Fuller Mental Health Center

85 E Newton St, Roxbury, MA 02118

Healthcare Facility

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Fuller Mental Health Center has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

“(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Roxbury restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Drying mops (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the old soiled mop head currently being used - it appears old snarled and worn - Replace

590.006/6-501.16-C

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: Post signage at all designated hand sinks stating " Hand Washing Only" - ensure " all designated Hand Sink" oap dispensers are being refilled in a proper amount of time once they are emptied after use "

590.006/6-301.14-C

Warewashing machines internal baffles (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all curtains for the dish machine are cleaned and sanitiezed on a regular basisi [ especially the curtains that are on the " exit " ]

590.004/4-204.114-C

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed individual salad dressing (ranch) stored for self service on table @ 80F unknown time - PIC voluntarily disposed; Cut lettuce / Tuna stored on top of ice at front cooking grill between 48F-50F. Instructed PIC to ensure food containers are submerged inside ice not on top and maintained @ 41F or below. COS

590.003/3-501.16-P

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed food menu for external customers which included raw or undercooked item choices. Instructed PIC to provide consumer advisory on all menus accessible to customers

590.003/3-603.11-PF

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Discussed with PIC to review food items such as individual salad dressing and can products to ensure whether refrigeration is required or shelf stable and stored for grab n go by consumers. Menus must be checked for undercooked / raw consumptions and advised to customers with the consumer advisory

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: Observed dusty / damaged filters on ice machine. Discussed with PIC to ensure cleaning procedures are done frequently to remove dust Observed heavy inside bottom door of fryer. Thoroughly clean with frequency to prevent build up

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Provide internal thermometers for all refrigerated units

590.004/4-204.112-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease on floors underneath fryers. Thoroughly clean with frequency to elimate grease build up

590.006/6-201.11-C

Mar 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken stored in refrigerated unit @ 48F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC stored in walk in cooler. Corrected on site

590.003/3-501.16-P

Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed no irreversible thermometer on site for high temp machine. Provide

590.004/4-302.13-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at hand sink near coffee station. Provide and maintain at hand sinks at all times. Corrected on site

590.006/6-301.11-PF

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fuller Mental Health Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fuller Mental Health Center on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fuller Mental Health Center?

Across the inspection record, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fuller Mental Health Center.

How does Fuller Mental Health Center compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

Fuller Mental Health Center most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has Fuller Mental Health Center's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fuller Mental Health Center have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fuller Mental Health Center 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 Fuller Mental Health Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fuller Mental Health Center is inspected around four times per year on average.

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