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Yaz's House Of Pizza

661 Warren St

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Quick Answers

When was Yaz's House Of Pizza last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 3, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 7 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 13 inspections on record, from Oct 18, 2023 to Nov 3, 2026.
Has Yaz's House Of Pizza 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 18, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

13 inspections

Inspection

Nov 3, 2026

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

CFPM certificate hung at establishment is an employee no longer working there- Provide an updated CFPM for a current employee

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 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Priority violations noted on inspection report- Review with all staff

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Breading bin with damage- cracked on the edge- Replace

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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No test kit available for quats sanitizer- 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

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

Tops including openings of squeeze bottles with encrusted product- Clean 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

criticalCode 590.004/4-602.11-PCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Breading bin with encrusted soils on sides and in product- Reviewed process with PIC to clean container and discard product a minimum of every 4 hours in ambient air

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

majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther

Official Wording

Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

No paper towels available at the time of the inspection- Provide

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 8, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Shelves lined with soiled pizza boxes. Shelf under griddle lined with soiled foil. Discard foil and cardboard. Resurface shelves as needed so that they are smooth cleanable and non-absorbent.

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

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Mouse droppings under front counter pizza oven and cookline. Provide current pest report. Clean all ares and monitor for activity.

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, May 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 30, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Shelves lined with soiled pizza boxes. Shelf under griddle lined with soiled foil. Discard foil and cardboard. Resurface shelves as needed so that they are smooth cleanable and non-absorbent.

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

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Mouse droppings under front counter pizza oven and cookline. Provide current pest report. Clean all ares and monitor for activity.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

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

Inspection

Sep 3, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Rear screen door damaged and missing screen. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hole observed along the wall directly next to the pizza oven. Address close hole and clean to remove any debris.

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, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 26, 2025

Failed (extension granted)

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide. Stainless steel/plastic bins inside of the walk-in cooler with no lables. Discontinue and provide proper labeling/dates on foods.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Soiled wiping observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Rear screen door damaged and missing screen. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hole observed along the wall directly next to the pizza oven. Address close hole and clean to remove any debris.

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

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed near the 3 bay sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

criticalCode 590.007/7-206.12-PPests

Official Wording

Rodent Bait Stations (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Open bags of poison observed on the ground in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and use proper pest control.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 19, 2025

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide. Stainless steel/plastic bins inside of the walk-in cooler with no lables. Discontinue and provide proper labeling/dates on foods.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Soiled wiping observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Rear screen door damaged and missing screen. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed near the 3 bay sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

criticalCode 590.007/7-206.12-PPests

Official Wording

Rodent Bait Stations (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Open bags of poison observed on the ground in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and use proper pest control.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 30, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Several ceiling tiles above the preparation table made of an acoustic material. Address and ensure all surfaces remain smooth cleanable and durable.

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, Jan 30, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 12, 2024

Passed

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

At the time of the inspection there was no full time employee with a Food Allergy/Safety Certification. Provide a Food Allergen Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time who has enrolled in a Food Safety course for the re-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 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the front service deli cooler. Provide.

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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of the inspection the test strips on site had water damage. Replace.

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, Aug 12, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 2, 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

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 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature

Official Wording

Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No equipment thermometer observed inside of the front service deli cooler. Provide.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of the inspection the test strips on site had water damage. Replace.

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, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 31, 2024

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Several squeeze bottels filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature

Official Wording

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooked chicken wings on the 2 top burner with a temperature of 98F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Small metal bowl being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Faucet to the single bay preparation sink is loose. Address and secure faucet to the sink.

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, Jan 31, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 24, 2024

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official Wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Several squeeze bottels filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature

Official Wording

(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Cooked chicken wings on the 2 top burner with a temperature of 98F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Small metal bowl being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Faucet to the single bay preparation sink is loose. Address and secure faucet to the sink.

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, Jan 24, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 30, 2023

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Food safety certification expired provide current certification or register for a accredited food safety class.

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 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove alluminum foil and provide food service commercial grade liner.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking and refrigeration equipment. Repair cracked floor tiles near rear kitchen step.

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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Exhausthood sticker expired service exhausthood by licensed cleaner and provide current exhausthood 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 30, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 18, 2023

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Food safety certification expired provide current certification or register for a accredited food safety class.

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 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Remove alluminum foil and provide food service commercial grade liner.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below cooking and refrigeration equipment. Repair cracked floor tiles near rear kitchen step.

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 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Exhausthood sticker expired service exhausthood by licensed cleaner and provide current exhausthood 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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 18, 2023 · Original Source