Liuyishon Hotpot Boston in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/15/25

BOSTON, MA - Health inspectors documented violations at Liuyishon Hotpot Boston during a routine inspection conducted on 08/15/2025.

Located at 702 WASHINGTON ST in the Downtown Crossing area, the establishment serves the local community. The Downtown Crossing neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 7 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The second violation related to 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. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.

The third violation related to equipment maintenance. Inspectors documented: In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C). Damaged cutting boards and surfaces can harbor bacteria in cracks and crevices.

The fourth violation regarded storage procedures. Inspectors documented: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C). Chemical contamination from improper storage can cause acute poisoning.

The fifth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The sixth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Cutting Surfaces (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The seventh violation involved hand sanitation. 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 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 08/15/2025 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.