Inspection record
China Pearl Restaurant
9 Tyler St · Boston, MA 02111
3inspections since May 2026
33violations recorded
HE_Hearinglatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Oct 30, 2026HE_Hearing1 violation
*Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
The drop ceiling above the cook line & prep has been removed exposing multiple pipes & overhead duct work.Replace ceiling
May 15, 2026HE_FailExt16 violations
**Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
There was evidence of rat activity(droppings multiple locations) Live roach activity(bar #2 dish machine(interior/exterior) basement trash location kitchen dish room floor) Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection There were multiple rat cages(traps) positioned throughout the kitchen & basement prep locations.Owner stating staff had placed them.They have since been removed.Dropping are being removed during the inspection.(cleaned & sanitized) Discussed with owner that a licensed pest company must provide service only
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Manager must monitor day to day operations regarding pest control & all cleaning /sanitizing Remove all clutter from basement storage clean & organize Voluntary Closure issued
*Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
There are multiple items stored directly on the floor in the walkin units.Elevate all stored items off the floor at least 6 inches.
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple prepped items in the walkin units are missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
The hood filters were observed with heavy grease & soil buildup.(BFD inspector has viewed the issue) Clean to remove soils.
*Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations (C)
Remove the tin foil that is lining the exterior of the 6 burner range.Clean the exterior to remove grease
*Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean the wire rack shelving units in the walkins to remove soils & rust Clean the interiors of the fryer units to remove grease buildup Bar #2--Clean the interior /exterior of the dish machine to remove evidence of roach activity
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
The dish room handsink was observed obstructed by shelving & equipment.Maintain handwash sink accessible at all times for proper handwashing. PIC corrected
*Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
The drop ceiling above the cook line & prep has been removed exposing multiple pipes & overhead duct work.Replace ceiling
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the wall behind the fryers & 6 burner range to remove grease & soils. Clean the interior of the trash room to remove soils/food debris & evidence of roach activity
*Intensity-Lighting (C)
There are lights out above the cook line.Replace bulbs
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Secure all CO2 tanks
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Repair the hole in the floor infront of the elevator.(possible pest access)
*Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Clean the floors throughout to remove grease/soils/food debris & evidence of pest activity
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
The hood sticker expired on 1.17.26(yellow).Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker BFD inspector R .Broadway is aware & has been on site.
May 13, 2026HE_VolClos16 violations
*Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Secure all CO2 tanks
**Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
The hood sticker expired on 1.17.26(yellow).Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post the new sticker BFD inspector R .Broadway is aware & has been on site.
*Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Clean the floors throughout to remove grease/soils/food debris & evidence of pest activity
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Repair the hole in the floor infront of the elevator.(possible pest access)
**Controlling Pests (Pf)
There was evidence of rat activity(droppings multiple locations) Live roach activity(bar #2 dish machine(interior/exterior) basement trash location kitchen dish room floor) Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection There were multiple rat cages(traps) positioned throughout the kitchen & basement prep locations.Owner stating staff had placed them.They have since been removed.Dropping are being removed during the inspection.(cleaned & sanitized) Discussed with owner that a licensed pest company must provide service only
*Intensity-Lighting (C)
There are lights out above the cook line.Replace bulbs
*Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Clean the wall behind the fryers & 6 burner range to remove grease & soils. Clean the interior of the trash room to remove soils/food debris & evidence of roach activity
*Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
The drop ceiling above the cook line & prep has been removed exposing multiple pipes & overhead duct work.Replace ceiling
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
The dish room handsink was observed obstructed by shelving & equipment.Maintain handwash sink accessible at all times for proper handwashing. PIC corrected
*Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Clean the wire rack shelving units in the walkins to remove soils & rust Clean the interiors of the fryer units to remove grease buildup Bar #2--Clean the interior /exterior of the dish machine to remove evidence of roach activity
*Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations (C)
Remove the tin foil that is lining the exterior of the 6 burner range.Clean the exterior to remove grease
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
The hood filters were observed with heavy grease & soil buildup.(BFD inspector has viewed the issue) Clean to remove soils.
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple prepped items in the walkin units are missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours
*Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
There are multiple items stored directly on the floor in the walkin units.Elevate all stored items off the floor at least 6 inches.
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Manager must monitor day to day operations regarding pest control & all cleaning /sanitizing Remove all clutter from basement storage clean & organize Voluntary Closure issued
Violation severity marks (*, **, ***) are the city's published violation levels. Result codes are Boston ISD's own codes, shown verbatim - we found no public legend. Methodology