MISSION BAR & GRILL in MISSION HILL, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/13/25

MISSION HILL, MA - MISSION BAR & GRILL received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/13/2025.

Located at 724 HUNTINGTON AV in the Mission Hill area, the establishment serves the local community. The Mission Hill neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 7 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The second violation involved pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P). 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 third violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fourth violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: Food Temperature Measuring Devices (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 fifth violation involved facility maintenance. Inspectors documented: Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C). Plumbing issues can cause sewage backup and serious contamination.

The sixth violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The seventh violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

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.