Arboretum Grill

4021 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131
American
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Arboretum Grill has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 28, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Roslindale restaurant scores 85. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop and bucket observed being stored directly next to the Large stand mixer. Discontinue and store appropriately to ensure no contamination the stand mixer.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood andd Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Jan. 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection date.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Dec 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent dropping in the basment under the shelving. PIC provided an updated IPM report from March 25. Exterminator is due to come out this week. Provide updated pest report. Clean to remove all rodent droppings.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired Feb 2025. PIC called the hood company and they stated they would be out on Monday April 28th. The hood and filters are clean no evidence of grease.
590.006/6-501.14-C
86
Oct 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 7, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 30, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: provide thermometers as needed for 2 reachins
590.004/4-204.112-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: provide adequate lighting in cellar storage area.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: clean ceiling light cover ad dusty ceiling vents
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: provide food grade containers NSF approved for all sugar and salt large containers
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: repair 2 defective freezer doors as needed that have taped panels/repalace or repair all defective or worn gaskets
590.004/4-501.11-C
78
Jul 5, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: provide thermometers as needed for 2 reachins
590.004/4-204.112-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: provide adequate lighting in cellar storage area.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: clean ceiling light cover ad dusty ceiling vents
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: provide food grade containers NSF approved for all sugar and salt large containers
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: repair 2 defective freezer doors as needed that have taped panels/repalace or repair all defective or worn gaskets/replace all residential refrigeration with commercial
590.004/4-501.11-C
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arboretum Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arboretum Grill on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arboretum Grill?

Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Arboretum Grill.

How does Arboretum Grill compare to other restaurants in Roslindale?

Arboretum Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Roslindale average of 85.

Has Arboretum Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Arboretum Grill have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Arboretum Grill 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 Arboretum Grill inspected?

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