Health Inspection Report
Boston Halal in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/13/25
BOSTON, MA
Published: August 21, 2025
BOSTON, MA - Boston Halal received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/13/2025.
The establishment operates from 961 COMMONWEALTH AV in BOSTON, serving customers in this business area. Regular health inspections ensure food safety standards are maintained across all local establishments.
The inspection identified 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.
The first violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Thawing (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The second violation concerned food temperatures. Inspectors documented: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.
The third violation involved food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.
The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/13/2025 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Boston Public Health Commission
What violations were found during this inspection?
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Why are these violations concerning?
Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.