Bacco Ristorante & Bar

107 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113

Italian

Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Bacco Ristorante & Bar, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 22, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.

Looking across the full record, “walls and ceilings attachments” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Bacco Ristorante & Bar is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 22, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure the mop sink in the basmeent is clean after use and has all barriers set up in place

590.005/5-203.13-C

May 27, 2025

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)

Inspector notes: Maintain clean the alleyway and all surrounding surfaces from visible loose trash and debris

590.005/5-501.115-C

Storage areas rooms and receptacles capacity and availability (c)

Inspector notes: Current dumpster is missing the entire cover - rteplace immediately or provide a brand nee receptacle with an attached lid

590.005/5-501.16-C

Drain boards (c)

Inspector notes: Set up additional drain boards above the three bay sink so residule water can drip inside the basins when air drying

590.004/4-301.13-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving panel underneath stainless steel tables where needed

590.004/4-101.19-C

Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the basin after use - keep all in use wet mops stored inside the sink - additional sanitizer [ Bleach ] works well to soak the mops head in while being stored

590.005/5-203.13-C

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 14, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent droppings in the rear of the restaurant / driveway / trash storage location - address immediately

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Address all comprised locations around the perimeter of the restaurant to help reduce potential rodent activity around the eaterior of the restaurant

590.006/6-202.15-C

Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the exterior of the grease barrel in the rear of the restaurant from visible grease and grime

590.005/5-501.110-C

Grease trap(c)

Inspector notes: Clean to remove visible grease and grime

590.005/5-402.12-C

Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the basin after each use [ dispensing compromised water down the slop sink shall stay odorous if not kept clean after use attracting potential rodents

590.005/5-203.13-C

Receptacles (c)

Inspector notes: Clean as needed throughout the day especially when emptied

590.005/5-501.13-C

Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure the area above the ice machine is [ clean - smooth - durable and non absorbant surfaces ] where needed

590.006/6-201.17-C

Nov 14, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)

Inspector notes: Several areas of the metal shelves inside the refrigerated walk-in unt have begun to rust - resurface as discussed so the compromised areas are corrosive free and visibly clean

590.004/4-101.11-C

Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)

Inspector notes: Several areas of the plaster ceiling have sm all exposed area above the refrigeration unit and small prep table - ensure all areas are [clean - smooth - durable and non absorbant ] as we discussed during the inspection

590.006/6-201.16-C

Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Exposed wiring in the basement ceiling where it meets the wall should be covered and identied as we discussed to reduce a potential incident - address as discussed

590.006/6-201.17-C

Jul 14, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Fully cooked risotto is stored in with raw poultry veal and meats - removed and discarded - store completely segragted from all raw foods as discussed

590.003/3-302.11-P

Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)

Inspector notes: Replace all visibly compromised red cutting boards in the kitchen and behind the bar downstairs

590.004/4-202.11-PF

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all designated hand sinks are properly identified as such - hand washing only

590.006/6-301.14-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Remove soiled ladder and other loose debris beside the ice machine on the first floor

590.006/6-501.114-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: No allergen awareness certificate on site - address as discusseed

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cleran exterior of all refrigertaion and freezer units where needed - exterior of all cooking equipment - exterior of all bulk food storage bins from all food spills stains and soils -

590.004/4-602.13-C

(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)

Inspector notes: Clean linens stored on visibly soiled shelves in a segragared closet area in the basement - remove and store as discussed

590.004/4-903.11-C1

Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)

Inspector notes: Replace compromised ceiling tiles above the ice machine as well as above the cooking line in the kitchen upstairs above the bar

590.006/6-201.16-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bacco Ristorante & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bacco Ristorante & Bar on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bacco Ristorante & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “walls and ceilings attachments” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bacco Ristorante & Bar.

How does Bacco Ristorante & Bar compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Bacco Ristorante & Bar most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Bacco Ristorante & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Bacco Ristorante & Bar have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bacco Ristorante & Bar 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 Bacco Ristorante & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bacco Ristorante & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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