Limoncello
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
95
Score
Limoncello has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 14 violations lately and about 20 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Limoncello on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: IPM report still showing activity and catch (3.6.26) Visit from exterminator was increased to twice a week (Tuesday-Friday)
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Mar 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an airgap. Install PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of airgap install. Plumbers report in process (2.25.26)
590.005/5-402.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mice activity observed on storage shelvings holding the tv small flies observed around kitchen handsink area. Clean to remove PIC to provide IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov Dropping was cleaned . IPM report still showing activity and catch (2.25.26)
590.006/6-501.111-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. Order was placed . Due to the storm delivery is delayed. (2.25.26)
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Back door observed missing a door sweep .Provide to minimize entryway for pests/rodents. (2.25.26)
590.006/6-202.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: IPM report still showing activity and catch (3.6.26) Visit from exterminator was increased to twice a week (Tuesday-Friday)
590.006/6-501.111-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service/mop sink. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of a mop sink Plumbers report in process (2.25.26)
590.005/5-203.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing area hansink observed leaking (pipe under). Repair (2.25.26)
590.005/5-205.15-C
58
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
7 critical violations. 12 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 35 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Insect spray observed stored next to bags/package of dry pasta. Discontinue
590.007/7-201.11-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff slicing ham and cheese without cleaning and sanitizing the slicer in between. Clean before/after to avoid contatmination /allergy.
590.004/4-602.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced american cheese 54F stored at room temperature. Discussed with staff to stored TCS foods at 41F below at all time.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff wearing gloves leaving work site and come back with the same gloves on. PIC to train staff on glove usage.
590.003/3-304.15-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw beef raw fish observed stored above RTE arugula house made sauces and house made meatballs .Discontinue
590.003/3-302.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff switching tasks without washing hands in between. PIC to monitor and train staff on handwashing
590.002/2-301.14-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an airgap. Install PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of airgap install. Plumbers report in process (2.25.26)
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Facility equipments and food contact surfaces observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible food spills hand prints food encrusted build up grease build up. Clean and sanitize throughout
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide any record on shellstock tags (mussels clams) . Provide and maintain record keeping for 90 days in chronological order
590.003/3-203.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. CFPM to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mice activity observed on storage shelvings holding the tv small flies observed around kitchen handsink area. Clean to remove PIC to provide IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov Dropping was cleaned . IPM report still showing activity and catch (2.25.26)
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration/cold unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several tray containers of prepped and RTE foods observed without date marking. Provide made/discard to all prep foods prior to storing. Per staff foods were prepped the night before
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide an irreverssible thermometer for the high temp dishwasher. Provide
590.004/4-302.13-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
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. Order was placed . Due to the storm delivery is delayed. (2.25.26)
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen handsink observed blocked by bakers rack warewashing handsink observed blocked by bucket of dish detergent and ice machine. Remove maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only to prevent contamination by hands. Kitchen (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide and maintain accessible
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the 3 bay sink . Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on foods contact surfaces. Discontinue store accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food dispensing utensils stored on equipments and inside foods (coffee ) . Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service/mop sink. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of a mop sink Plumbers report in process (2.25.26)
590.005/5-203.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple storage food containers condiments at cookline squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing area hansink observed leaking (pipe under). Repair (2.25.26)
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor and fans throughout the kitchen area observed in need of deep cleaning from grease build up/ dust build up. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Back door observed missing a door sweep .Provide to minimize entryway for pests/rodents. (2.25.26)
590.006/6-202.15-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Both restrooms on site observed without employee handwashing sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple trays and containers of prepped and RTE foods observed stored in cold unit without cover. Provide before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the kitchen area near the kitchen handsink. Provide repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Storage-other personal care items (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple employees items observed stored in the storage shelvings . Discontinue
590.007/7-209.11-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
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Ice machine observed next to warewashing handsink without any barrier in between. Provide Open case salad refrigeration unit observed placed in front of warewashing high temp diswwasher. Remove
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets of house made sauce observed stored on the floor inside walkin. Discontinue/ elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff working with RTE foods without any hair restraint. Provide & maintain
590.002/2-402.11-C
5
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
7 critical violations. 12 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 34 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an airgap. Install PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of airgap install
590.005/5-402.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff switching tasks without washing hands in between. PIC to monitor and train staff on handwashing
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff wearing gloves leaving work site and come back with the same gloves on. PIC to train staff on glove usage.
