Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle

295 Huntington Av, Boston, MA 02115

Italian

Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2024, Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 4, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to 11 violations.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 4, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Sandwich/salad open top prep refrigeration 69 F (unit was not turned on prior to placing TCS food in unit) Cut tomatoes 55 F Cream cheese 56 F PIC removed food items from unit

590.003/3-501.16-P

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of flies in food prep/ware washing/back storage areas Provide extermination IPM report to treat and control flies from a licensed pest control profession (IPM fact sheet provided via email) Front and back doors open - Keep closed

590.006/6-501.111-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Visible food soils on interior and exterior of flour bins

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Back room - Floors walls and ceiling unfinished Back hall/storage area - Chipped paint on ceiling attachment

590.006/6-501.11-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from premises Personal items stored in ware washing/food areas

590.006/6-501.114-C

Intensity-lighting (c)

Inspector notes: No lighting in back prep/hand sink/food storage area

590.006/6-303.11-C

Covering receptacles (c)

Inspector notes: Provide covers for all waste receptacles - throughout

590.005/5-501.113-C

Food preparation (c)

Inspector notes: Prep tables and Waffle irons in back room which is not approved for this establishment for food prep - Floors walls ceiling attachement are unfinished - no hand washing facilities Scrubs pads and food soiled food container stored in food prep sink

590.003/3-305.14-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Food (flour) open and is stored under hand sink (PIC took corrective action during inspection) Waffle irons stored on floor in ware washing areas Using crates to stored food products etc

590.003/3-305.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Bulk food bins not labeled

590.003/3-302.12-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Food handler not wearing hair restraint

590.002/2-402.11-C

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Closing toilet room doors (c)

Inspector notes: Bathroom doors not self closing

590.006/6-501.19-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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