Berklee Noodles in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/14/25

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Berklee Noodles in an inspection dated 08/14/2025.

Situated at 173 MASSACHUSETTS AV, the establishment is part of Back Bay's active food service sector. The Back Bay area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The second violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation concerned storage procedures. Inspectors documented: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The fourth violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: (A)(1) 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. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

The fifth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The sixth violation concerned facility maintenance. Inspectors documented: Walls and Ceilings Studs Joists and Rafters (C). Poor ventilation can lead to mold growth and condensation contamination.

The seventh violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The eighth violation involved pest control. 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.

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 08/14/2025 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.