Love Art Sushi

53 Northern Av, Boston, MA 02210

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged 12 inspections at Love Art Sushi, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Across the inspection history, “cleaning of plumbing fixtures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Love Art Sushi on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 29, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Staff observed on the prep line without hair restraints. Provide at all times.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Conformance with approved procedures (pf)

Inspector notes: Logging not up to date for ph of sushi rice the last entry was on 1/24/25. PIC states the meter is not operating properly. Advised to replace immediately and log accordingly to haccp plan.

590.008/8-103.12-PF

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Observed rop tuna thawing improperly. Advised pic of proper thawing methods. Retrain staff on proper thawing methods.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed the splash guard on the handsink loose and not attached properly to the sink. Repair

590.006/6-501.11-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Handsink fixtures observed with grime build up and food soils. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Observed ROP Tuna thawing incorrectly in refrigeration unit. PIC corrected on site and was able to demonstrate proper thawing methods. Assure all staff are aware of proper practices.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Jul 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 27, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris inside the handsink and in strainer. Clean to remove and dc utilizing handsink for any other purposes then washing hands.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy soils and food debris on handsink. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Observed food soils and debri on the exterior of knife holder. Clean to remove

590.004/4-101.19-C

Jun 20, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

Inspector notes: Splash guard detached from sushi area handsink. Reinstall.

590.003/3-307.11-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Handsink loose on wall mounting. Secure. Handwashing practices are satisfactory. Sink hot water is 100F+

590.005/5-205.15-C

Apr 26, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 16, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Online menu lacks consumer advisory for raw foods. Provide.

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Repair loose floor boards at top of staircase in dining area.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Prohibitions (c)

Inspector notes: To go containers being stored under an open staircase. Remove or seal staircase with durable and cleanable materials.

590.004/4-903.12-C

Nov 22, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Cooked chicken meat store in close proximity to raw fish. COS.

590.003/3-302.11-P

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Scoop handle observed in contact with raw tune. COS.

590.003/3-304.12-C

Insect control devices design and installation (c)

Inspector notes: Fly paper in use. Discontinue. Provide self contained device to control insects.

590.006/6-202.13-C

Jun 14, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Love Art Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Love Art Sushi on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Love Art Sushi?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning of plumbing fixtures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Love Art Sushi.

How does Love Art Sushi compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Love Art Sushi most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Love Art Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Love Art Sushi have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Love Art Sushi 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 Love Art Sushi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Love Art Sushi is inspected around three times per year on average.

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