Double Zero

163 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

Italian

Last inspected: Oct 20, 2022

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Double Zero. Double Zero was last inspected on Oct 20, 2022. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Public records show no inspections at Double Zero since Oct 20, 2022, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “restriction and storage-medicines” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Double Zero on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 20, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Restriction and storage-medicines (p)

Inspector notes: Open bottles of medication stored in food service area- Store separated and covered

590.007/7-207.11-P

Preventing contamination from hands (pf)

Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection employee was preparing fresh pastas. The product was being mixed with and prepared with bare hands- Reviewed

590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF

(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was food preparation in progress with no person in charge able to answer food safety questions- Prioity violations noted on the inspection report

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Excessive amounts of small black flies noted throughout establishmnet including in preparation areas and in warewashing. Per a phone conversation with the manager at the time of the inspection the establishmnet does not currently use a pest control company and has been treating the issues themselves. Provide a detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Floors undrr and behind equipment with food soils and debris- Clean with proper frequency

590.004/4-602.13-C

Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)

Inspector notes: In response to CRM 101004533628 on 10.20.22 Trash observed overflowing at the outside storage location.Provide adequate trash pick up to prevent possible rodent activity.

590.005/5-501.115-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Sinks throughout with soils and debris- Clean areas with proper frequency

590.006/6-501.18-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cutting board on lift top refrigeration unit in prep areaheavily scored and soiled- repair or replace

590.004/4-501.12-C

Oct 5, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Restriction and storage-medicines (p)

Inspector notes: Open bottles of medication stored in food service area- Store separated and covered

590.007/7-207.11-P

(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was food preparation in progress with no person in charge able to answer food safety questions- Prioity violations noted on the inspection report

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

Preventing contamination from hands (pf)

Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection employee was preparing fresh pastas. The product was being mixed with and prepared with bare hands- Reviewed

590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Floors undrr and behind equipment with food soils and debris- Clean with proper frequency

590.004/4-602.13-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Sinks throughout with soils and debris- Clean areas with proper frequency

590.006/6-501.18-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cutting board on lift top refrigeration unit in prep areaheavily scored and soiled- repair or replace

590.004/4-501.12-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Double Zero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Double Zero on file is from Oct 20, 2022. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Double Zero?

Across the inspection record, “restriction and storage-medicines” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Double Zero.

How does Double Zero compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Double Zero most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Double Zero's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Double Zero have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Double Zero 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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