Boardwalk Southie
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Boardwalk Southie, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for South Boston sits at 87, putting Boardwalk Southie on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/25. Provide proof of updated maintenance.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/25. Provide proof of updated maintenance.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water knob not operating on the handsink. Repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink observed with heavy grime build up. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
86
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed the hot water knob not operating at the handsink. PIC states a repair request was submitted. Advised to confirm repair date for repair. Instructed to utilize handsink on the other side of wall. Provide a repair report from a licensed plumber once the repair is completed.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dry cloths stored in the handsink. PIC removed. Retrain staff on proper use of handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing paper towels. Provide at all times
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Missing valid food safe certificate. Provide and post.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple handsinks with heavy soils and grime build up. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
64
Feb 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 2, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling surface under rear stairwell in back area with water damaged rotted wood. Detemermine source of moisture and make all neccessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag is expired. Provide current.
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling surface under rear stairwell in back area with water damaged rotted wood. Detemermine source of moisture and make all neccessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors in back room with visible soils. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag is expired. Provide current.
590.006/6-501.14-C
86
Aug 8, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Small electric pizza oven for reheating slices and pizza warmer at front counter without handsink. Install handsink or relocate equipment into kitchen with access to handwashing facilities.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
90
May 30, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Cashier dispensing pizza without access to handwashing. Remove pizza from the area until handwashing facilities are provided.
590.002/2-301.12-P
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Small electric pizza oven for reheating slices and pizza warmer at front counter without handsink. Install handsink or relocate equipment into kitchen with access to handwashing facilities.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Consumer advisory for burgers missing on menu board and online menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Pizza warmer inoperable. Pizza in unit removed from service. Pizza oven middle oven inoperable. Repair.
590.004/4-501.11-C
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken wings being cooled in deep covered container. COS.
590.003/3-501.15-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster is full and overflowing. Increase pickups as necessary.
590.005/5-502.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Old walkin cooler wall sections stainless steel table and out of use equipment in trash area. REMOVE.
590.005/5-501.115-C
52
Nov 21, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Uspension of permit with notice (p)
Inspector notes: Establishment issued next day notice. New ownership. No Permit. Apply for permit in person at 1010 Massachusetts Ave 4th floor within 24 hours. Currently not operating.
590.014(B)/SummaryS-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity. Provide updated pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Other liquid wastes and rainwater (c)
Inspector notes: Wet floor in corner of basement with moist conditions. Make all necessary repairs. Clean and disinfect all affected areas.
590.005/5-403.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors with visible soils and mice droppings around mixer in kitchen. Clean all surfaces of visible soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Remove flaking paint and seal wall in back room off kitchen.
590.006/6-101.11-C
67
Aug 17, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Uspension of permit with notice (p)
Inspector notes: Establishment issued next day notice. New ownership. No Permit. Apply for permit in person at 1010 Massachusetts Ave 4th floor within 24 hours. Currently not operating.
590.014(B)/SummaryS-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity. Provide updated pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Other liquid wastes and rainwater (c)
Inspector notes: Wet floor in corner of basement with moist conditions. Make all necessary repairs. Clean and disinfect all affected areas.
590.005/5-403.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors with visible soils and mice droppings around mixer in kitchen. Clean all surfaces of visible soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Boardwalk Southie last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Boardwalk Southie on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Boardwalk Southie?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Boardwalk Southie.
How does Boardwalk Southie compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Boardwalk Southie most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Boardwalk Southie's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Boardwalk Southie have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Boardwalk Southie 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 Boardwalk Southie inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Boardwalk Southie is inspected around three times per year on average.
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