Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza has 16 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “controlling pests”, showing up six times.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
16
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Roach activity noted on attached pest report dated 4/8/26 with open conditions. Provide an updated pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today that reflects corrections.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light out above pizza oven. Replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
90
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Roach activity noted on attached pest report dated 4/8/26 with open conditions. Provide an updated pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today that reflects corrections.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Dust and soils on cameras and fixtures above service line. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light out above pizza oven. Replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
86
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings on floor under cashier area at service line. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an updated pest control report upon re inspection post dated after today.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Dust and soils on cameras and fixtures above service line. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light out above pizza oven. Replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
82
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink has a direct connection. Provide air gap or inderect plumbing Information provided to PIC during inspection
590.005/5-402.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepackaged foods for customer self service not individually labeled per code. I provided labeling informaiton during inspection
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Cracked and broken ceiling tiles in prep/ware washing/trash and storage areas Large amount of expanding foam around radiator in back room Rust on floor of walk in refrigeration unit at ware washing area Broken/cracked floor tiles in storage and prep areas
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Grease build up on grease storage bin in back hallway
590.005/5-501.115-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: No splash guards on both sides of oversized hand sink in ware washing - Clean food contacts being stored on both sides.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Soils on walls and ceiling tiles along cooking line Stained ceiling tiles in prep and storage areas Build up of dust on protable fan above refrigeration units (prep area) Hood sticker expired in January 2026 - PIC is setting up an appointment with Hood company
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution in food prep/ware washing areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No service sink to dispose of mop water/waste
590.005/5-203.13-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Pots pans etc not inverted in storage and ware washing area
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Large bowls stacked wet in Sprout area Food contacts stacked wet in ware washing area
590.004/4-901.11-C
52
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a clean pest control report. PIC confirms service date of 1/9/26. Advised to email the report once received.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Jan 5, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed around the metal in place mixer. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a clean pest control report. PIC confirms service date of 1/9/26. Advised to email the report once received.
590.006/6-501.111-C
86
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed around the metal in place mixer. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a dead mouse on the glue board. Remove and disinfect the area. Provide an updated pest control report for service prior to reinspection on 12/30/25.
590.006/6-501.112-C
86
Dec 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed around the metal in place mixer. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a dead mouse on the glue board. Remove and disinfect the area. Provide an updated pest control report for service prior to reinspection on 12/30/25.
590.006/6-501.112-C
86
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity observed around the metal in place mixer. Clean to remove Rodent activity observed around the handsink in the rear prep/office area. Clean to remove Rodent activity observed on the window ledges in the prep room. Clean to remove Rodent activity observed under multiple shelving units and under the 3 bay sink. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Roasted Broccoli zuchinni & sweet potato reading 60-64F for 30-45 min per PIC Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC removed to cool/hold 41F or below Discussed cooling procedures with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: The floor has exposed metal with rust.Repair/resurface
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor to remove food debris-rear corner behind the mixing bowl.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the wall near the trash receptacle to remove soils.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the window sill behind the compressor units to remove debris/soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: The Hood sticker at the pizza oven(blue) observed expired on 4.18.24.Provide a proper cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker PIC calling for appt Upon re-inspection PIC stating an appt is on 6.2.24
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
May 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Several items ( hummus tomatoes cucumbers) reading 50-55F for 60-90 min per PIC.Miantain items 41F or below during storage PIC removing to cool/hold 41F or below Discussed cooling/cold holding procedures with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide handsoap at the handwash station-kitchen
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles. PIC correcting
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of fruit/drain fly & mouse activity.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walkin missing datemarkings.Provide datemakings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: The Hood sticker at the pizza oven(blue) observed expired on 4.18.24.Provide a proper cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker PIC calling for appt
590.006/6-501.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the non operating chest freezer from the storeroom.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide "Hand wash only signage" at the handsink. Provide signage at the food prep sink"prep sink only".
590.006/6-301.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees observed without hair restraints.Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide internal thermometers in all refrigeration units.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a paper towel dispenser in the employee rest room. There a two reachin units at the front service counter that are reading 50-55F. Repair.Maintain units 41F or below
590.004/4-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the shelving units to remove soils & debris.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: There is a hole & damaged tiles at the floor infront of the walk in door.Repair
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls at the prep stations to remove soils.
590.006/6-201.11-C
37
Oct 11, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls under/around the prep sink to remove soils & sticky residue
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor around the mixing bowl to remove evidence of mouse droppings PIC is addressing with pest control current report provided
590.006/6-501.13-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the rear prep table to remove soils. PIC correcting
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker(blue) at the pizza station observed expired on 9.13.23.Provide a proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.post new sticker PIC calling for appt & will forward Email confirmation of appt
590.006/6-501.14-C
82
Mar 6, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 2.9.23.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker PIC to call for appt & forward appt confirmation to the Health Division.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor around the mixing bowl & under rear prep table to remove soils/debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
90
Dec 29, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees not wearing proper hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Solied glue trap observed on production line. Person in charge removed.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Obsevred bulk salad toppings in unlabled containers. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
86
Jun 28, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace soiled glue trap from under handsink. PIC corrected
590.006/6-501.112-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on bulk rice storage containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor around/behind the mixing bowl to remove debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing light shields above the front oven.
590.006/6-202.11-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza.
How does Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza 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 Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gyroscope/Sprout/Bos Hse of Pizza is inspected around four times per year on average.
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