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Wens Rice Noodle & Ramen

February 27, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings1
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Backflow Prevention (P)critical

Inspector note: 2-27-2026: Upon reinspection work was done on the sink but it is not an air gap as there is no air gap between the pipe and the fixture leading to the waste system. Have your licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink above the warewashing machine.
code 590.005/5-402.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail

Checks marked passed

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: In the kitchen observed opened containers of sauces that state they must be refrigerated after opening. Per a discussion with the chef and person in charge they state that the sauces had been opened a few days ago. The staff voluntarily discarded three #10 cans of sauce. Keep TCS foods at 41F and below or 135F and above.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: At both hand sinks in the kitchen observed basins blocked by items. Hand sinks should be accessible at all times and not used for anything else.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed knives stored in the kitchen between the wall and a cold holding unit. Store utensils on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Thawing (C)

Inspector note: Observed four packages of frozen commercially prepared dumplings stored on metro shelving. Upon having a conversation with the staff they state the packaged dumplings are left out to thaw. Use only approved thawing methods: under cool running water in a refrigerator or as part of the cooking process. The staff placed the dumplings into refrigeration to thaw properly.
code 590.003/3-501.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide signage.
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: In the closet with the video recording system observed ceiling tiles not properly seated into the drop ceiling allowing for pest entry. Repair or replace the ceiling tiles.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: Provide signage stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available upon request". Post updated allergen awareness poster with 9 allergens
code L1status: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on February 20, 2026: 1 finding recurred. 7 previous findings did not recur.

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This record comes from Boston Inspectional Services, Health Division. Cooked keeps the official result and wording separate from its plain-English explanation so you can verify what the inspector actually published.

Source: Analyze Boston.