Joseph's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Joseph's Pizzeria stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “effectiveness-hair restraints” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Mission Hill restaurant scores 82. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler without hair restraint. Provide hat or hairnet for food handler.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Daylight visible under back door. Install door sweep to prevent pests from entering.
590.006/6-202.15-C
90
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired June 29th 2025. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 24, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
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Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Some menu items offered under cooked are missing the proper disclosure / reminder - address where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised wooden cutting boards with deep lacerations
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Proper hair restraints needed when working with foods - cashier does not necessarily need to wear a hat
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Repair loose steps leading down to the steep basement stairway - some planks are very unsafe - address
590.006/6-201.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors of the kitchen and the basement from all visible soils loose trash and debris
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris oround the receptacles in the rear
590.005/5-501.15-C
Clean linens (c)
Inspector notes: Do not store directly beside soiled aprons - reduces potential confusion
590.004/4-801.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean in between all in place cooking equipment on the line as well as all freezer /refrigeration units from grease and grime
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove splintered wooden pizza boards where needed
590.004/4-101.17-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being stored at least six inches off the floors during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all scoops have the handles facing outward when storing them insie the condiment containers
590.003/3-304.12-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Wedding bands only when working with foods - no watches or dangling bracelets
590.002/2-303.11-C
47
Jun 9, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being purchased from reputable wholesale suppliers - discontinue purchasing any foods from m" Market Basket "
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure clean outer attire is worn when working / preparing foods in the kitchen
590.002/2-304.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed in locations discussed during inspection
590.003/3-304.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
74
Mar 3, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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Identifying information prominence-original containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure allclear plastic spray bottles have an identifying labels and / or original label on them to determine the contents properly and refduce potebtial contamination
590.007/7-101.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up sanitizing stations as discussed - one for raw foods and an other for ready to eat foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks where needed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors underneath and behind all ciiking equipment from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris around the trash bins - keep lids on tight when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime in between cooking equipment on the line and behind and in between all freezer and refrigeration units
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and replace where needed when filled
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all vents for the hood including any smoke pipes are connected to each other properly
590.004/4-301.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ebsure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to eear long bracelets that may dangle into foods being prepared
590.002/2-303.11-C
58
Nov 7, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods in the restaurant
590.002/2-402.11-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the vents of the hood as grease and grime is starting to collect on the wall and ceiling area above it in the corner - clean the vent to remove all soils s the filter can operate properly
590.004/4-301.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all bulk food storage bins exterior of all cooking equipment on the cooking line from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
May 24, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Temperature measuring devices food-accuracy (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace broken food thermometer on site
590.004/4-203.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing the disclosure and reminder on the new menu board - address
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are elevated ogg the floors during storage
590.003/3-302.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure that all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration and freezer units experior of all cooking equipment as well as the bulk food storage bins from all visible soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joseph's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joseph's Pizzeria on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joseph's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “effectiveness-hair restraints” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Joseph's Pizzeria.
How does Joseph's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Joseph's Pizzeria most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Joseph's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Joseph's Pizzeria have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Joseph's Pizzeria 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 Joseph's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joseph's Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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