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Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA

Prima

12 Park St

Last inspected Oct 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Prima last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 30, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 5 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
13 inspections on record, from Dec 7, 2023 to Oct 30, 2026.
Has Prima ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 13 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 7, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

13 inspections

Inspection

Oct 30, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Plastic container and bowl observed stored inside bulk bin with foods as dispensing utensils. Discontinue to prevent contamination by hands (cos)

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed barrier missing between bar handwashing sink and beer tap. Provide to prevent splashing

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor inside walking freezer & liquor room observed with soils build up excess stagnant grease from grease barrel observed on the floor 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Kitchen door and back door observed missing effective door sweep ( daylight showing). Install effective door sweep to prevent pest access.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Staff restroom and bar handwashing sink observed missing signage (employee must wash hands/hands only). Provide to encourage handwashing by staff and at designated handsink.

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 20, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Plastic container and bowl observed stored inside bulk bin with foods as dispensing utensils. Discontinue to prevent contamination by hands (cos)

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 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed barrier missing between bar handwashing sink and beer tap. Provide to prevent splashing

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor inside walking freezer & liquor room observed with soils build up excess stagnant grease from grease barrel observed on the floor 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Kitchen door and back door observed missing effective door sweep ( daylight showing). Install effective door sweep to prevent pest access.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Staff restroom and bar handwashing sink observed missing signage (employee must wash hands/hands only). Provide to encourage handwashing by staff and at designated handsink.

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 10, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Live sightings and captures on most recent IPM report dated 8/22/25. Two week extension as aggressive mass trappings occur over the next two weeks. Provide clean pest report upon re inspection.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 10, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 28, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Gap between wall and brick wall at bottom of basement stairs disturbed mortar in brick work under basement landing with mice droppings. Treat and seal with pest proof materials.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Live sightings and captures on most recent IPM report dated 8/22/25. Two week extension as aggressive mass trappings occur over the next two weeks. Provide clean pest report upon re inspection.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 21, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther

Official Wording

Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Gap between wall and brick wall at bottom of basement stairs disturbed mortar in brick work under basement landing with mice droppings. Treat and seal with pest proof materials.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

What appears to be mice droppings under curtain in dining area on floor under basement stair landing behind cookline oven inside basement drop ceiling. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 20, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 16, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.13-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity

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 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 16, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.19-COther

Official Wording

Storage Areas Redeeming Machines Receptacles and Waste Handling Units Location (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Ensure the trash areas and trash receptacles are being cleaned from any loose food spills and soils on a daily basis - all storage rooms and areas where CO-2 tanks are being stored along with boxed syrups - alcohol bottles covered each evening

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.13-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity

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 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

On going mouse activity in the area and in and around the restaurant - address immediately as we discussed during the interview

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 11, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.19-COther

Official Wording

Storage Areas Redeeming Machines Receptacles and Waste Handling Units Location (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Ensure the trash areas and trash receptacles are being cleaned from any loose food spills and soils on a daily basis - all storage rooms and areas where CO-2 tanks are being stored along with boxed syrups - alcohol bottles covered each evening

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.13-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Floor and Wall Junctures Coved and Enclosed or Sealed (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

On going mouse activity in the area and in and around the restaurant - address immediately as we discussed during the interview

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

May 2, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 31, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 14, 2024

Report filed

3 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 a current copy of the food safety and allergen awareness certifications on site in a conspicuous location of the restaurant 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode 590.004/4-201.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Replace cutting boards that have dep lacerations and / or have gathered an naccumulation of visible food soils that are hard to remove

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 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Rrepair the compromised sections of the dropped ceiling where needed in the basement / food prep locations replace any and all missing ceiling tiles where needed

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, Mar 14, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 7, 2023

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source

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