Anoush Ella
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
64
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Anoush Ella stretching back to 2022. Anoush Ella was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food storage containers identified with common name of food”, showing up five times.
Restaurants in Roxbury average 83, so Anoush Ella trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hose construction and identification (p)
Inspector notes: Clean floors underneath and behind all cooking equipment from visible food spills
590.005/5-302.16-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove stobbotn soils on the cutting boards where needed - replace if soils cannot be removed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label all bulk food storage bins to properly identify the contents [ flour - sugar- masa - corn starch - salt ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC on site does not have a current food safety certificate - address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heavily soiled vents in the hood and soak overnight to assist in removing stubborn soils and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly [ one for ready to eat foods - one for raw foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
64
Oct 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed walnut harissa and eggplant stored at beverage station between 47F-50F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired May 2025. PIC left messae with company while on site. Submit confirmation to the Health division of appointment
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored on the service line undidentified. Provide labels on squeeze bottles with the common name of the food item stored inside.
590.003/3-302.12-C
78
Apr 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed harissa / hummus stored on service line between 45F-50F. Discussed with Chef to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels @ first hand sink in basement prep area. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels @ all handsinks for proper handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored on knife rack; food spills on white bulk containers; food spills on flat grill next to ovens; food spills on prep tables and heavy food debris on low temp dishmachine. Clean to remove all spills / soils from stated equipment or utensils and maintain contact surfaces clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature fly activity at bar area. PIC provided previous pest report (April 2025) with no indication of activity. Please schedule additional service for pest activity prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed white bulk containers and squeeze bottles on the line without labels. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside.
590.003/3-302.12-C
61
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed eggplant and chick peas stored @ the bar line between 45F-47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC replaced on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired August 2024. PIC contact hood cleaning company while on site - scheduled 11/14/24
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soils / spills inside single door upright freezer in basement prep kitchen. Clean to remove all spills /soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Apr 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken and lentil rice stored in hot holding cabinet ranging 97F - 119F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC reheated in oven. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed Harissa / Cucumber salad mix ranging between 46F - 48F at beverage station. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC replaced
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies upstairs near cooking line and beverage station. Provide must current pest report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed squeeze bottles and multiple bulk containers without labels. Provide a label on all bulk container and squeeze bottles with the common name of food item stored inside.
590.003/3-302.12-C
64
May 8, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cook line staff without hair restraints. Provide for prevention of contamination
590.002/2-402.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed squeeze bottles with out labels at cooking / service line. Provide labeling of common name of food items
590.003/3-302.12-C
90
Feb 23, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed no running water in establishment due to burst pipe in building. Contact a licensed plumber for repairs and provide plumbers report 8-304.11
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2022
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 potato wedges stored @ 93F under heating lamp. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F or above. PIC discarded and replaced - temping @ 151F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies in kitchen prep. Provide pest report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not monitoring efficient supplies for handwashing nor the scheduled cleaning of the hood. Discussed with PIC to ensure the proper handwashing procedures are taken place and the maintenance of the hood be in compliance at all times
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand soap missing at handsink. Discussed with PIC to provide and maintain for proper handwashing procedures. Additional handsinks available
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash signage missing from handsinks. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired August 2022. Instructed PIC to contact hood cleaning to schedule appt while on site. Message left on voicemail and will contact the Health department with appointment.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris on exterior of low temp machine. Clean to remove all debris
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled wiping cloths on prep tables. Remove and maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
590.003/3-304.14-C
52
Jun 14, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 20, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and soils on dish machine and prep tables. Clean exterior / around dish machine and prep tables.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired in December 2021. PIC contacted hood company while on site to schedule. Instructed PIC to notify the Health department immediately with cleaning date. List of certified hood companies provided via email.
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Anoush Ella last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Anoush Ella on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Anoush Ella?
Across the inspection record, “food storage containers identified with common name of food” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Anoush Ella.
How does Anoush Ella compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Anoush Ella most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Anoush Ella's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Anoush Ella have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Anoush Ella means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Anoush Ella inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Anoush Ella is inspected around three times per year on average.
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