Capo Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
67
Score
Capo Restaurant has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “shell stock maintaining identification” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in South Boston average 87, so Capo Restaurant trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed incomplete shell stock tags (clams). Discussed with PIC to ensure to include the last date sold on upon completion of food as required
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure gloves are being worn while in operations with food handling. COS
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed filters with heavy dust on ice machine and food spills inside 2 door upright freezer (Biscuits). Thoroughly clean to remove all dust and food spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed door sweeps damaged at Exit doors. Replace to ensure tight fitting without light entering allowing pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Pest report provided 3/18/26 - one capture in basement storage area. Provide next week service report for review
590.006/6-501.111-C
67
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure gloves are being worn while in operations with food handling. COS
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed incomplete shell stock tags (clams). Discussed with PIC to ensure to include the last date sold on upon completion of food as required
590.003/3-203.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed filters with heavy dust on ice machine and food spills inside 2 door upright freezer (Biscuits). Thoroughly clean to remove all dust and food spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Pest report provided 3/18/26 - one capture in basement storage area. Provide next week service report for review
590.006/6-501.111-C
70
Nov 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: A live cockroach was observed at the rear of the underbar.Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the location
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove broken glass from beside the dish machine Basement prep:Clean the floor to remove excess water from in front of the ice machines.
590.006/6-501.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: The handsink next to the ice machines is leaking from the drainpipe.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: There are several gaps around the base of the middle brick columns possible pest access. Repair/seal all gaps
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Oct 16, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: 50lbs of risotto temp 45F per PIC the risotto was made on 10/13/24. PIC voluntarily discarded the 50lbs of risotto. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 38F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE foods. Discontinue. Corrected on site by PIC
590.003/3-302.11-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: PIzza station handsnks observed without handsoap. Provide (theres 4 more hansinks in close proximity fully stocked)
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine observed soiled exterior of 3 basin and disshwasher downstairs observed soiled by visible food spills. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main handsink observed blocked by multiple squeze bottles. Discontinue and maintain accessible for handwash only and to prevent contamination. Corrected on site by PIC. Observed multiple handwashing by various staff during inspection.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to retrain staff on P's and PF's violation noted.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed live mice running downstairs in the storage area. PIC to email current IPM report from a licensed exterminator to : inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored in the main kitchen area. Resurface/ replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple condiment containers at cook line squeeze bottles and storage bin observed without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed stagnant water stored under 3 basin downstairs. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Bar dishwasher gauge observed not operating. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple employees belonging observed stored on top of food article and supply. Discontinue.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration units and walking unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide
590.004/4-204.112-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple restrooms observed without employee must wash hand signage. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
30
May 11, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw ground meat and raw chicken observed being prepared in close proximity to fresh mozzerella and cut peppers. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Cherry stones in walkin cooler with no shellstock tag. Product volunatrily discarded.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Consumer advisory font size is too small. Increase to 11 point or above.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Table top frialator in use. Remove or place under hood and ansul approved by BFD.
590.006/6-304.11-C
Anti-choking
Inspector notes: No choke save certificate. Provide. ursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
590.009(E)
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Visible soils on ceiling above oven in basment kitchen. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jul 20, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food disposition (p)
Inspector notes: Container of prepared olive salad was dated 7/12 and not discarded after 7 days - Discarded by PIC and rotate all products past date thats marked passed the 7 days
590.003/3-501.18-P
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Ice machine in food prep area is soiled around the interior perimeter- Clean to remove soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping not stored in sanitizer solution. - Store all soiled wiping cloths in sanitizer solution for proper sanitization
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Capo Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Capo Restaurant on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Capo Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “shell stock maintaining identification” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Capo Restaurant.
How does Capo Restaurant compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Capo Restaurant most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Capo Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Capo Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Capo Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Capo Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Capo Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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