Inspection record
Umami Crudo
78 Salem St · Boston, MA 02113
6inspections since May 2026
73violations recorded
HE_Passlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Sep 22, 2026HE_Pass9 violations
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and review noted violations with staff
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 8.18.26 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company.
*Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Unisex restroom trash receptacle observed missing cover. Provide
*Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on top of different piece of equipments. Discontinue and stored as discussed during the inspection
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board observed scored. Resurface/ clean to remove
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters and attached observed with visible soils build up. Clean to remove
**Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
New menu observed missing asterisk to the menu items offered raw/ undercooked. Provide
**Variance Requirement (Pf)
Notes:Facility observed dry aging fish in dry aging beef unit. (Repeated violation) Discontinue and contact ISD Health at 1010 Mass Ave to provide detailed explanation on the specialized process for review. Approval must be granted prior to continuing specialized process Facility unable to provide information on ginger pickling. Discontinue until information is available for review
***Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE cheese cake. Discontinue (cos)
Aug 28, 2026HE_Fail9 violations
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters and attached observed with visible soils build up. Clean to remove
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 8.18.26 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company.
**Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
New menu observed missing asterisk to the menu items offered raw/ undercooked. Provide
**Variance Requirement (Pf)
Notes:Facility observed dry aging fish in dry aging beef unit. (Repeated violation) Discontinue and contact ISD Health at 1010 Mass Ave to provide detailed explanation on the specialized process for review. Approval must be granted prior to continuing specialized process Facility unable to provide information on ginger pickling. Discontinue until information is available for review
*Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
Unisex restroom trash receptacle observed missing cover. Provide
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and review noted violations with staff
***Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE cheese cake. Discontinue (cos)
*Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on top of different piece of equipments. Discontinue and stored as discussed during the inspection
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board observed scored. Resurface/ clean to remove
May 28, 2026HE_Pass1 violation
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink observed missing air gap . PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of an air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report provided to be reviewed by ISD Health Management
May 20, 2026HE_FailExt4 violations
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
3 bay sink faucet observed missing attachments. Repair (5.13.26) Plumber scheduled to visit the site on 5.14.26 . PIC showed text messagem exchange between plumber & owner to inspector
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink observed missing air gap . PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of an air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov Plumbers report provided to be reviewed by ISD Health Management
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 12.19.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company ( 5.13.26) Scheduled for 5.15.26
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters & attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
May 13, 2026HE_FailExt26 violations
**Assignment (Pf)
Establishment must designate a knowledgeable Certified Food Protection Manager PIC and be present to oversee day to day operations to ensure the food establishment is operating in compliance with the food code at all hours of operation. Notes:At the time of inspection staff on duty unable to demonstrate any managerial controls due to lack of knowledge. CFPM to train staff on food safety PIC to post current ServSafe Certificate
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC unable to provide V & D procedure and kit. Provide Procedure will be provide via email to the operator
**Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a working irreverssible thermometer for the high temp diswasher . Provide
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
PIC unable to provide sanitizer for the low temp bar dishwasher. Discontinue using bar diswasher until detergent is available High temp dishwasher on site in the lower level
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Sanitizer hold bucket observed at 00ppm. Set up according to law. (cos)
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board observed heavily stained. Clean to remove/ Resurface
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Squeeze bottles condiment containers at the cookline observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Food prep sink observed missing air gap . PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of an air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled In process (5.13.26) Compliance inspection was based on 24 Hours Next Day Notice
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Food prep area handsink observed blocked by 2 mop buckets. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time to encourage handwashing. PIC to monitor hand washing .
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
3 bay sink faucet observed missing attachments. Repair (5.13.26) Plumber scheduled to visit the site on 5.14.26 . PIC showed text messagem exchange between plumber & owner to inspector
***System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
3 bay sink faucet observed missing attachments. Repair
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Food prep sink observed missing air gap . PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of an air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
**Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Sushi area handsink & warewashing handsink observed without handwashing soap. Provide (cos)
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Several handsink on site observed without paper towels. Provide to encourage handwashing at all times. (some cos)
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Multiple handwashing sink on site observed missing employee must wash hands signage. Provide PIC to label food prep sink and 3 bay sink
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 12.19.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company ( 5.13.26) Scheduled for 5.15.26
***Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
PIC could not find their HACCP plan to test the rice. PIC to provide sushi lab to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** Discontinue making sushi until employees have been properly trained on how to follow it to ensure the safety of the rice.
**Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)
PIC unable to provide buffer solution to test the rice or any logs showing that the plan HACCP plan is being followed. CFPM to retrain all staff before resuming the accidification of rice
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior ice machine observed soiled interior of cold unit observed soiled from visible food spills interior of 3 bay sink observed soiled with grease bulid up and excess food. Clean & sanitize to remove
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Mop sink opened inside the kitchen observed missing door. Install door to prevent contamination
***Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
White rice 54F stored in the rice cooker for reheating. Per PIC the rice was in the rice cooker for 20minutes prior to the inspection process. PIC voluntarily discard the white rice. (corrected on site) Discussed proper reheating procedure with PIC. CFPM to retrain staff on reheating procedures (where how and final temperature)
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Prep foods in refrigeration unit observed missing date marking. Provide made/ discard date to all prep foods prior to storing.
**Variance Requirement (Pf)
Facility observed dry aging fish in dry aging beef unit. Discontinue and contact ISD Health at 1010 Mass Ave to provide detailed explanation on the specialized process for review. Approval must be granted prior to continuing specialized process Facility unable to provide information on ginger pickling. Discontinue until information is available for review
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters & attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
**Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
PIC unable to provide shell stock tags. Discussed with PIC the importance of maitaining shell stock tags.
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. CFPM to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
May 12, 2026HE_Fail24 violations
**Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
Sushi area handsink & warewashing handsink observed without handwashing soap. Provide (cos)
**Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
PIC unable to provide shell stock tags. Discussed with PIC the importance of maitaining shell stock tags.
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. CFPM to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
**Conformance with Approved Procedures (Pf)
PIC unable to provide buffer solution to test the rice or any logs showing that the plan HACCP plan is being followed. CFPM to retrain all staff before resuming the accidification of rice
***Conformance with Approved Procedures (P)
PIC could not find their HACCP plan to test the rice. PIC to provide sushi lab to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** Discontinue making sushi until employees have been properly trained on how to follow it to ensure the safety of the rice.
*Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Hood sticker observed expired 12.19.25 Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Multiple handwashing sink on site observed missing employee must wash hands signage. Provide PIC to label food prep sink and 3 bay sink
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Several handsink on site observed without paper towels. Provide to encourage handwashing at all times. (some cos)
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Mop sink opened inside the kitchen observed missing door. Install door to prevent contamination
**Assignment (Pf)
Establishment must designate a knowledgeable Certified Food Protection Manager PIC and be present to oversee day to day operations to ensure the food establishment is operating in compliance with the food code at all hours of operation. Notes:At the time of inspection staff on duty unable to demonstrate any managerial controls due to lack of knowledge. CFPM to train staff on food safety PIC to post current ServSafe Certificate
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Squeeze bottles condiment containers at the cookline observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Food prep sink observed missing air gap . PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of an air gap to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If air gap is installed prior to compliance inspection a permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of anyPlumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled
***System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
3 bay sink faucet observed missing attachments. Repair
**Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Food prep area handsink observed blocked by 2 mop buckets. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time to encourage handwashing. PIC to monitor hand washing .
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior ice machine observed soiled interior of cold unit observed soiled from visible food spills interior of 3 bay sink observed soiled with grease bulid up and excess food. Clean & sanitize to remove
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting board observed heavily stained. Clean to remove/ Resurface
***Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Sanitizer hold bucket observed at 00ppm. Set up according to law. (cos)
**Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
PIC unable to provide V & D procedure and kit. Provide Procedure will be provide via email to the operator
**Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
PIC unable to provide sanitizer for the low temp bar dishwasher. Discontinue using bar diswasher until detergent is available High temp dishwasher on site in the lower level
**Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a working irreverssible thermometer for the high temp diswasher . Provide
*Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Hood filters & attachments observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
**Variance Requirement (Pf)
Facility observed dry aging fish in dry aging beef unit. Discontinue and contact ISD Health at 1010 Mass Ave to provide detailed explanation on the specialized process for review. Approval must be granted prior to continuing specialized process Facility unable to provide information on ginger pickling. Discontinue until information is available for review
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Prep foods in refrigeration unit observed missing date marking. Provide made/ discard date to all prep foods prior to storing.
***Reheating for Hot Holding (P)
White rice 54F stored in the rice cooker for reheating. Per PIC the rice was in the rice cooker for 20minutes prior to the inspection process. PIC voluntarily discard the white rice. (corrected on site) Discussed proper reheating procedure with PIC. CFPM to retrain staff on reheating procedures (where how and final temperature)
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