Johnny's Pizza & Subs
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
86
Score
Johnny's Pizza & Subs has been inspected 18 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood contact surfaces”, showing up eight times.
Among Dorchester restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
18
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed on the metal mixing bowl around the deep freezer chest and on the floor. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils inside multiple freezer units. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed glue boards with dead roaches. Remove and clean the area.
590.006/6-501.112-C
86
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to provide a soap dispencer at the hand sinks that do not have them.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide paper towels in the restroom
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to label all bulk food containers on cooking line and prep areas.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Storage areas rooms and receptacles capacity and availability (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean up the back of the properly. I found trash bags in a large pile and every receptacle over loaded. PIC stated on the phone someone is picking it up today.
590.005/5-501.16-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the exterior of the cooking equipment from grease build up refrigerators handls and shelves and shelves in the kitchen.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the hood filters. Hood sticker good until Nov 2025
590.004/4-202.18-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The counter used for the pizza prep is peeling and chipping in locations. Replace or repair.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under equipment and ceiling A/C vents
590.006/6-201.11-C
61
Jul 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Reach in is out of service and shut off no food being stored inside unit / Work order has been placed awaiting a part for repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
95
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pepsi beverage refrigerator - white fish 56F opened minced garlic 50F / In unit operating at 60F. Items have been voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time. / Provide 41F or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap at hand sink / Provide liquid hand soap
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Pepsi beverage reach in being used to store food in operating at 60F / Repair or provide commercial grade refrigeration in order to provide operating temperatures of 41F or below at all times / Unit has been taken out of service
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at hand sink / Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Reach in is out of service and shut off no food being stored inside unit / Work order has been placed awaiting a part for repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
61
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pepsi beverage refrigerator - white fish 56F opened minced garlic 50F / In unit operating at 60F. Items have been voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time. / Provide 41F or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at hand sink / Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap at hand sink / Provide liquid hand soap
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Pepsi beverage reach in being used to store food in operating at 60F / Repair or provide commercial grade refrigeration in order to provide operating temperatures of 41F or below at all times / Unit has been taken out of service
590.004/4-301.11-PF
64
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment smoke detector observed not operating. Provide invoice when repair is done PIC unable to locate fire panel.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Small fire behing the fryolator possible grease fire per building inspector. No visible evidence of fire in establishment. No water damage observed. Ansul did not discharge fire panel unable to be located not affected food or equipment observed. Smoked smell observed on premises. After all violations corrected verify with building inspector if ok to reopen.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
82
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Stand up freezer only working on the lower half of unit and beginning to emanate odors / PIC states unit is being replaced. Clean unit to remove odors
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Provide weather stripping at the bottom of front doors
590.006/6-202.15-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Walls and floors surrounding the 3 bay sink with visible soils / Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
82
May 29, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Condensor fan covers in the walk in with visible dust build up / clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling fan vents with visible dust build up / Clean to remove Ceiling tile ripped / broken / replace Wall behind hood with visible dust build up / Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.17-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: White wooden shelving 2with paint peeling / Clean and repaint
590.004/4-101.19-C
86
Jan 16, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Stored knives with dried food and other soils / Clean and sanitize knives / Store clean and dry
590.003/3-304.11-P
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Meat slicer with dried on food and soils / Disassemble clean and sanitize
590.003/3-304.11-P
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Bucket of dredging flour for the chicken with a metal type fragment noted on the surface of the food / Discard the flour due to risk of contamination.
590.003/3-701.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small rodent droppings noted under hand sink and alond base of walls in between equipment / Remove. No IPM reports on site PIC states that exterminations are done bi-weekly and are emailed. No access at this time to the emails. Contact pest control and provide the last 3 months worth of IPM reports on compliance
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Walls and floors under equipment with visible soils / Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Bucket of dredging flour used for chicken uncovered and stored on floor / Cover food containers when not in use and elevate at least 6" off of floor
590.003/3-302.11-C
52
Nov 22, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: AT the time of the re-inspection there was still fruit fly activity noted in the preparation/3 bay sink area's . Pest control report was provided at the time of the re-inspection. Pest control report was up to date and reflected treatment for the fruit flies. Management is to contact pest control to see if an additional inspection should be required 9/28/2023.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Sep 28, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: AT the time of the re-inspection there was still fruit fly activity noted in the preparation/3 bay sink area's . Pest control report was provided at the time of the re-inspection. Pest control report was up to date and reflected treatment for the fruit flies. Management is to contact pest control to see if an additional inspection should be required 9/28/2023.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Sep 19, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Blade of the table mounted can opener is visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from August 2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Floor tile near the fryer looses and with excess moisture under it. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the basement restroom with what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize to remove all. Several large coffin style basement freezers with excess frost/ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the preparation area. Pest control report was provided at the time of the re-inspection. Management is to provide an additional pest control report reflecting the treatment for fruit flies.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed in the main preparation area's. Discontinue and only use sticky fly paper during non-operational hours. Mouse observed on trap in basement restroom. Address and remove all rodents adn insect devices with more frequency. Floor around where the non-operational slush machine located in teh basement is visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
64
Sep 11, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Blade of the table mounted can opener is visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the preparation area. Evidence of what appears to be mouse dropping son storage shelves in the main kitchen area. Pest control report was provided at the time of the inspection. Management is to provide an additional pest control report reflecting the treatment for fruit flies as well as mice for the re-inspection. Preparation table where clean cutting boards are being stored is visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the basement restroom with what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize to remove all. Several large coffin style basemetn freezers with excess frost/ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from August 2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Floor tile near the fryer looses and with excess moisture under it. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed in the main preparation area's. Discontinue and only use sticky fly paper during non-operational hours. Mouse observed on trap in basement restroom. Address and remove all rodents adn insect devices with more frequency. Floor around where the non-operational slush machine located in teh basement is visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
61
Feb 7, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings located on the storage shelf where the pickles are located. Address clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Plastic cups being used to dispense out of bulk food containers located in the basement storage area. Discontinue and provide handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Storage shelf where pickles are being stored and preparation table under the meat slice with what appear to be rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize all. Interior of the pizza cold holing unit visibly soiled and with debris. Fan cover inside of the pizza cooler visibly soiled. Clean to remove all. Basement storage shelves with what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Outside dumpster/trash area with excess boxes and other debris. Clean to remove and ensure back trash area is being maintained on a daily basis in order to help minimize any rodent activity.
590.006/6-501.114-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored underneath carboard in little window right above the preparation table. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Rear screen door heavily damaged and hanging off the hinge. Address make any necessary repairs or replace.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement toilet not flushing properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges being used in the sanitization buckets. Discontinue the use of sponges in the food service industry and use the appropriate equipment.
590.004/4-101.16-C
61
Nov 10, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection there was still fuit fly activity noted. Pest control was in on 11/2/2022 for treatment of the flies and provided a report and recomendations. Address and clean area's effected by fruit flies for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Split door freezer located in the basement with excess frost build-up. Coffin style freezer located in the basement with red tape has excess frost adn ice build-up not allowing door to properly close. Defrost and clean to remove. Units were both operating properly at the time of the visit.
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Nov 4, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Open carton of raw eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat tomatoes. Discontinue and store all foods appropriatley to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap available at the hand sink near the rear exit. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with dressings and sauces have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Split door freezer located in the basement with excess frost build-up. Coffin style freezer located in the basement with red tape has excess frost adn ice build-up not allowing door to properly close. Defrost and clean to remove. Units were both operating properly at the time of the visit.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection there was still fuit fly activity noted. Pest control was in on 11/2/2022 for treatment of the flies and provided a report and recomendations. Address and clean area's effected by fruit flies for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed hanging over preparation table and other equipment. Discontinue and ensure fly paper is being taken down during all operational hours.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the 2 door flip top deli cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs. Unit was operating at the appropriate temperature at the time of the inspection.
590.004/4-202.16-C
58
Oct 27, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: OPen carton of raw eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat tomatoes. Discontinue and store all foods appropriatley to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap available at the hand sink near the rear exit. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of moderate fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the floor of the restroom. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Split door freezer located in the basement with excess frost build-up. Coffin style freezer located in the basement with red tape has excess frost adn ice build-up not allowing door to properly close. Defrost and clean to remove. Units were both operating propery at the time of the visit.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with dressings and sauces have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the 2 door flip top deli cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs. Unit was operating at the appropriate temperature at the time of the inspection.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed hanging over preparation table and other equipment. Discontinue and ensure fly paper is being taken down during all operational hours.
590.006/6-501.112-C
55
Jul 20, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted near the rear mop sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Outside trash area with some excess derbis and boxes. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the 2 door pizza cooler/fan visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Storage shelf for battering station and bucket of pickles visibly soiled and with what appears to be rodent droppings. Clean to remove. Large 2 door coffin style freezer in the basement located next to the restroom with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Johnny's Pizza & Subs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Johnny's Pizza & Subs on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Johnny's Pizza & Subs?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Johnny's Pizza & Subs.
How does Johnny's Pizza & Subs compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Johnny's Pizza & Subs most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Johnny's Pizza & Subs' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Johnny's Pizza & Subs have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Johnny's Pizza & Subs 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 Johnny's Pizza & Subs inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Johnny's Pizza & Subs is inspected around five times per year on average.
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