Cafe Porto Bello
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
82
Score
Cafe Porto Bello has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Compared to other South Boston restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Prep sink does not appear to have an air gap supply pumbers report with work done or what work needs to be done.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: 1) Filters with grease build up clean to remove 2) Hood stickers at main cooking line and at pizza over expired in December 2025 Have cleaned by licensed hood cleaning company with BFD and new sticker put in place
590.004/4-202.18-C
82
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed slicing cheese without gloves. Retrain staff on food prep sately. PIC directed staff member to utilize gloves. Advised to discard pieces cut at the time of inspection.
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheeses and sliced meats without proper labeling. Provide date and proper identification on all products.
590.003/3-602.11-C
82
Feb 28, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled utensils in the handsink. PIC removed when observed. and cleaned handsink. DC utilizing handsink for any purposes other then washing hands.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Debis build up on top of dish machine. Clean to remove Ice build up on the floor in walk in freezer located in the basement. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-C
86
Jul 13, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Customers coming into the kitchenn area to mspeak with chef during hours of food operation - discontinue practices
590.003/3-306.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove all loose debris collecting inside the hand sink nin the prep kitchen area - keep clear and maintain clean during food prep
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all sponges stored inside the three bat sink - discontinue using to clean pots and pans
590.004/4-101.16-C
74
Apr 12, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Jan 25, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Variances (c)
Inspector notes: There is no service sink and dumping soiled mop water outside - Written request for service sink if there is no room for sink discontinue dumping outside.and request to have a variance to dump in toilet
590.008/8-103.15-C
90
Jan 18, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Variances (c)
Inspector notes: There is no service sink and dumping soiled mop water outside - Written request for service sink if there is no room for sink discontinue dumping outside.and request to have a variance to dump in toilet
590.008/8-103.15-C
90
Jan 9, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Variances (c)
Inspector notes: There is no service sink and dumping soiled mop water outside - Written request for service sink if there is no room for sink discontinue dumping outside.and request to have a variance to dump in toilet
590.008/8-103.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
90
Dec 29, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Variances (c)
Inspector notes: There is no service sink and dumping soiled mop water outside - Written request for service sink if there is no room for sink discontinue dumping outside.and request to have a variance to dump in toilet
590.008/8-103.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: I observed rodent droppings on staircase leading to the basement- Provide a current pest report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-C
86
Dec 15, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: I observed Soiled Pizza Cutter and Knife on the counter with food soils - Properly clean food contact equipment by wash rinse and sanitize. COS
590.004/4-602.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw Chicken stored over ready to eat food Raw whole shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods - Discontinue storing raw poultry over ready to eat foods. COS
590.003/3-302.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink on the cookline was blocked by large trash bin was equipped with soap and papertowels.- Discontinue obstructing handwash sink make it easily accessible for staff
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: No Date marking on Prepared foods stored in walk in or low boys for 24 hours or more - Date mark all foods that is prepared and stored for 24 hr or more
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Variances (c)
Inspector notes: There is no service sink and dumping soiled mop water outside - Written request for service sink if there is no room for sink discontinue dumping outside.and request to have a variance to dump in toilet
590.008/8-103.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: I observed rodent droppings on staircase leading to the basement- Provide a current pest report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Active Certified Food Protection Manager available- Provide a current or proof Certification from an accredited food safety program
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths soiled and on counters throughout- Store all wiping cloths in sanitizer solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
50
May 20, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Porto Bello last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Porto Bello on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Porto Bello?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Cafe Porto Bello.
How does Cafe Porto Bello compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Cafe Porto Bello most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Cafe Porto Bello's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Porto Bello have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Porto Bello 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 Cafe Porto Bello inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Porto Bello is inspected around three times per year on average.
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