Ducali Pizzeria & Bar
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
95
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Ducali Pizzeria & Bar is comfortably above that bar. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired December 2026. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner (3.6.26) Due to the cold weather/ storm hood cleaning is scheduled for 3.30.26
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Dice grilled chicken 47F diced sausage 47F cheese blend 47F stored in the open case pizza station cold unit at 46F. All products were moved to a working cold unit at 41F below. (cos)
590.003/3-501.16-P
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer Provide & keep accesible
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped foods stored in cold unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard before storing
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable ot provide procedure & kit for V&D clean up events. Provide Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide test strips for the commercially mix lactic acid spray sanitizer. Provide & keep accessible
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Chest freezer downtairs (excess ice build up) interior of low temp diswasher (build up soils) interior of ice machine observed with brown substance build up. Clean and sanitize
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Bar low temp diswasher observed not dispensing chlorine sanitzer. Repair Staff was advised to discontinue the use of the low temp dishwasher until repair is done
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Bar handsink/ all bathrooms observed without handwashing sign . Provide signage to all handsink missing signage
590.006/6-301.14-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired December 2026. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner
590.006/6-501.14-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Cold units observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide & keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Manual warewashing equipment chemical sanitization using detergent-sanitizers (c)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink. Provide
590.004/4-501.115-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Open case refrigerator at the pizza station observed at 46F . Repair to work below 41F. All foods stored in the unit were moved to a working unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Pizza station cutting boards observe heavily scored. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
32
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cean exterior of all cooking equipment - clean inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units bulk food storage bins from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are elevated off the floor including the basement areas s throughout the restaurant at least six inches - store in clean locations - double chech any pipes in the ceiling and know where all sewage piping is located [ identify it accordingly so staff will know not to store any RTE foods or certain dry starches that can get potentionally compromised
590.003/3-305.11-C
90
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Discard the visibly compromised cutting boards where needed in the kitchen / bar prep areas
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units -exterior of all cooking equipment oin the line and the exterior of all bulk food containers from visible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post both current copies of your food safety and allergen awareness certifictes on site as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all employees working with foods to have proper hair restraints on
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
590.003/3-304.14-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Clean basin of prep sink before rinsing off fresh produce in the prep sink
590.003/3-302.15-C
70
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copies of your current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous locaton of the facility as we dscussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Nov 2, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 14, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand sink in enclosed mixing room supply proper access to hand sink or install hand sink in this enclosed area
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: They have recently done some renovations and they have an open bathroom with only stall doors and not a door enclosing the bathrooms. Provide a completely enclosed bathroom. 3-18-22: Saloon doors at entrance to bathroom will check with health and plumbing to see if this is allowed.
590.006/6-202.14-C
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ducali Pizzeria & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar.
How does Ducali Pizzeria & Bar compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Ducali Pizzeria & Bar most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Ducali Pizzeria & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ducali Pizzeria & Bar 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 Ducali Pizzeria & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ducali Pizzeria & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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