BOSTON, MA - Smoke Shop BBQ received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/12/2025.
Situated at 343 CONGRESS ST, the establishment is part of Leather District's active food service sector. The Leather District area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.
The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.
The first violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C). Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods.
The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (P). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The third violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.
The fourth violation related to pest control. Inspectors documented: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
The fifth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/12/2025 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.
Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
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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