590.003/3-304.15-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Observed staff slicing ham and cheese without cleaning and sanitizing the slicer in between. Clean before/after to avoid contatmination /allergy.
590.004/4-602.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced american cheese 54F stored at room temperature. Discussed with staff to stored TCS foods at 41F below at all time.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Insect spray observed stored next to bags/package of dry pasta. Discontinue
590.007/7-201.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw beef raw fish observed stored above RTE arugula house made sauces and house made meatballs .Discontinue
590.003/3-302.11-P
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
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips for the 3 bay sink . Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. CFPM to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide any record on shellstock tags (mussels clams) . Provide and maintain record keeping for 90 days in chronological order
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide an irreverssible thermometer for the high temp dishwasher. Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Facility equipments and food contact surfaces observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible food spills hand prints food encrusted build up grease build up. Clean and sanitize throughout
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen handsink observed blocked by bakers rack warewashing handsink observed blocked by bucket of dish detergent and ice machine. Remove maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only to prevent contamination by hands. Kitchen (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mice activity observed on storage shelvings holding the tv small flies observed around kitchen handsink area. Clean to remove PIC to provide IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several tray containers of prepped and RTE foods observed without date marking. Provide made/discard to all prep foods prior to storing. Per staff foods were prepped the night before
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration/cold unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and keep visible
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide and maintain accessible
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Both restrooms on site observed without employee handwashing sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple trays and containers of prepped and RTE foods observed stored in cold unit without cover. Provide before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Storage-other personal care items (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple employees items observed stored in the storage shelvings . Discontinue
590.007/7-209.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Leak observed in the kitchen area near the kitchen handsink. Provide repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff working with RTE foods without any hair restraint. Provide & maintain
590.002/2-402.11-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
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Back door observed missing a door sweep .Provide to minimize entryway for pests/rodents
590.006/6-202.15-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service/mop sink. Provide detailed plumbers report on the cost install of a mop sink
590.005/5-203.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor and fans throughout the kitchen area observed in need of deep cleaning from grease build up/ dust build up. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple storage food containers condiments at cookline squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food dispensing utensils stored on equipments and inside foods (coffee ) . Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple wipping cloths observed stored on foods contact surfaces. Discontinue store accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets of house made sauce observed stored on the floor inside walkin. Discontinue/ elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Ice machine observed next to warewashing handsink without any barrier in between. Provide Open case salad refrigeration unit observed placed in front of warewashing high temp diswwasher. Remove
590.003/3-307.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
5
Aug 15, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised cutting boards where needed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in kitchen is blocked with equipment - relocate and keep clear as discussed
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all odors
590.005/5-203.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all loosedebris and broken equipment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Outdoor walking and driving surfaces graded to drain (c)
Inspector notes: Several missing bricks when entering the restaurant -address
590.006/6-202.19-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all small holes and peeling paint surfaces are patched up and resurfaces [ clean - smooth - durable - non absorbant ]
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors in the kitchen especially underneath equipment from all visile soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills inside and outside of all freezer and refrigeration units - all exterior of the cooking equipment
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Remove plastic cups and replace with commercial grade containers
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove soiled vents to soak overnight inside the three bay sink
590.004/4-202.18-C
50
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Replace the empty container chlorine test strips
590.004/4-201.12-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace all badly scorned cutting boards as discussed - they are past the point of attempting to remove remaining soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Drain flies and some rodent activity by the reardoor / trash storage areas - address before it gets to be a bigger issue
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify all bulk food storage bins where needed
590.003/3-302.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
590.004/4-202.18-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all lids closed tightly after use - clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris arounf the trash bins
590.005/5-501.15-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue placing clean wiping cloths over chairs and other non food contact surfaces after being cleaned
590.004/4-901.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all compromised wooden utensils with splintered edges - discontinue to use
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all exposed wooden shelving units where needed - several rusted shelving under prep tables -address
590.004/4-101.19-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basin of the prep sink [ and the exterior as well ] from all remaining spills and visible food soils
590.003/3-302.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors underneath behind and beside all ooking equipment where needed - blades to the ceiling fans as well from dust and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all exposed foods covered [ deli meats and such ] during refrigeration storage when not in use for an extended period of time
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills inside and outside of the following areas [ cooking equipmenton the line - freezer units - refrigeration units - storage bins and ice machine - all stainless steel surfaces with soils -
590.004/4-602.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all plastic cups being used to dispense dry condiments with commercial grade utensils such as a scoop with handle
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
39
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs and raw chicken are being stored directly above fresh produce and shredded cheese - remlocated during inspection
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold cuts and shredded cheese are 48F to 50 F - keep the lid down on the unit after use that is across from the stove / oven
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing foods for the restaurant from retail stores : Market Basket " wholesale businesses only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC has an expired food safety certificate - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: No cover on the large bowl of olives in oil located in a common area of the restaurant - either relocate to a better area of the restaurant or provide a cover as we discussed
590.003/3-302.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the two missing vents in the hood
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Need to empty out the drip containers located at each end of the hood used to catch excess grease on a mors frequent basis
590.004/4-204.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barrier to the slop sink area as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean all visible rust grease ans odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors behind and under all in line cooking equipment from visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the bike inside the kitchen along with milk crates and broken equipment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the mop heads after use then elevate off the floors during storage
590.006/6-501.16-C
41
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold cuts and shredded cheese are 48F to 50 F - keep the lid down on the unit after use that is across from the stove / oven
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs and raw chicken are being stored directly above fresh produce and shredded cheese - remlocated during inspection
590.003/3-302.11-P
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing foods for the restaurant from retail stores : Market Basket " wholesale businesses only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the two missing vents in the hood
590.004/4-202.18-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: PIC has an expired food safety certificate - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Need to empty out the drip containers located at each end of the hood used to catch excess grease on a mors frequent basis
590.004/4-204.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the mop heads after use then elevate off the floors during storage
590.006/6-501.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the bike inside the kitchen along with milk crates and broken equipment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors behind and under all in line cooking equipment from visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean all visible rust grease ans odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barrier to the slop sink area as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
43
Feb 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure all menu items offered under cooked are clearly and properly idetifies as such with the proper disclosure / reminder - example [ * Sirloin Steak ]
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the lid of the ice machine both inside and outside as well as around the perimeter from all visible soils - if it cannot be cleaned properly aia would order a new nwe
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the rusted out old tin box mounted on the wall [ appears to be an old firs aid kit ] - above the three by sink
590.006/6-501.114-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks where needed accordingly [ Hand Washing only ]
590.006/6-301.14-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Tighten up the area of the ceiling above the right side of the hood where there are several compromised ceiling tiles - address where needed
590.006/6-201.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Area of the floors and walls behind and under the [ three bay sink - ice machine - and hand sink ] from visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment -exterior of the three bay sink and all other hand sinks - exterior of all bulk food storage bins from thr visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevete all in use brooms and mops a minimum of six inches after use when storing to reduce potential contamination
590.006/6-501.16-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No allergen awareness certificate on site - address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime on hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure each basin of the three bay sink has a designated drain plug - clearly identify each basin accordingly [ WASH - RINSE - SANITIZE ]
590.004/4-204.119-C
52
Jul 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Ham @ 46f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Tags not being dated with date of last sold supply for all shelstock tags
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: 2 door upright reading 50f ensure 2 door cooler running @ 41f or below ( Chef called refrigeartion company at time of inspection )
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Hood baffles with grease build up clean to remove Hood sticker expired in February have cleaned by proffessional hood cleaning company registered with the city of boston fire department
590.006/6-201.12-C
67
Apr 25, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
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Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: no dates on shellstock tags for last used ensure dates of last used on all shellstock tags
590.003/3-203.12-PF
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Limoncello last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Limoncello on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Limoncello?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Limoncello.
How does Limoncello compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Limoncello most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Limoncello's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Limoncello have averaged around 14 violations per visit, down from roughly 20 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Limoncello 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 Limoncello inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Limoncello is inspected around three times per year on average.
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