Alamo Drafthouse
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
78
Score
Public records show 26 inspections at Alamo Drafthouse stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 1, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “controlling pests”, which has been cited 16 times.
That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
26
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC / Chef stated dairy milk shake machine was currently in use without lab reports of coliform testing; Discussed and provided information for required sampling of daiy products; machine not operating at this time due to missing part
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris on top of high temp machine. Clean with frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed Orkin pest service reports (2x per week) with PIC; noted activity within Theaters 4 & 6. Continue to monitor and provide service reports for review
590.006/6-501.111-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed grease spills underneath fryers. Clean with frequency to minimize spillage
590.006/6-201.11-C
78
Feb 20, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired September 2025. PIC previously confirmed scheduled cleaning 1/21/26 - vendor change in progress; Hood filters clean and free of soils per observation ***PIC confirmed change of vendor for hood cleaning - Scheduled 2/17/26****
590.006/6-501.14-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no live activity during walk through today; indicated one capture (Theatre 6) 2/10/26 pest report. Provide next service report upon completion
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired September 2025. PIC previously confirmed scheduled cleaning 1/21/26 - vendor change in progress; Hood filters clean and free of soils per observation ***PIC confirmed change of vendor for hood cleaning - Scheduled 2/17/26****
590.006/6-501.14-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no live activity during walk through today; indicated one capture (Theatre 6) 2/10/26 pest report. Provide next service report upon completion
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Theater #10 - Observed live mouse (1/29/26) while conducting walk through. Discussed with PIC to increase services 2-3x per week and submit IPM style reports to the Health Division per ISD health mgmt.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no live activity during walk through today; indicated one capture (Theatre 9) 2/3/26 pest report. Provide next service report upon completion
590.006/6-501.111-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired September 2025. PIC previously confirmed scheduled cleaning 1/21/26 - vendor change in progress; Hood filters clean and free of soils per observation ***PIC confirmed change of vendor for hood cleaning - Scheduled 2/17/26****
590.006/6-501.14-C
82
Jan 29, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Theater #10 - Observed live mouse (1/29/26) while conducting walk through. Discussed with PIC to increase services 2-3x per week and submit IPM style reports to the Health Division per ISD health mgmt.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Remove and ensure food is properly stored elevated at least 6" off the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed napkins / debris behind multiple seats in Theater 8 and cups / utensil around low temp machine in bar area. Clean to remove all debris / trash / utensils from all floors
590.006/6-201.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Provide additional service report prior to re-inspection due to complaint and findings listed on 1/20/26 report
590.006/6-501.111-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired September 2025. PIC previously confirmed scheduled cleaning 1/21/26 - vendor change in progress; Hood filters clean and free of soils per observation
590.006/6-501.14-C
74
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Remove and ensure food is properly stored elevated at least 6" off the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed napkins / debris behind multiple seats in Theater 8 and cups / utensil around low temp machine in bar area. Clean to remove all debris / trash / utensils from all floors
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired September 2025. PIC confirmed scheduled cleaning 1/21/26; Hood filters clean and free of soils per observation
590.006/6-501.14-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Provide additional service report prior to re-inspection due to complaint and findings listed on 1/20/26 report
590.006/6-501.111-C
82
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed in theatre 2. Clean and sanitize all areas.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture observed hanging from the ceiling in theatre 3. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
90
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed in theatre 2. Clean and sanitize all areas.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture observed hanging from the ceiling in theatre 3. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
90
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture observed hanging from the ceiling in theatre 3. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed in theatre 2. Clean and sanitize all areas.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Nov 8, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture observed hanging from the ceiling in theatre 3. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed in theatre 2. Clean and sanitize all areas.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Oct 24, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature fly activity throughout service area. Weekly pest report provided with treatment plan. Continue maintaining floors dry and debris removed.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Observed small debris underneath multiple recliners in theatre #6. Clean with frequency within theatres to eliminate harborage of food spills / debris
590.006/6-501.12-C
86
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity reported. At the time of inspection there was no visible evidence. PIC will forward the last 2 reports and all reports from ecologic to review.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Sep 20, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity reported. At the time of inspection there was no visible evidence. PIC will forward the last 2 reports and all reports from ecologic to review.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity reported. At the time of inspection there was no visible evidence. PIC will forward the last 2 reports and all reports from ecologic to review.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Per last pest report there was noted activity in theatre 8 storage cabinet and fly activity in the kitchen. continue to service areas to result a clean pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Per last pest report there was noted activity in theatre 8 storage cabinet and fly activity in the kitchen. continue to service areas to result a clean pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a gap in the floor with exposed wood and cement. Repair and close properly.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Per last pest report there were noted catches from mice activity. Provide updated pest control report to reflect no activity.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy mice activity identified inside establishment. Catches noted on pest control report. IPM report provided by pic. Ecologic will service by reinspection date of 6.25.24 to review noted activity.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead mice behind on the snap trap and floor behind the screen. Remove and Clean area
590.006/6-501.112-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a gap in the floor with exposed wood and cement. Repair and close properly.
590.006/6-501.11-C
82
Jun 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy mice activity identified inside establishment. Catches noted on pest control report. IPM report provided by pic. Ecologic will service by reinspection date of 6.25.24 to review noted activity.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead mice behind on the snap trap and floor behind the screen. Remove and Clean area
590.006/6-501.112-C
86
Jun 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Catches noted on pest control report. Provide the last 3 pest control report and an IPM report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jun 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 24, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and debri on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.16-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks with heavy soils. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
90
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alamo Drafthouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Alamo Drafthouse on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 26 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Alamo Drafthouse?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at Alamo Drafthouse.
How does Alamo Drafthouse compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Alamo Drafthouse most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Alamo Drafthouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alamo Drafthouse have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Alamo Drafthouse means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Alamo Drafthouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Alamo Drafthouse is inspected around 11 times per year on average.
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