Alma Gaucha
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Alma Gaucha nine times, with records going back to 2022. Alma Gaucha was last inspected on Apr 9, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Alma Gaucha on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked brussel sprouts stored at hot buffet @ 119F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above for all hot items. PIC removed
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cut fruits stored / held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking @ dessert station. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed filter on ice machine dusty and food spills on bulk containers plus upright freezer unit filter. Clean to remove all dust and food spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature flies througout kitchen / dessert station and bar areas. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed pest control for immediate services and ensure sanitation is met to prevent activity
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a thermometer to store inside all refrigerated units and walk in coolers
590.004/4-204.112-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris and stagnant water in kitchen prep area and along warewashing area. Ensure floors are dry and clean
590.006/6-201.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed open cut fruits stored on shelves uncovered at dessert station. Provide a cover / lid to protect from contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed scoopers / utensils stored in stagnant water at dessert station; main kitchen prep and bar areas. Remove and ensure utensils are clean / dry and sanitized then stored on clean surfaces
590.003/3-304.12-C
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Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed black beans and cooked beef stored in 2 door sliding refrigerated unit @ 50F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed grease spills on cooking range; food spills inside stacked hot holding cabinet; dusty ice filters (both). Thoroughly clean with frequency of all stated equipment and ensure cleaning is maintained
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at multiple handsinks in main kitchen. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain all handsinks fully stocked with handsoap
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Remove and maintain all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are properly stored elevated at least 6" off the floor in walk in cooler.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed condensation inside refrigerated unit @ salad station in kitchen. Repair and ensure properly operating without condensation
590.004/4-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed lots of water on floor near low temp machine and 3 bay compartment. Remove water and maintain floor dry
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Sep 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted no Vomit and Diarrhea procedures on site. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dish machine at the bar not registering any sanitizer with the strip. Monitor/ COS by the PIC by priming the sanitizer Strip retested at 50PPM
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Noted cutting board in the cookline heavily scored. Provide
590.004/4-501.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Noted ice scoop at the bar stored in the ice bin touching the ice. Remove and store handle above the ice or in a container
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Noted food stored in the dry storage not abpve 6 inches from the floor. Store 6 inches above the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
70
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker exp 11/24. Scheduled cleaning for 12/3/24 proof provided.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jul 10, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer was hooked up to low temperature dish machine. Corrected on site. Retrain staff to maintain sanitizer in unit and test with proper test kit.
590.004/4-501.114-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Instruct wait staff to wash hands after clearing tables and subsequently serving tableside meat skewers carved to plate in dining room.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No chlorine test kit for low temp dish machine (chorline) provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC produced wrong test kit when asked to check low temp dish machine. Machine found without sanitizer. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Wait station handsink obstructed with a soda cooler and prep table warewashing area handsink obstructed with shelving and trash can. Maintain free access. COS.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Walls and ceilings constructed around dry storage area with exposed wall board. Seal. Contact ISD building department to ensure proper permits have been pulled.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer. COS.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
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Feb 13, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken salad 50F potato salad 47F. Product made within the hour removed from service and placed into freezer to cool to below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No menu is given for dine in. Provide menu with consumer advisories for foods served raw or undercooked. Website menu missing advisories on "prime meats" section.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Back dry storage space with open ceiling and exposed utility pipes. Provdie properly constructed floors walls and ceilings that are smooth durable easily cleanable. Rubber floor coating on stairs to the area is damaged. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wares accumulating in the warewashing area. Wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry soiled equipment with the proper frequency.
590.004/4-501.14-C
64
Oct 5, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cut melon on buffet is 54F. Watermelon is 52F. Product removed from service and cooled to below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Grilled salmon in hot holding cabinet is 120F. Mashed potatoes are 114F. Product prepared within the hour rethermalized to above 165F and returned to service. COS.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PSI gauge with broken lense. Replace. Machine does not appear to have wash/rinse temperature gauges. Provide.
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No chlorine test kit for low temp dish machine. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(b) and (c) consumer self-service operations (pf)
Inspector notes: Buffet not being monitored properly. Observed child retrieve cut melon with bare hands. Product volunatrily discarded. Retrain staff to monitor.
590.003/3-306.13-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity in rear storage area with what appears to be mice droppings on floor. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Warewashing machine data plate operation specifications (c)
Inspector notes: Date plate is worn and indeciphireable. Replace.
590.004/4-204.113-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors in dry storage room of heavy buildup of soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: shrimp defrosting in standing water. COS.
590.003/3-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Broken tiles near threshold to kitchen. Repair.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Heating ventilation air conditioning system vents (c)
Inspector notes: Clean HVAC vents above kitchen.
590.006/6-202.12-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light bulb out in cookline hood. Replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Several holes in drywall in dry storage area with evidence of mice activity. Seal walls with pest proof materials. No door sweep on door to utility closet with large gap at bottom of door. Seal with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
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May 27, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Returned food and re-service of food (p)
Inspector notes: Hollowed out cheese wheel is served on buffet and reused daily. Discontinue
590.003/3-306.14-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff member handling raw chicken with gloved hands and change tasks without first removing gloves and washing hands. Retrain staff.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Cases of raw chicken stored above ready to eat foods in walkin cooler. Store properly.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Several handsinks are blocked by trash barrells and equipment inside sinks. Maintain free access.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: The PIC is not monitoring employee handwashing seperation of raw animal foods and cross contimantion. Retrain staff. Assume active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) & (c) responsibility of permit holder person in charge and conditional employees (p)
Inspector notes: Confirmed ill staff member was working at the time of inspection. Suspect employee did not self report to the on site PIC of diagnosis as is required. Staff member was immediately told to leave. Rertrain staff.
590.002(E)/2-201.11-P
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler touch raw chicken with gloved hands then subsequently touch walkin door handle. Contaminated Surfaces where instructed to be sanitized. Retrain staff.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: Food employee preparing chicken heart skewers at soiled three compartment sink. COS.
590.003/3-305.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Alma Gaucha last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Alma Gaucha on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Alma Gaucha?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Alma Gaucha.
How does Alma Gaucha compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Alma Gaucha most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Alma Gaucha's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alma Gaucha have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Alma Gaucha means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Alma Gaucha inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Alma Gaucha is inspected around two times per year on average.
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