Love Health
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
95
Score
Love Health has been inspected 12 times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “system maintained in good repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
The city-wide average for Dorchester sits at 86, putting Love Health on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Cockroach were observed in the glue trap located in the basement.clean to remove /Provide detail pest report to Keila.depina@boston.gov 1/20/2026 No Evidence of any activity .Per PIC Pest Control Canceled the scheduled service and is expected to be on site later today. submit detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator with no catch and no activity. 2.4.2026 Small evidence of mice dropping was observed on the floor near the cashier station . Fox Pest control service was on site 2/3/2026 Documented noticed multiple access points allowing entry into the unit. Mouse droppings were also found in multiple locations. In regard to sanitation things looked clean. Additonal Pest control Service is required.
590.006/6-501.112-C
95
Mar 3, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of floor tile observed damaged and loose. Address and make any necessary repairs. 01/20/2025 Per PIC Estimate and timeframe for the floor tile repair will be provided 2.4.2026 Observed some fruit residue on the floor in the basement. clean to remove upstairs clean the floor to remove dropping and debris
590.006/6-201.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Cockroach were observed in the glue trap located in the basement.clean to remove /Provide detail pest report to Keila.depina@boston.gov 1/20/2026 No Evidence of any activity .Per PIC Pest Control Canceled the scheduled service and is expected to be on site later today. submit detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator with no catch and no activity. 2.4.2026 Small evidence of mice dropping was observed on the floor near the cashier station . Fox Pest control service was on site 2/3/2026 Documented noticed multiple access points allowing entry into the unit. Mouse droppings were also found in multiple locations. In regard to sanitation things looked clean. Additonal Pest control Service is required.
590.006/6-501.112-C
90
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Cockroach were observed in the glue trap located in the basement.clean to remove /Provide detail pest report to Keila.depina@boston.gov 1/20/2026 No Evidence of any activity .Per PIC Pest Control Canceled the scheduled service and is expected to be on site later today. submit detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator with no catch and no activity. 2.4.2026 Small evidence of mice dropping was observed on the floor near the cashier station . Fox Pest control service was on site 2/3/2026 Documented noticed multiple access points allowing entry into the unit. Mouse droppings were also found in multiple locations. In regard to sanitation things looked clean. Additonal Pest control Service is required.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of floor tile observed damaged and loose. Address and make any necessary repairs. 01/20/2025 Per PIC Estimate and timeframe for the floor tile repair will be provided 2.4.2026 Observed some fruit residue on the floor in the basement. clean to remove upstairs clean the floor to remove dropping and debris
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize the interior of the ice machine to remove possible mold-like substance. Interior of single door fridge observed soiled. clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No posted certifications for food safety training. Post and ensure staff training is provided
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels observed on any of the hand sinks. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: The full time employee is not a certified food manager. Provide a full time certified food manager at this location. The three bay sink was not set up properly. Properly train the employees to wash equipment in soapy water rinse in clean water sanitize in the third bay and then air dry the items. The employees were unfamiliar with illness policy. Properly train employees
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under the three bay sink around grease trap and ice machine observed with soils. Clean the floor under/around the grease trap & Ice machine to remove soils and debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Stairswell observed with excess trash and debris. clean to remove in order to minimize any type of rodent activity Basement area is cluttered with boxes and products. Discard unused or empty boxes and organize products so effective cleaning can be done. Basement area observed in need of organizing and cleaning.Hookah observed store in the basement . remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Cockroach were observed in the glue trap located in the basement.clean to remove /Provide detail pest report to Keila.depina@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.112-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom Ceiling vent observed with dust build up. clean to remove
590.006/6-201.17-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of floor tile observed damaged and loose. Address and make any necessary repairs
590.006/6-201.11-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection there was soiled equipment collecting in the three bay sink. Provide areas to store soiled items and items that are air drying
590.004/4-301.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: The Front hand sink is disconnected and not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all foods from open can ( coconut milk) containers/properly store in covered food service grade container
590.003/3-302.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Preparation sink in the back area observed blocked with soiled dishes. Discontinue and ensure preparation sink is clean and clear during all operational hours
590.003/3-307.11-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom/ provide covered waste receptacle
590.005/5-501.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the bathroom. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-C
35
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Outside trash area with excess boxes/trash and debris. Clean to remove all in order to minimize any type of rodent activity.
590.006/6-501.114-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Preparation sink not connected/operating properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hand sink in the main kitchen area does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Additional hand sink in the front service are to be used until repairs are to be made.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several floor tiles in the main kitchen area damaged and lifting. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen area. Address.
590.006/6-501.111-C
82
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels any of the hand sinks. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Preparation sink in the back area observed blocked with soiled dishes. Discontinue and ensure preparation sink is clean and clear during all operational hours.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of tile floor damaged and loose. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
82
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the front service/back preparation area's. 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
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front service freezer with excess fros/ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen area disconnected and not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Apr 26, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front service ice cream freezer with excess frost/ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
90
Apr 3, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Wrong tets strips being used for the Quartinary Ammonium Sanitizer. Address and provide the correct test strips in order to get an accurate reading.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometers available at the time of the inspection. Provide.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front service ice cream freezer with excess frost/ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: No prep sink provide.
590.003/3-305.14-C
95
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: No prep sink provide.
590.003/3-305.14-C
95
Sep 11, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: No prep sink provide.
590.003/3-305.14-C
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Love Health last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Love Health on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Love Health?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Love Health.
How does Love Health compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Love Health most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Love Health's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Love Health have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Love Health 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 Health inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Love Health is inspected around five times per year on average.
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