More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Tutti Frutti last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 16, 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?
13 inspections on record, from Oct 27, 2023 to Oct 16, 2026.
Has Tutti Frutti ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 13 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 27, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
13 inspections
Inspection
Oct 16, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths stored wet on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
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.
Facilty uses yellow sponge for warewashing and to clean equipments. Discontinue . Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces to prevent contamination ( corrected on site)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
May 4, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-305.14-COther
Official Wording
Food Preparation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
There is no prep sink on site. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation/PIC to Provide a written proposal or assessment from a license plumber regarding the installation of prep sink. ** The establishment is too small to accommodate the installation of prep sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 29, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
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
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training observed expired June 28.2020. Provide
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.
There is no prep sink on site. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation/PIC to Provide a written proposal or assessment from a license plumber regarding the installation of prep sink. ** The establishment is too small to accommodate the installation of prep sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 15, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees observed prepping food in the kitchen without proper hair restraint. Provide proper hair restraint
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.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training observed expired June 28.2020. Provide
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiples bucket containing food (onion potaoes) observed stored on the ground in the kitchen . Elevate 6 inch of the ground and maintain
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.
There is no prep sink on site. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation/PIC to Provide a written proposal or assessment from a license plumber regarding the installation of prep sink. ** The establishment is too small to accommodate the installation of prep sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed a large hole in the basement floor with standing water present. Per PIC the landlord is currently addressing the issue/Repair
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, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 14, 2026
Failed
8 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Employees observed prepping food in the kitchen without proper hair restraint. Provide proper hair restraint
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.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No posted certifications for food safety and allergen training observed expired June 28.2020. Provide
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.
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiples bucket containing food (onion potaoes) observed stored on the ground in the kitchen . Elevate 6 inch of the ground and maintain
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.
There is no prep sink on site. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation/PIC to Provide a written proposal or assessment from a license plumber regarding the installation of prep sink. ** The establishment is too small to accommodate the installation of prep sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Observed a large hole in the basement floor with standing water present. Per PIC the landlord is currently addressing the issue/Repair
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 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Wiping cloths stored wet on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
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 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood vent covers with visible grease build up / Clean to remove
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 4, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 23, 2024
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Imminent Health Hazard -Water main break caused interruption of running water in the establishment. Repair work being performed by BWS- Remain closed until running water is restored. Call Health Department at 617-635 -5326 8am - 4pm or after hours at 617-635-4500 for aproval to re-open.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 22, 2024
Voluntarily closed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Imminent Health Hazard -Water main break caused interruption of running water in the establishment. Repair work being performed by BWS- Remain closed until running water is restored. Call Health Department at 617-635 -5326 8am - 4pm or after hours at 617-635-4500 for aproval to re-open.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.