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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Ziggy's

583 Washington St

Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

8 inspections

Inspection

Mar 9, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple food handlers not wearing effective hair restraints; provide hair restraints for all food handlers.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The certified food protection manager and allergen awarenss certificate are both expired; provide updated manager certifcations.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

The inspection sticker above the cook-line expired February 2026; have an approved vendor service the hood and provide an updated inspection sticker.

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
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Provide sigange visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available upon request." Post your most recent Letter Grade from the Health Division visible to customers within five feet of the front entrance. Post updated allergen awareness poster with the nine major allergens in back of house

In plain English

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

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 9, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 2, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple food handlers not wearing effective hair restraints; provide hair restraints for all food handlers.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

The certified food protection manager and allergen awarenss certificate are both expired; provide updated manager certifcations.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s notes

The inspection sticker above the cook-line expired February 2026; have an approved vendor service the hood and provide an updated inspection sticker.

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
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Provide sigange visible to customers stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available upon request." Post your most recent Letter Grade from the Health Division visible to customers within five feet of the front entrance. Post updated allergen awareness poster with the nine major allergens in back of house

In plain English

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

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 2, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 10, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

May 12, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 12, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 31, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Inspection

May 3, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-501.15-PFFood temperature

Official wording

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cooked chicken cooling in refrigerator covered with plastic at 65F. Uncovered and cooled to 55F in 10 minutes. Cooked chicken cooling in bowl on counter at 150F. Spread out on sheet tray- cooled to 80F in 15 minutes. Review cooling methods with staff- maximize surface area do not cover until 41F.

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
majorCode 590.007/7-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizer spray bottle without label. Label chemical containers to prevent contamination

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

SAnitizer spray bottle testing over 500ppm. Diluted to 200ppm. Review mixing sanitizer with staff.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 3, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 25, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-501.15-PFFood temperature

Official wording

(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cooked chicken cooling in refrigerator covered with plastic at 65F. Uncovered and cooled to 55F in 10 minutes. Cooked chicken cooling in bowl on counter at 150F. Spread out on sheet tray- cooled to 80F in 15 minutes. Review cooling methods with staff- maximize surface area do not cover until 41F.

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
majorCode 590.007/7-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizer spray bottle without label. Label chemical containers to prevent contamination

In plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s notes

SAnitizer spray bottle testing over 500ppm. Diluted to 200ppm. Review mixing sanitizer with staff.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 25, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 24, 2023

Report filed

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

Dust and soil buildup noted on hood filters- Hood cleaning/ inspection scheduled for 10/29/23- Hood sticker expires 10/31/23 Dust buildup around vents in ceilings Clean all areas with proper 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 24, 2023 · Original Source

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