Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Pazza On Porter last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Aug 25, 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?
11 inspections on record, from Nov 29, 2023 to Aug 25, 2026.
Has Pazza On Porter ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 29, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspections
Inspection
Aug 25, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted hood sticker expired in Jan.2026.Service. Observed hood filters with heavy grease build up.Clean with frequency
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 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 11, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official Wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted several products stored in the hotholding unit on the cookline at 75F.Discontinue and reheat the product to 165F and hot held at 135F and above
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.
Noted single use items stored directly underneath the ceiling without any protection.Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above the shelves or relocate items to a different area with protection.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Provide soap for the hand washing sink on the cookline
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.
Provide hand washing sign at the hand sink on the cookline
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Repair the wholes in the ceiling near the walkin refrigerator in the basement.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted visible dust and rust on the air vents on the cookline.Clean with frequency
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted hood sticker expired in Jan.2026.Service. Observed hood filters with heavy grease build up.Clean with frequency
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 11, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 29, 2026
Failed
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official Wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted several products stored in the hotholding unit on the cookline at 75F.Discontinue and reheat the product to 165F and hot held at 135F and above
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.
Noted single use items stored directly underneath the ceiling without any protection.Provide smooth cleanable ceiling above the shelves or relocate items to a different area with protection.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Provide soap for the hand washing sink on the cookline
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.
Provide hand washing sign at the hand sink on the cookline
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Repair the wholes in the ceiling near the walkin refrigerator in the basement.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted visible dust and rust on the air vents on the cookline.Clean with frequency
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Noted hood sticker expired in Jan.2026.Service. Observed hood filters with heavy grease build up.Clean with frequency
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, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 23, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Can opener with dried up food debris. Clean to remove and sanitize.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent Sticker expired. provide a current one.
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, Oct 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Can opener with dried up food debris. Clean to remove and sanitize.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent Sticker expired. provide a current one.
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.
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.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple staff working in the kitchen area observed without proper hair restraint. Provide
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.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide procedure and kit for vomit and diarrheal clean up. 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.
Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Kitchen dishwasher observed without data plate operation. 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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide irreverssible thermometer for the bar high temp dishwasher. Provide.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior of kitchen low temp dishwasher observed heavily soiled interior and exterior of ice machine observed soiled. Clean and sanitize 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Produce sink observed without a backflow preventor. Provide or PIC to request variance with procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided while using.
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.
Multiple handsinks observed without handwashing signage. Provide and maintain.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipment and unused equipment in the basment / prep room causing clutter.
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.
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple staff working in the kitchen area observed without proper hair restraint. Provide
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.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide procedure and kit for vomit and diarrheal clean up. 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.
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.
Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-204.113-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Machine Data Plate Operation Specifications (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Kitchen dishwasher observed without data plate operation. 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.
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide irreverssible thermometer for the bar high temp dishwasher. Provide.
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Interior of kitchen low temp dishwasher observed heavily soiled interior and exterior of ice machine observed soiled. Clean and sanitize 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.
criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Produce sink observed without a backflow preventor. Provide or PIC to request variance with procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided while using.
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.
Multiple handsinks observed without handwashing signage. Provide and maintain.
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipment and unused equipment in the basment / prep room causing clutter.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 5, 2023
Passed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-301.13-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Drain boards (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure there is ample room for clean pots pans and utensils to properly air dry - do no store on top of one another when air drying
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 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post all current copies of food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site alongside youe 2023 - 2024 health permit
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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Set up seperately at each station such as salad and dessert stations have one and raw foods have a seperate sanitizing bucket
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all foods in the walk-in units as well as in dry goods storage rooms are being stored a minimum of six inches off the floors during storage
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all foods offered under cooked have the proper disclosure / reminder beside each item as discussed - breakfast - lunch and dinner and on line menus as well [ verbally explained to customers by staff if specials are offered under cooked also ]
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Resurface all rusted shelving units underneath the opreo tables where needed
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.
Remove all heavily soiled vents in the hood system and soak overnight in bleach to remove stubborn grease and grime deposits
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.
Clearly identify all designated hand sinks as such " Hand Washing Only"
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipoment and unused equipoment in the basment / prep room
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 5, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 29, 2023
Failed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post all current copies of food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site alongside youe 2023 - 2024 health permit
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.
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Set up seperately at each station such as salad and dessert stations have one and raw foods have a seperate sanitizing bucket
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all foods in the walk-in units as well as in dry goods storage rooms are being stored a minimum of six inches off the floors during storage
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.
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all foods offered under cooked have the proper disclosure / reminder beside each item as discussed - breakfast - lunch and dinner and on line menus as well [ verbally explained to customers by staff if specials are offered under cooked also ]
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Resurface all rusted shelving units underneath the opreo tables where needed
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.
Remove all heavily soiled vents in the hood system and soak overnight in bleach to remove stubborn grease and grime deposits
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-301.13-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Drain boards (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure there is ample room for clean pots pans and utensils to properly air dry - do no store on top of one another when air drying
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.
Clearly identify all designated hand sinks as such " Hand Washing Only"
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.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipoment and unused equipoment in the basment / prep room
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.