Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
90
Score
Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Roslindale restaurant scores 85. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on equipment storage shelving provide current pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jan 23, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on equipment storage shelving provide current pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must provide and maintain temp log for school lunch meals.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean grease container to remove visible soil.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: No labels on some bulk food containers provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of cardboard box as shelving liner and provide commercial grade liner.
590.004/4-101.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean sides and between cooking equipment to remove visibles sales.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles missing replace.
590.006/6-501.11-C
64
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled counters and shelving. Clean and sanitize counters shelving and kitchen equipment. Observed debris inside the reach in refrigerator located next to the 2 door reach in front line. Clean to remove debris.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a bucket with stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair leak.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled pots and pans inside the prep sink. Remove soiled pots and pans and ensure staff is not using the prep sink to store soiled pots and pans.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Obseved debris and leaves on the grounds next to the dumpster outside. Clean grounds around the trash area.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dust on the fans and ceiling. Clean fans and ceiling to remove dust.
590.006/6-201.17-C
74
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity under the chips and under the shelving where the pizzas are made. Contact licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report. Clean to remove rodent droppings.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed trash debris and leaves in and around the trash area. Observed equipment being stored outside. Remove all unnessary equipment and ensure that the ground are being being swept and cleaned every day.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Provide door sweeps to all exterior doors.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build up under the stove and fryolators. Clean floors to remove heavy grease build up.
590.006/6-201.11-C
78
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove dust from the ceiling vents and on the fans.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Repair or replace trash lides on the dumpser. Ensure that they are always closed. Clean around trash areas to remove debis on the ground.
590.005/5-501.15-C
90
Apr 8, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed pizzas being held at 65F or room temperature. Ensure that the heater is turned on and pizzas are being held at 135F or higher.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Took temperatures of Sliced tomatoes- 49F Cheese- 52F Mushrooms-49F located in the flip top unit. Ensure that unit is at 41F or below and that all food items are 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed deli meats not date marked located in the 2 door reach in refrigeration unit next to the front counter. Provide proper date marking.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Lights are not properly shielded. Provide proper shielding over the light or replace with the proper bulbs that have the protection around them.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpsters are full and the lids are not closed. PIC stated that trash is picked up later today or tomorrow. Ensure trash lids are being closed and all trash is removed.
590.005/5-501.13-C
61
Oct 23, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Buffalo pizza hot holding temperature at 120F shall at 135F for hot holding.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of mice near dough machine.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Maintain temperature log for food delivered at programs.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Not draining properly repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: No cover on diced tomatoes and protection for exposed pizzas on top of oven provide.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor infront of rear exit door in disrepair repair.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Some light bulbs for the pizza holding unit are not operating replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Gap opening at rear exit repair.
590.006/6-202.15-C
55
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked meatballs in the front steam table at 116F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Meatballs to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knife observed being stored in between wall and steam table. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Lights above the preparation table in the back room with no shields. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet at the front service area not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Additional hand sinks in teh rear to be used until repairs. have been completed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
64
Oct 12, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: No labels on some condiment squeeze bottles.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor soiled below cooking equipment clean.
590.006/6-201.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: cooking equipment sides and inbetween soiled clean.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior grounds to remove empty buckets and loose trash.
590.006/6-501.114-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box.
How does Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box compare to other restaurants in Roslindale?
Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Roslindale average of 85.
Has Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box 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 Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Boston House of Pizza/Lunch Box is inspected around three times per year on average.
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