Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Dolce

Name: Dolce
Address: 270 Hanover St, Boston, MA

270 Hanover St

Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Passed

Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

9 inspections

Inspection

Aug 3, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Staff restroom observed missing employee must wash signage. Provide to encourage contaminations by hands.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 ceiling tiles observed missing in the mechanical room/ storage room. Repair

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

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Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cold units observed missing a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple storage bins observed missing labels. Provide when removed from original containers.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

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(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Raw shelled eggs and liquid eggs observed stored above RTE ice cream. Discontinue to prevent contamination . (cos)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 17, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple storage bins observed missing labels. Provide when removed from original containers.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Raw shelled eggs and liquid eggs observed stored above RTE ice cream. Discontinue to prevent contamination . (cos)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cold units observed missing a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Staff restroom observed missing employee must wash signage. Provide to encourage contaminations by hands.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

2 ceiling tiles observed missing in the mechanical room/ storage room. Repair

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 17, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 18, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 7, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 11, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the food safety and allergen awreness certificates have matching names

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

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Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

Break down the ' Gelato " machine after each use -a high Coliform count came in from your last state test - 2 negetive test results back to back will be needed in order to use the gelato machine again- address

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 9, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the food safety and allergen awreness certificates have matching names

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover all exposed foods in containers inside the walk-in coolers

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clearly identify all bulk food storage containers to properly identify the contents

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up accordingly

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther

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Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to purchase foods from " Retail Establishments" such as " Market Basket " only purchase from licensed wholesalers only

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-204.119-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

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Warewashing Sinks and Drain boards Self-Draining (C)

Inspector’s notes

Enlarge the current area used to air dry the gelato parts to te machine so iy air drys properly - do not rinse off the sanitizer spray when used at the end

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

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Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Missing the proper " chlorine" test strips - provide as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 9, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 2, 2024

Failed

8 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the food safety and allergen awreness certificates have matching names

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover all exposed foods in containers inside the walk-in coolers

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clearly identify all bulk food storage containers to properly identify the contents

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.11-PEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Food Contact with Equipment Utensils and Linens (P)

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up accordingly

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther

Official wording

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue to purchase foods from " Retail Establishments" such as " Market Basket " only purchase from licensed wholesalers only

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-204.119-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Warewashing Sinks and Drain boards Self-Draining (C)

Inspector’s notes

Enlarge the current area used to air dry the gelato parts to te machine so iy air drys properly - do not rinse off the sanitizer spray when used at the end

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Missing the proper " chlorine" test strips - provide as discussed

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection