Isabella Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
90
Score
Isabella Restaurant appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 18 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked”, showing up six times.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Isabella Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink observed not enclosed/opened in the food prep area (pasta room).Provide enclosure (4.29.26)
590.003/3-307.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide detailed IPM report citing drop ceiling notation from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov- In process
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 27 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE foods. Discontinue to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bolognese sauce 47F rice 47F stored in cold unit at 50F. Food was removed and placed in a working unit
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple mice droppings observed under on the floor under shelvings & equipments. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report citing drop ceiling notation from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Warewashing handsink observed blocked by multiple buckets trash barrel (pasta room/ kitchen ). Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only and to prevent contamination by hands (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior/ exterior of ice machine 3 bay sink multiple cold units knife rack food prep sink bulk storage bins observed soiled excess ice soils build up rust shelvings inside walk in. Clean & sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Asterisk observed missing from the menu / consumer advisory pertaing to the foods offered. Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of prep foods stored in upright cold unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard dates before storing Per PIC foods were prepped between last night and this morning
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide procedure and kit for vomit and diarrheal clean up events. Provide . Inspector to will provide procedure to the operator.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection staff on duty unable to demonstrate any managerial controls due to lack of knowledge. CFPM to train staff on food safety
590.002(B)/2-102.11-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
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: ROP fish observed thawing still in the package. Cut open before thawing. Thawing procedure reviewed on site with staff
590.003/3-501.13-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink observed not enclosed/opened in the food prep area (pasta room).Provide enclosure (4.16.26)
590.003/3-307.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Several wippping cloths observed stored on counter and equipments surfaces. Discontinue
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several bulk bins/ squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when remove from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile observed missing near mechanical room hole observed on wall in the past room. Repair to seal
590.006/6-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide detailed IPM report citing drop ceiling notation from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov- In process
590.006/6-501.111-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Several handsinks observed missing employee must wash hand signage (restroom kitchen pasta room) . Provide signage PIC to label food prep sink.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagnant soiled water observed stored in bucket (past room/ under handwashing sink kitchen) floor throughout kitchen and pasta room observed in need of deep cleaning (under/ behing equipments/ warewashing/ cook line) . Ceiling vent ( pasta room/ dining room) observed with heavy dust duild up) Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prep foods observed stored in different cold unit without covers. Provide covers before storing to prevent contaminations.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Preset tableware (c)
Inspector notes: Observed preset utensils exposed. Discontinue
590.004/4-904.13-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple clean dishes observed air drying/ stored side up. Invert before storing (upside down)
590.004/4-903.11-C1
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment must designate another CFPM staff to be on site for all hours of operation to overseas safe operation of the establishment.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door cold unit in the kitchen observed at 47F-52F . Repair . All products inside the unit was moved to a working unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Several cold unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide & keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Facilty uses yellow sponge for warewashing and to clean food contact surfaces. Discontinue
590.004/4-101.16-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired March 10th 2026. Provide updated sticker from a hood cleaning company
590.006/6-501.14-C
14
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 26 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE foods. Discontinue to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Bolognese sauce 47F rice 47F stored in cold unit at 50F. Food was removed and placed in a working unit
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection staff on duty unable to demonstrate any managerial controls due to lack of knowledge. CFPM to train staff on food safety
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide procedure and kit for vomit and diarrheal clean up events. Provide . Inspector to will provide procedure to the operator.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple mice droppings observed under on the floor under shelvings & equipments. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report citing drop ceiling notation from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-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
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior/ exterior of ice machine 3 bay sink multiple cold units knife rack food prep sink bulk storage bins observed soiled excess ice soils build up rust shelvings inside walk in. Clean & sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Warewashing handsink observed blocked by multiple buckets trash barrel (pasta room/ kitchen ). Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only and to prevent contamination by hands (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Asterisk observed missing from the menu / consumer advisory pertaing to the foods offered. Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of prep foods stored in upright cold unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard dates before storing Per PIC foods were prepped between last night and this morning
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired March 10th 2026. Provide updated sticker from a hood cleaning company
590.006/6-501.14-C
Preset tableware (c)
Inspector notes: Observed preset utensils exposed. Discontinue
590.004/4-904.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment must designate another CFPM staff to be on site for all hours of operation to overseas safe operation of the establishment.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple clean dishes observed air drying/ stored side up. Invert before storing (upside down)
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Facilty uses yellow sponge for warewashing and to clean food contact surfaces. Discontinue
590.004/4-101.16-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: ROP fish observed thawing still in the package. Cut open before thawing. Thawing procedure reviewed on site with staff
590.003/3-501.13-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink observed not enclosed/opened in the food prep area (pasta room) Soda hose observed stored inside ice to prep drink. Discontinue (cos)
590.003/3-307.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Several wippping cloths observed stored on counter and equipments surfaces. Discontinue
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several bulk bins/ squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when remove from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prep foods observed stored in different cold unit without covers. Provide covers before storing to prevent contaminations.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagnant soiled water observed stored in bucket (past room/ under handwashing sink kitchen) floor throughout kitchen and pasta room observed in need of deep cleaning (under/ behing equipments/ warewashing/ cook line) . Ceiling vent ( pasta room/ dining room) observed with heavy dust duild up) Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door cold unit in the kitchen observed at 47F-52F . Repair . All products inside the unit was moved to a working unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Several cold unit observed without a visible thermometer. Provide & keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Several handsinks observed missing employee must wash hand signage (restroom kitchen pasta room) . Provide signage PIC to label food prep sink.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile observed missing near mechanical room hole observed on wall in the past room. Repair to seal
590.006/6-501.11-C
15
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing the disclosure / reminder on several menu items offered under cooked - make the necessary corrections where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Test strips are all wet and compromised - replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on the line from visible food spills -- - Clean inside and oujtside of all refrigeration and freezer units where needed from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired food safety certificate - renew asap
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
74
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Test strips are all wet and compromised - replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing the disclosure / reminder on several menu items offered under cooked - make the necessary corrections where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired food safety certificate - renew asap
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on the line from visible food spills -- - Clean inside and oujtside of all refrigeration and freezer units where needed from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
May 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The menu is incomplete wiyj allergen warnings as well as items not identied as being offered under cooked - address where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC on site without proper food safety certifications - provide as discussed and post
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment especially the sides of the fryerlator from visible grease and grime - Clean all refrigeration / freezer units where needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-202.16-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being elevated off the floors during storage especially in the kitchen
590.003/3-302.11-C
78
Nov 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Disclosure / reminder is missing on the menus - address as discussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of current food safety certificate on site along with the 2024 health permit - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Jun 26, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Isabella Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Isabella Restaurant on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Isabella Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Isabella Restaurant.
How does Isabella Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Isabella Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Isabella Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Isabella Restaurant have averaged around 18 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Isabella Restaurant 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 Isabella Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Isabella Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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