Lucia Ristorante
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
90
Score
Lucia Ristorante appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Mar 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.
Across the inspection history, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Lucia Ristorante is comfortably above that bar. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention device location (c)
Inspector notes: Air gap was installed PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the ok of the air gap install to : inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-204.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink to safely disposed soiled water Designated toilet on site for the disposal of soiled mop water. (3.5.26)
590.005/5-203.13-C
90
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple cold holding foods (cooked pasta cut cucumber cut tomato cooked lentils raw shrimp ) at 47F-52F degrees. PIC voluntarily discard all products since they were in the cold unit from previous night. PIC to monitor cold holding temperature
590.003/3-501.16-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an airgap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap on the food prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine observed soiled by brown substances inside 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled with soils build up exterior of multiple food bulk containers observed visible soiled. Clean & sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen & staff restroom observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying. (cos)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: P's & PF's violations noted in the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Vomit & Diarrheal clean up kit observed expired. Provide updated kit. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitzer test kit/ strips for 3 bay sink solution and commercially mix spray bottles (quats/ lactic acid). Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks observed without an employee must wash hands sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Handwashing aids and devices use restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing sink observed supplied with handwashing soap. Discontinue
590.006/6-301.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Old mice droppings observed on the floor before employee restroom. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Backflow prevention device location (c)
Inspector notes: Air gap was installed PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the ok of the air gap install to : inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-204.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink to safely disposed soiled water Designated toilet on site for the disposal of soiled mop water. (3.5.26)
590.005/5-203.13-C
Preset tableware (c)
Inspector notes: Preset tableware observed exposed / not wrapped. Discontiue
590.004/4-904.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: 2 cutting boards observed heavily scored . Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door salad unit observed at 57F . Repair All foods stored in the unit was discard since it was stored overnight
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit including walk in observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent filters observed soiled with dust and grease build up. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired. 3.8.26
590.004/4-202.18-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink and grille at the cookline/ hansink and ice holder bar downstairs observed without a barrier in between . Provide
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several containers at cookline observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
25
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without an airgap. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of an airgap on the food prep sink to : inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple cold holding foods (cooked pasta cut cucumber cut tomato cooked lentils raw shrimp ) at 47F-52F degrees. PIC voluntarily discard all products since they were in the cold unit from previous night. PIC to monitor cold holding temperature
590.003/3-501.16-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitzer test kit/ strips for 3 bay sink solution and commercially mix spray bottles (quats/ lactic acid). Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine observed soiled by brown substances inside 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled with soils build up exterior of multiple food bulk containers observed visible soiled. Clean & sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen & staff restroom observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying. (cos)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: P's & PF's violations noted in the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Vomit & Diarrheal clean up kit observed expired. Provide updated kit. Inspector will provide procedure to the operator.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks observed without an employee must wash hands sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several containers at cookline observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink and grille at the cookline/ hansink and ice holder bar downstairs observed without a barrier in between . Provide
590.003/3-307.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent filters observed soiled with dust and grease build up. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired. 3.8.26
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit including walk in observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Handwashing aids and devices use restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing sink observed supplied with handwashing soap. Discontinue
590.006/6-301.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 door salad unit observed at 57F . Repair All foods stored in the unit was discard since it was stored overnight
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: 2 cutting boards observed heavily scored . Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Preset tableware (c)
Inspector notes: Preset tableware observed exposed / not wrapped. Discontiue
590.004/4-904.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service sink. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of a service sink to safely disposed soiled water
590.005/5-203.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Old mice droppings observed on the floor before employee restroom. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
26
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being purchase from reputable wholesale suppliers and NOT from retail outlets such as popular supermarkets
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copies of both your current food safety and allergen awareness certifications - ensure both names match
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Aug 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being purchase from reputable wholesale suppliers and NOT from retail outlets such as popular supermarkets
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copies of both your current food safety and allergen awareness certifications - ensure both names match
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
May 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean/sanitize/disinfect all exposed equipment.counters.tables warewashing and any food surface. Provide all cleaning documents be re-inspected for approval to re-open
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Sprinkler discharge above the in line refrigeration unit all food affected by the water was voluntary disposed.. Notified Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast. Voluntary closure was issued. PIC Instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize/disinfect using a professional licensed restoration company provide all documentation be re-inspected by building & health for approval to re-open
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Remove Clean/sanitize/disinfect all standing water at the location throughout affected by sprinkler discharge .
590.006/6-201.11-C
78
Jun 23, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Hood baffles with dust and grease build up clean to remove Hood sticker expired in April 2023 have cleaned by licensed hood cleaning compnay with BFD
590.004/4-301.14-C
95
Sep 7, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 14, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags held for 9@ least 90 dyas but not all tags are abeing dated with last used date ensure for all tags of clams and mussels
590.003/3-203.12-PF
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucia Ristorante last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucia Ristorante on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucia Ristorante?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lucia Ristorante.
How does Lucia Ristorante compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Lucia Ristorante most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Lucia Ristorante's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Lucia Ristorante have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lucia Ristorante 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 Lucia Ristorante inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucia Ristorante is inspected around three times per year on average.
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