Aqua Pazza

135 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109

Italian

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Aqua Pazza has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 15, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “backflow prevention device location” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Aqua Pazza is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Backflow prevention device location (c)

Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Provide prep sink and safe alternative to wash produce fruits and vegetables

590.005/5-204.12-C

Dec 18, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Backflow prevention air gap (p)

Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Provide prep sink and safe alternative to wash produce fruits and vegetables (11.3.25)

590.005/5-202.13-P

Backflow prevention device location (c)

Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Provide prep sink and safe alternative to wash produce fruits and vegetables

590.005/5-204.12-C

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Backflow prevention air gap (p)

Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetables gets washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Provide prep sink and safe alternative to wash produce fruits and vegetables

590.005/5-202.13-P

Oct 4, 2024

Routine

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: The new revised menu is missing the proper consumer advisory

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Compromised [ chlorine ] test strips - replace

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Shucked shellfish packaging and identification (pf)

Inspector notes: I.D. tags are all over the place several missing - moving forward all shellfish identification tags will be organized properly - available for presentation on site when needed - keep them well organizwd and tidy easily accessible - daily weekly and monthly iand n chronological order as discussed

590.003/3-202.17-PF

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks where needed

590.006/6-301.14-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Set up accordingly as discussed

590.003/3-304.14-C

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all exposed foods inside the refrigeration units ae properly covered / sealed to prevent contamination

590.003/3-302.11-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: Food safety / allergen awareness certificates are expired and do not match the names of anyone working inside the restaurant - address as discussed

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Dec 5, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Shell stock identification (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all shell stock I.D. tags are clearly visible in each container as discussed - keep accurate shell stock i.d. tag records and well organized on site - store weekly - then monthly for easy accessability when needed

590.003/3-202.18-C

Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the two compromised ceiling tiles in the kitchen area where needed

590.006/6-201.16-C

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks in the kitchen as discussed during inspection [ Hand Washing Only ] the current signage posted behind the sinks should be for the resrrooms as they clearly state - all employees must wash hands properly before returning to work

590.006/6-301.14-C

Dec 1, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aqua Pazza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aqua Pazza on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aqua Pazza?

Across the inspection record, “backflow prevention device location” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Aqua Pazza.

How does Aqua Pazza compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Aqua Pazza most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Aqua Pazza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Aqua Pazza have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aqua Pazza 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 Aqua Pazza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aqua Pazza is inspected around two times per year on average.

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