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Quick Answers
When was O'Saraceno last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
10 inspections on record, from Apr 2, 2024 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has O'Saraceno ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 10 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 2, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
10 inspections
Inspection
Oct 22, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a food prep sink. No space to install a food prep sink observed. All produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink Provided variance request form to the operator while on site ( (variance request in process)
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.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a food prep sink. No space to install a food prep sink observed. All produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink Provided variance request form to the operator while on site ( (variance request in process)
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.
Observed clean tray of dishes stored on stairway. Discontinue & store ad discussed.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Several containers of prepped foods observed missing date marking. Provide date marking to all prior to storing
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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed kitchen shelvings line up with alumminum foil. Discontinue.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide sanitizer non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink on site. Provide
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Low temp dishwasher on site observed not dispensing sanitizer 00ppm. Repair to dispense per regulation
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a food prep sink. No space to install a food prep sink observed. All produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink Provided variance request form to the operator while on site
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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a food prep sink. No space to install a food prep sink observed. All produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink Provided variance request form to the operator while on site
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor in the basement area observed in need of cleaning due to visible loose debris. Clean to remove
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.
Observed clean tray of dishes stored on stairway. Discontinue & store ad discussed.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Several containers of prepped foods observed missing date marking. Provide date marking to all prior to storing
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.
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed kitchen shelvings line up with alumminum foil. Discontinue.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide sanitizer non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink on site. Provide
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.
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Low temp dishwasher on site observed not dispensing sanitizer 00ppm. Repair to dispense per regulation
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a food prep sink. No space to install a food prep sink observed. All produce gets washed in the 2 bay sink Provided variance request form to the operator while on site
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor in the basement area observed in need of cleaning due to visible loose debris. Clean to remove
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 3, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 9, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.112-CPests
Official Wording
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ask pest control company for more details [ in writing with the IPM report ] on the corrective action plan moving forward
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 25, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace all compromised cutting boards on the prep tables and the counter top refrigeration units as there are deep lacerations that appear uncleanable
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.
Clean vents in the hood system from all visible excess grease and grime
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.
Clean the kitchen floors especially underneath all the equipment under the cooking line as well as by the rear entrance to the alleyway from all visible food spills stains and soils
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Rodent droppings noted in the "shared" alleyway behind the restaurant - address with pest control company -recommending to contact neighboring businesses so everyone is on the same page
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ask pest control company for more details [ in writing with the IPM report ] on the corrective action plan moving forward
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 17, 2024
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace all compromised cutting boards on the prep tables and the counter top refrigeration units as there are deep lacerations that appear uncleanable
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.
Clean vents in the hood system from all visible excess grease and grime
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.
Clean the kitchen floors especially underneath all the equipment under the cooking line as well as by the rear entrance to the alleyway from all visible food spills stains and soils
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Rodent droppings noted in the "shared" alleyway behind the restaurant - address with pest control company -recommending to contact neighboring businesses so everyone is on the same page
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 2, 2024
Report filed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working with foods
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post copies of both your 2024 Health permit along with the current food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site as we discussed during inspection
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.