Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA

Strega

Name: Strega
Address: 379 Hanover St, Boston, MA

379 Hanover St

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

5 inspections

Inspection

Jul 29, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

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Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink. *** If service sink is installed prior to the compliance inspection: A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

In plain English

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

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criticalCode 590.005/5-402.11-PWater, plumbing, and sewage

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Backflow Prevention (P)

Inspector’s notes

Facility observed without a food prep sink.. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of a food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov *** If food prep sink is installed prior to the compliance inspection: A Permit must be secured from Inspectional Services Plumbing Division prior to Commencement of any Plumbing work. Additionally a final approval from the plumbing inspector is required before a reinspection may be scheduled

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

minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

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Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Restroom downstairs observed misisng employee must wash hands signage. Provide to encourage handwashing

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.

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

Feb 28, 2024

Passed

3 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

Post a copy of the current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous location of the restaurant as we discussed durinmg 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

majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature

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Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure sall foods offered under cooked on the menuare clearly identied as such with the proper disclosure / reminder [ * sirloin steak ] * Consuming raw or under cooked shell eggs milk cheeses game animals certain poultry meats seafood oysters shellfish may increase your chances of a foodborne illness

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.

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notedCode L2Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Unpais fees for the 2024 City of Boston Health Permit - address immediately

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 21, 2024

Failed

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 copy of the current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous location of the restaurant as we discussed durinmg 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

majorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature