Liberty Diner
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
86
Score
Liberty Diner has been inspected 20 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food storage-preventing contamination from the premises”, which has been cited nine times.
Among Roxbury restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: When storing all foods including cases of beer / wine and soda ensure they arebeing elevated off the floors a minimum of six [6] inches this will assist in assuring all sections of fhe floors are getting properly cleaned - especially behind the bar / sink area
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside / exterior of all freezers / refrigeration units throughout the facility especially behind the bar from all visible food spills stains and soils. Clean exterior of all metal surfaces at the bar [ sinks - beer coolers- dish machine ] and all wooden shelving from visible food spills - beer and alcohol spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the facility especially underneath the bar and surrounding areas from visible food spills beer and alcohol spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
86
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the ice machine especailly around the lid and underneath it from all visible stains and soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Owner needs to maintain a clean and organized buisness - all surfaces behind the bar are covered in alcohol spills stains and soils resulting in an insect issue -no dishwasher to assist head chef in the day to day operations - recommending to provide some assistance with the overall cleanliness of the facility - too much work to expect out of one person
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Visible sightings of cock roaches underneath the bar area of the diner - Address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the facility especially underneath the bar and surrounding areas from visible food spills beer and alcohol spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all in use soiled mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use to help reduce the insect issues
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all piping at the three bay sink and hand sinks behind the bar from all grease and grime
590.006/6-501.18-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove empty cardboard boxes from behind the bar and all other loose debris
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Need to clean all areas of the bar especially the walls and floors behind and underneath it - all the shelves behind the bar and the metal runners from visible food spills and especially the beer and alcohol spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils where needed on the vents in the hood
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside / exterior of all freezers / refrigeration units throughout the facility especially behind the bar from all visible food spills stains and soils. Clean exterior of all metal surfaces at the bar [ sinks - beer coolers- dish machine ] and all wooden shelving from visible food spills - beer and alcohol spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all foods [ including cases of beer and alcohol boxes ] off the floors a minimum of six inches so all areas of the floors are getting properly cleaned
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: When storing all foods including cases of beer / wine and soda ensure they arebeing elevated off the floors a minimum of six [6] inches this will assist in assuring all sections of fhe floors are getting properly cleaned - especially behind the bar / sink area
590.003/3-305.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up sanitizing buckets with wiping cloths as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen and especially at the bar area from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime where needed
590.005/5-402.12-C
41
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the ice machine especailly around the lid and underneath it from all visible stains and soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Visible sightings of cock roaches underneath the bar area of the diner - Address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Owner needs to maintain a clean and organized buisness - all surfaces behind the bar are covered in alcohol spills stains and soils resulting in an insect issue -no dishwasher to assist head chef in the day to day operations - recommending to provide some assistance with the overall cleanliness of the facility - too much work to expect out of one person
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all foods [ including cases of beer and alcohol boxes ] off the floors a minimum of six inches so all areas of the floors are getting properly cleaned
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Need to clean all areas of the bar especially the walls and floors behind and underneath it - all the shelves behind the bar and the metal runners from visible food spills and especially the beer and alcohol spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils where needed on the vents in the hood
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all piping at the three bay sink and hand sinks behind the bar from all grease and grime
590.006/6-501.18-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all in use soiled mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use to help reduce the insect issues
590.006/6-501.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen and especially at the bar area from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime where needed
590.005/5-402.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up sanitizing buckets with wiping cloths as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove empty cardboard boxes from behind the bar and all other loose debris
590.006/6-501.114-C
47
Dec 2, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of insects on glue board underneath 3 bay sink at front counter. Provide a pest report for services which indicate all activity remedied
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris / spills on kitchen floors underneath fryer. Instructed PIC to continue with frequent cleaning throughout operating hours to eliminate food debris / trash on floors
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed floor unleveled at the back door preventing proper door sweep from tight fitting. Repair
590.006/6-101.11-C
82
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat food items stored in reach in unit and held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide date marking on all ready to eat food items held over 24hrs and stored in refrigerated unit
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed bulk container and lids soiled with food spills / flour mix; ice machine filters soiled with dust. Thoroughly clean with frequency and maintain on all equipment
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of insects on glue board underneath 3 bay sink at front counter. Provide a pest report for services which indicate all activity remedied
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged door sweep on kitchen screen door. Replace and ensure tight fitting to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed water underneath ice bay from potential leak. Contact plumber to ensure no leaks
590.004/4-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease inside oven and on exterior of fryer. Thoroughly clean to remove all grease build up
590.004/4-601.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed floor unleveled at the back door preventing proper door sweep from tight fitting. Repair
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard lining used on floors inside walk in cooler. Remove and maintain floors smooth clean and durable
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris / spills on kitchen floors underneath fryer. Instructed PIC to continue with frequent cleaning throughout operating hours to eliminate food debris / trash on floors
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wiping cloths stored at counter. Remove and maintain all wiping cloths inside a sanitizing solution after each use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler and food stored in open can. Remove and ensure all foods are properly stored elevated 6" off the floor and in food grade containers
590.003/3-305.11-C
50
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature flies at front counter area and insects on glue boards. Provide a pest report for services
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat food items stored in reach in unit and held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide date marking on all ready to eat food items held over 24hrs and stored in refrigerated unit
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed bulk container and lids soiled with food spills / flour mix; ice machine filters soiled with dust. Thoroughly clean with frequency and maintain on all equipment
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged door sweep on kitchen screen door. Replace and ensure tight fitting to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wiping cloths stored at counter. Remove and maintain all wiping cloths inside a sanitizing solution after each use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler and food stored in open can. Remove and ensure all foods are properly stored elevated 6" off the floor and in food grade containers
590.003/3-305.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed water underneath ice bay from potential leak. Contact plumber to ensure no leaks
590.004/4-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease inside oven and on exterior of fryer. Thoroughly clean to remove all grease build up
590.004/4-601.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard lining used on floors inside walk in cooler. Remove and maintain floors smooth clean and durable
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris / spills on floor underneath fryer. Thoroughly clean with frequency to eliminate food debris / trash on floors
590.006/6-201.11-C
52
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple roaches on glue board underneath front handsink. PIC provided March 2025 pest control report with indication of activity. Instructed PIC to request services prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed screened vents on exterior of building with possible entry of pest. PIC stated screen will be removed and closed completely
590.006/6-501.11-C
86
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust on ice machine filters. Clean to remove dust on all filters
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple roaches on glue board underneath front handsink. PIC provided March 2025 pest control report with indication of activity. Instructed PIC to request services prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed screened vents on exterior of building with possible entry of pest. PIC stated screen will be removed and closed completely
590.006/6-501.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed corn beef hash stored in open can. Remove all foods from open cans and store in food grade containers with lids
590.003/3-305.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease and food debris underneath oven and fryolator. Thoroughly clean to remove all grease Observed stagnant water underneath front counter handsink. Clean to remove stagnant water and maintain dry to prevent pest attraction
590.006/6-201.11-C
70
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust on ice machine filters. Clean to remove dust on all filters
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple roaches on glue board underneath front handsink. PIC provided March 2025 pest control report with indication of activity. Instructed PIC to request services prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed corn beef hash stored in open can. Remove all foods from open cans and store in food grade containers with lids
590.003/3-305.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease and food debris underneath oven and fryolator. Thoroughly clean to remove all grease Observed stagnant water underneath front counter handsink. Clean to remove stagnant water and maintain dry to prevent pest attraction
590.006/6-201.11-C
74
Nov 21, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed home fries stored on prep table @ 110F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC stored in walk in cooler. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed home fries stored at grill @ 95F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC stored directely onto hot grill. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dusty ice filters and inside ice machine. Discussed with PIC to maintain all food contact equipment clean and free of soils / dust Observed heavy soils / dust on can goods stored above deep freezer. Clean to remove all dust
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed tuna stored / held over 24 hrs per PIC in walk in cooler without date mark. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods held over 24 hrs.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dumpster open. Maintain lids closed to prevent pest activity
590.005/5-501.15-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food items (sliced cheese) stored in walk in cooler uncovered. Provide a plastic covering on all foods stored in refrigerated units.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed open cans (#10) stored in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to remove from can after opening and properly store.
590.003/3-305.11-C
52
Jun 10, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dusty filters on ice machine. Clean to remove dust on filters
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated units held over 24hrs per PIC without date marks. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods stored and held over 24 hrs.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in open metal cans. Discontinue storing in open can
590.003/3-307.11-C
78
Apr 26, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine not operating at this time. PIC contacted company for repairs. Appointment rescheduled per company. Single plastic use continued to be used
590.004/4-501.11-C
95
Apr 19, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine not operating at this time. PIC contacted company for repairs. Appointment rescheduled per company. Single plastic use continued to be used
590.004/4-501.11-C
95
Apr 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen employee cooking without gloves. Discussed with PIC to ensure staff is wearing gloves while handling food. Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.15-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated unit held over 24hrs per PIC without date mark. Discussed with PIC to ensure to date mark ready to eat foods stored/held over 24hrs.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen hand sink blocked with utensils and plates. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand sinks clear and accessible for hand washing only. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine not operating at this time. PIC contacted company for repairs. Pending appointment.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee without hair restraints in kitchen. Discussed with PIC to ensure staff are wearing hair protection while operating with open food
590.002/2-402.11-C
64
Sep 22, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 17, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat foods (deli meat / tuna) without date marking held over 24hrs per PIC. Discussed with PIC to provide proper date marking on all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs per management.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored in a soiled knife rack. Clean soils off knife rack and maintain only clean knives in the rack.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged screen on kitchen exit door. Replace
590.004/4-501.11-C
78
Feb 22, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee without hair restraint. Instructed PIC to maintain a hair covered at all times in kitchen.
590.002/2-402.11-C
95
Dec 20, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered foods stored in walk in unit. Maintain all foods covered in refrigerated units.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills on prep tables and grill. Clean to remove all spills.
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Aug 3, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soils inside ice machine. Clean to remove all soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
90
May 5, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen hand sink clogged. Warewash bay faucet leaking. Repair. Discussed with pic to temporarily utilize front hand sink until repairs are completed by licensed plumber scheduled today. Observed food handler wearing clean gloves and using clean utensils.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster lid open. Properly close trash lids.
590.005/5-501.115-C
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Liberty Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Liberty Diner on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Liberty Diner?
Across the inspection record, “food storage-preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Liberty Diner.
How does Liberty Diner compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Liberty Diner most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Liberty Diner's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Liberty Diner have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Liberty Diner 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 Liberty Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Liberty Diner is inspected around five times per year on average.
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