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Quick Answers
When was Lucia Ristorante last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 3, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Report filed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
12 inspections on record, from Jan 3, 2024 to Nov 3, 2026.
Has Lucia Ristorante ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 12 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
12 inspections
Inspection
Nov 3, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.18-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)
Inspector’s Notes
2 hood filters over the grill observed soiled. Clean to remove Both filters attachement was removed and washed during the inspection (cos) Hood sticker expires: 12.14.26
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, Nov 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 23, 2026
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 23, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official Wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink to safely disposed soiled water Designated toilet on site for the disposal of soiled mop water. (3.5.26)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Air gap was installed PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the ok of the air gap install to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
19 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Vomit & Diarrheal clean up kit observed expired. Provide updated kit. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
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 prep sink and grille at the cookline/ hansink and ice holder bar downstairs observed without a barrier in between . Provide
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple cold holding foods (cooked pasta cut cucumber cut tomato cooked lentils raw shrimp ) at 47F-52F degrees. PIC voluntarily discard all products since they were in the cold unit from previous night. PIC to monitor cold holding temperature
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.
Hood vent filters observed soiled with dust and grease build up. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired. 3.8.26
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.
Multiple refrigeration unit including walk in observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide sanitzer test kit/ strips for 3 bay sink solution and commercially mix spray bottles (quats/ lactic acid). 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.
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 ice machine observed soiled by brown substances inside 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled with soils build up exterior of multiple food bulk containers observed visible soiled. Clean & 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.
Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink to safely disposed soiled water Designated toilet on site for the disposal of soiled mop water. (3.5.26)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode 590.005/5-204.12-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Air gap was installed PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the ok of the air gap install to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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
Food prep sink observed without an airgap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap on the food prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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
Old mice droppings observed on the floor before employee restroom. 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.
Warewashing sink observed supplied with handwashing soap. Discontinue
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.
Multiple handsinks observed without an employee must wash hands sign. Provide
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 25, 2026
Failed
18 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Vomit & Diarrheal clean up kit observed expired. Provide updated kit. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
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 prep sink and grille at the cookline/ hansink and ice holder bar downstairs observed without a barrier in between . Provide
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.
(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple cold holding foods (cooked pasta cut cucumber cut tomato cooked lentils raw shrimp ) at 47F-52F degrees. PIC voluntarily discard all products since they were in the cold unit from previous night. PIC to monitor cold holding temperature
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.
Hood vent filters observed soiled with dust and grease build up. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired. 3.8.26
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.
Multiple refrigeration unit including walk in observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
PIC unable to provide sanitzer test kit/ strips for 3 bay sink solution and commercially mix spray bottles (quats/ lactic acid). 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.
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 ice machine observed soiled by brown substances inside 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled with soils build up exterior of multiple food bulk containers observed visible soiled. Clean & 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
Food prep sink observed without an airgap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap on the food prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov
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
Old mice droppings observed on the floor before employee restroom. 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.
Warewashing sink observed supplied with handwashing soap. Discontinue
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.
Multiple handsinks observed without an employee must wash hands sign. Provide
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 15, 2025
Passed
2 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 copies of both your current food safety and allergen awareness certifications - ensure both names match
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 13, 2025
Failed
2 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 copies of both your current food safety and allergen awareness certifications - ensure both names match
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 30, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 30, 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
May 30, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Sprinkler discharge above the in line refrigeration unit all food affected by the water was voluntary disposed.. Notified Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast. Voluntary closure was issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect using a professional licensed restoration company provide all documentation be re-inspected by building & health for approval to re-open
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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
Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables warewashing and any food surface. Provide all cleaning documents be re-inspected for approval to re-open
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove Clean/sanitize/disinfect all standing water at the location throughout affected by sprinkler discharge .
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, May 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 30, 2024
Voluntarily closed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Sprinkler discharge above the in line refrigeration unit all food affected by the water was voluntary disposed.. Notified Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast. Voluntary closure was issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect using a professional licensed restoration company provide all documentation be re-inspected by building & health for approval to re-open
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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
Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables warewashing and any food surface. Provide all cleaning documents be re-inspected for approval to re-open
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove Clean/sanitize/disinfect all standing water at the location throughout affected by sprinkler discharge .
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.