagnant water. Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food stored in the refrigeration unit observed without cover. Provide cover and maintain.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil on the backsplash and equipment. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard used as shelving liner. Discontinue.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous condiment containers at cook line and squeeze bottles observed without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
50
May 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing produce in prep sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
May 1, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed eggs stored over cut produce. Removed to store properly. Corrected by PIC
590.003/3-302.11-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food disposition (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food held for more than 24hours observed without date marking . Provide. Per PIC food was prep this morning and last night 4.30.24
590.003/3-501.18-P
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing produce in prep sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of house refrigeration observed soiled exterior of all bulk bins and bucket storage units observed soiled interior of chest freezer observed with heavy ice build up exterior of pork fried rice cooker observed soiled. Clean and sanitize .
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic containers used to scoop food from bulk . Discontinue and provide scoop with handle.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed stored in the refrigerator without cover. Provide and maintain. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored . Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple condiment containers and squeeze at cook line observed without lables. Provide lables.
590.003/3-302.12-C
47
Dec 18, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing raw foods directly beside ready to eat foods in the refrigeration units on the cooking line - chef will take portions of raw protiens and hover them over fresh cut produce when cooking - seperate and visibly segragatre to reduce cross contamination - contaminated foods discarded on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Do not purchase spices or any other foods from " Retail stores " wholesale facilities only as discussed
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Knives in the " clean " knife rack appear to have soils from previous use - clean and sanitize again as discussed - knives do have plastic covers [ available from your grinding company ] if staff are uncomfortable cleaning the knives inside the three bay sink
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity in the trash area located directly in the rear of the kitchen - address - drasin flies in the slop sink area - clean more often and after use
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - change the sanitizing solution when water is soiled and / or after 4 hours of use
590.003/3-304.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean kitchen floor - basement stairway and basement floors from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all exposed wooden shelving and wall surfaces where needed in the kitchen
590.006/6-201.16-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing light covers in the hood
590.006/6-202.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate off the floors after use at least six inches - including the in use mops
590.006/6-501.16-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all obnoxious odors and rusted areas
590.005/5-402.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after each use to reduce drain flies
590.005/5-203.13-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the drain boards are elevated so water will flow into the three bay sink instead of becoming stagnant under large plastic containers on the dran boards
590.004/4-204.119-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heaviliy soiled vents and soak them overnight as discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk food containers again to identify the contents properly
590.003/3-302.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean around all the trash barrewels from all loose trash and debris - remove all soda cases and milk crates
590.005/5-501.15-C
35
Nov 30, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Do not purchase spices or any other foods from " Retail stores " wholesale facilities only as discussed
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing raw foods directly beside ready to eat foods in the refrigeration units on the cooking line - chef will take portions of raw protiens and hover them over fresh cut produce when cooking - seperate and visibly segragatre to reduce cross contamination - contaminated foods discarded on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Knives in the " clean " knife rack appear to have soils from previous use - clean and sanitize again as discussed - knives do have plastic covers [ available from your grinding company ] if staff are uncomfortable cleaning the knives inside the three bay sink
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity in the trash area located directly in the rear of the kitchen - address - drasin flies in the slop sink area - clean more often and after use
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing light covers in the hood
590.006/6-202.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all exposed wooden shelving and wall surfaces where needed in the kitchen
590.006/6-201.16-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk food containers again to identify the contents properly
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - change the sanitizing solution when water is soiled and / or after 4 hours of use
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heaviliy soiled vents and soak them overnight as discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the drain boards are elevated so water will flow into the three bay sink instead of becoming stagnant under large plastic containers on the dran boards
590.004/4-204.119-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all obnoxious odors and rusted areas
590.005/5-402.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean after each use to reduce drain flies
590.005/5-203.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean kitchen floor - basement stairway and basement floors from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean around all the trash barrewels from all loose trash and debris - remove all soda cases and milk crates
590.005/5-501.15-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate off the floors after use at least six inches - including the in use mops
590.006/6-501.16-C
35
Mar 22, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above chopped ham in reach in unit at cooking line. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain raw foods stored seperately from ready to eat foods. Corrected on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken fingers and chicken wings stored @ 60F outside of refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink blocked with bowls and utensils. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand sink clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills in refrigerator near front handsink
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in stagnant water and metal bowls being used for bulk dispensing. Discontinue practice of storing utensils in stagnant water and provide handled scoopers or bulk containers
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled wiping cloths on countertops. Maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
590.003/3-304.14-C
55
Oct 31, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue partial cooking of raw chicken tenders m- cook to order or as discussed during insterview
590.003/3-401.14-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity is active in the rear backyard and by the delivery door to the kitchen - address
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
590.003/3-401.14-PF
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Repair / replace the rear screen door leading towards the back yard from the kitchen
590.006/6-201.17-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue keeping in use mops drying directly on the ground or kitchen floors - elevate after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Not setting up sanitizing stations properly - seperate raw foods from rady to eats foods -discontinue the use of the same buckets for both surfaces
590.003/3-304.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing hair restraints when preparing - cooking and washing as discussed
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered wooden spoons spatulas and wooden cutting boards compromised
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all food spills visible grease and grime in between and anywhere needed on in line cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins refrigeration / freezer units
590.004/4-202.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents above the char grill and fryolators from visible gtease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain outdoor trash receptacles free from food soils - ensure the lids can tightly fit when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Cleasn to remove all food spills stains and soils in the kitchen perimeter surfaces as discussed where needed
590.006/6-101.11-C
45
Jun 16, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs out at room temperature [ 80F ] for an unknown amount of time - discarded during inspection store at 41F and / or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: When cooling any foods cool in shallow food containers within the proper time frame as we discussed during inspection - take temperatures according throughout the cooling process to ensure proper cooling methods are being followed
590.003/3-501.14-P
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)
Inspector notes: Several foods including boneless and bone in chicken are being partially cooked and left out at room temperature - discontinue practices - either fully cook and hot hold properly or cook to order - maddress
590.003/3-401.14-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Repeat violations for proper cooking procedures - PIC needs to address proper final cooking temperatures as discussed during interview
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Other liquid wastes and rainwater (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove visible soils on the grease container located in the rear of the restaurant
590.005/5-403.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all glue doards that have dead insects and mice here needed
590.006/6-501.111-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all raw foods and ready to eat foods are clearly seperated and segragated during all areas of refrigeration storage
590.003/3-302.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Identify all hand sinks as discussed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all open boxes of snacks and exposed foods stored in the food service locations as discussed -
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors underneath and behind all cooking equipment on the cooking line from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all exterior trash receptacles clean from food spills stains and soils
590.005/5-501.116-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils
590.005/5-402.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents to remove all soils - hood sticker has expired - PIC stated that it is scheduled to be cleaned sometime next week
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior and exterior of all refrigeration / frfeezer units - all cooking equipment from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-202.16-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing in use mops directly on the kitchen floors to reduce potential contamination
590.006/6-501.16-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Identify all bulk food storage bins as discussed
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Young Kong Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Young Kong Restaurant on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Young Kong Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Young Kong Restaurant.
How does Young Kong Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Young Kong Restaurant most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Young Kong Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Young Kong Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Young Kong Restaurant 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 Young Kong Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Young Kong Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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