Aquitaine
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026
95
Score
Aquitaine appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Jan 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “cleaning floors dustless methods” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Compared to the broader Roxbury restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The cement steps leading into the rear entrance were observed damaged(possible entry point for rodents).Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Dec 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent activity around the grease trap & in the boiler room(droppings).Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection. Upon re-inspection (12.3.25)--Pest report still showing minor activity provide additional service & reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The cement steps leading into the rear entrance were observed damaged(possible entry point for rodents).Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
86
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent activity around the grease trap & in the boiler room(droppings).Provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the molding on the lower stairs leading to the basement prep room.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor around the grease trap to remove evidence of rodent droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The cement steps leading into the rear entrance were observed damaged(possible entry point for rodents).Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors & wall of the trash room to remove soils & grease spill on the floor.
590.006/6-201.11-C
74
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat items.Properly stored raw items below RTE items.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent droppings observed around the ice machine.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. PIC instructed to assess the location for an access point and repair as needed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the ice machine to remove evidence of rodent droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
74
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Trash room:Clean the floor to remove excess debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide "Handwash only" signage at the handsinks.
590.006/6-301.14-C
90
Sep 3, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior white panel of the ice machine observed with soils. Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence observed of rodent activity(droppings). Discussed with the PIC to contact the pest control company for service & provide a detailed pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize affected locations
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: There are holes and gaps located at the bottom 3 steps leading to the basement prep.(possible pest access) Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors to remove evidence of rodent droppings. (PIC correcting) Trash room:Clean the floor to remove excess debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk storage bins.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the dining room is leaking(possibly from the above apartment) Repair as needed Building facilities has been notified.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide "Handwash only" signage at the handsinks.
590.006/6-301.14-C
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Jun 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Provide an air gap at the prep sink drain.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags missing the last served/sold datemarking.Maintain shellstock tags in chronological order for 90 days with the datemarking of the last served or sold.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a Quats & chlorine test klits on site (test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors of the bar reach in units to remove soils/spills.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: High temp dish machine wash guage is not operating.Repair Rinse reading 182F
590.004/4-502.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the burnt out light bulb above the cook line
590.006/6-303.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the liquor closet floor to remove evidence of dead insects. (address any issues with pest control)
590.006/6-501.13-C
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Aug 29, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple items on production line with elevated temperatures. Anchovies 52F feta cheese 49F. Person in charge discarded items. Employee covered production line with lids.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in basement prep area observed with pots and pans inside sink. Person in charge removed.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Knife holder on production line obsevred with soils. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink on production line obsevred leaking. Repair as necessary.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Hole in ceiling in bathroom. Repair.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
61
May 17, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: No power or water at location due to flood from sprinkler break in adjacent building. Establishment has voluntarily closed.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize all effected equiptment in basement hallway and surrounding areas.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling in upstairs bathroom is damaged and caving due to leaking water. Basement ceiling is observed wet soiled and bubbling with water damage. Repair and replace.
590.006/6-201.16-C
78
Sep 14, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken on cookline at 57F. Chef indicated he had cooked prior and placed directly on cookline. Chef discarded.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods. Person in charge corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in basement prep area has soiled knives in it. Hand sink should only be used for hands.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Slicer has food debris. Ice machine has heavy visable mold build up inside and outside of the unit. Clean to remove all soils.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils in stagnet water. Discontinue.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Squeeze bottles on cookline are not labeled. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Dishwasher is leaking. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aquitaine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aquitaine on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aquitaine?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning floors dustless methods” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Aquitaine.
How does Aquitaine compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Aquitaine most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Aquitaine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aquitaine have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Aquitaine 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 Aquitaine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aquitaine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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