Devlin's Restaurant
Last inspected: May 7, 2026
45
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Devlin's Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on May 7, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “in-use utensils between-use storage”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Brighton restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 7, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the cold holding unit in the main kitchen that hold the oysters multiple TCS foods at elevated temperatures: pico de gallo 52F shallot sauce 51F crab sauce 54F; the person in charge voluntarily discarded the raw shelled oysters but moved all other TCS items to the walk-in refrigerator as it is unknown how long the TCS items had been at elevated temperatures and the foods stay overnight in the cold holding unit not moved from the walk-in in the morning. Hold cold TCS items at 41F and below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: At the prep sinks there is a direct connection to the waste water system; have a licensed plumber pull proper permits and install an air gap at the prep sink.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: At the handwashing sink next to the double stack ovens observed washcloths stored in the basin and a food container stored on top of the basin blocking access; handwashing sinks should be accessible at all times and used only for handwashing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple shellstock tags held in records missing last sold or used date the oysters in the reach-in cooler did not have their shellstock tag attached to the container; retrain staff to fill out last used or sold date on all shellstock tags and maintain shellstock tags in the container with shellfish until last served or used.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: In the kitchen on the floors of the cookline the grout lines for the tiles are low and allowing for water to accumulate and pool; regrout the floors.
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: On the floor next to the grease interceptor and below the deep fat fryers the floor is heavily soiled with grease and food debris the slicer of the deli slicer is encrusted with food debris the french fry cutter in the basement is encrusted in grease and food debris; clean and sanitize of soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The gaskets for the reach-in unit holding the oysters are damaged and torn; repair or replace the gaskets.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple cold holding units without internal thermometers; provide internal thermometers in conspicuous locations in all cold holding units.
590.004/4-204.112-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In the main kitchen and in the basement prep kitchen observed in-use utensils stored in 100F water; in-use utensils should be stored on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: In the basement there is clutter from owner's other closed restaurants preventing proper cleaning and observation; organize or discard clutter in the basement.
590.006/6-501.114-C
45
Oct 10, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
590.002/2-402.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Pint cups used for scooping cooked rice and mayonnaise. Discard cups and use utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Drain for beer tap at main bar without hose for drainage. Provide drain hose to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-307.11-C
86
Mar 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Blanched french fries 80-90F in covered containers. Cooked in past hour. Lids removed and fries spread out. Cool foods completely to 40F before covered and storing.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
90
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Stewed chicken and chowder cooling in deep plastic containers at 135-145F. Cooked salmon in walk-in coveredin plastic container at 60F. Cooked quinoa in deep pan at 80F cooked in past hour rinse under water. Cool foods spread out in shallow pans. Do not store food covered until it is 41F.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Oyster and mussel tags not stored with shellfish. Store tags with shellfish until sold then date tag and hold for 90 days. Holding tags with shellfish ensures effective trace back.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped foods held in walk-in refrigerator without date marking. Date all prepped items- cooked pasta sauces soups cooked proteins- held over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Corner of main bar with spills and debris. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Aug 1, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Soda syrup observed puddled under the dispensing unit.Clean to remove spill check for possible leak repair as needed.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor next to the pizza oven to remove debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters missing above the cook line.Replace PIC replaced Staff stating they were being cleaned advised not o run system without filters in place
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Dec 20, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Plastic single use containers observed inside of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops in order to minimize conamination from hands.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the basement storage/preparation room. Address.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the walk-in cooler storing meats visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Floor at the far end of the smaller bar visibly soiled and with spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
May 25, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous prepared RTE products in refrigeration with no labeling-production/discard dates No datemarking observed in all refrigeration
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Soda guns at bar with havy buildup- Clean with proper frequency Internal panel of ice machine with black mold like buildup- Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water at cookline- Corrected
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters removed from hood vents- Cookline in use Ensure hood filters are in place
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Devlin's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Devlin's Restaurant on file is from May 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Devlin's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils between-use storage” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Devlin's Restaurant.
How does Devlin's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brighton?
Devlin's Restaurant most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.
Has Devlin's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Devlin's Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Devlin's Restaurant 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.
How often is Devlin's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Devlin's Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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