BOS' Sichuan Taste in ALLSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/15/25

ALLSTON, MA - BOS' Sichuan Taste received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/15/2025.

Situated at 204 HARVARD AV, the establishment is part of Allston's active food service sector. The Allston area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 9 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: (A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The second violation related to temperature control. 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. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Compliance with Food Law (P). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fourth violation involved equipment operation. 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 fifth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The sixth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The seventh violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (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. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

The eighth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The 9th violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: When a HACCP Plan is Required (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

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 08/15/2025 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.