BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Legal Sea Foods in an inspection dated 04/12/2023.
Located at 300 BOYLSTON ST in the Back Bay area, the establishment serves the local community. The Back Bay neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation related to food equipment. Inspectors documented: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C). Malfunctioning refrigeration equipment can allow foods to enter the danger zone.
The second violation concerned food equipment. Inspectors documented: (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf). Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices.
The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The fourth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.
The fifth violation related to food equipment. Inspectors documented: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C). Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices.
The sixth violation involved equipment operation. Inspectors documented: (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf). Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.
The seventh violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Capacity-Quantity and Availability (Pf). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The eighth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/12/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Boston Public Health Commission
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices. Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices. Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Boston Public Health Commission. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Massachusetts Food Code (105 CMR 590), FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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