Bella Vista

288 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113

Italian

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Bella Vista appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 1, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly zero violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average sits at 86, which Bella Vista's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Changes to the " winter menu" is missing the dosclosure / reminder fior foods offered under cooked - Address where needed

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Compromised chlorine test strips on site - replace

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units where needed throughout the restaurant from all visible food spills stains and soils

590.004/4-602.13-C

Apr 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)

Inspector notes: Voluntary closure of establishment for power outage and water damage from fire in upstairs apartment. Contact ISD Health supervisor in the morning to discuss how to proceed. Provide reciepts from cleaning service. Wash and sanitize all exposed equipment. All foods embargoed. ISD responding to fire per BFD. Fire upstairs- not in establishment.

590.008/8-404.11-PF

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bella Vista last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bella Vista on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Bella Vista compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Bella Vista most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Bella Vista's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Bella Vista have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bella Vista means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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