Lucky's
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Lucky's six times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 8, 2025. 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 nine violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “surface characteristics-indoor areas”, which has been cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed the handsink utilized as a dumpsink. PIC advised to identify 1 sink for hand washing purposes. At the time of inspection both signage is posted on both basins
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple plastic squeeze bottles without proper labels. provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils at the handsink. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed on top of the dishmachine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Oct 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 15 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing foods from " Retail outlets" - professionally licensed wholesalers only - not local supermarkets
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Soiled glasses inside the designated hand sink behind the bar - removed during inspection -Discontinue practices
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean underneath and behind the floors of the entire equipment on the cooking line from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Clean soiled aprons on all cooks a more frequent basis - when there is a visible collection of visible soils
590.002/2-304.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all plstic cups from the condiments bins such as rice and flour - replace with commercial grade utensils with handles
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all dry goods off the floors in all areas of the restaurant to reduce potential rodent activity as well as keeping the floors properly clean after daily use
590.003/3-305.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces only - do not use on counter tops or to clean utensils - use as discussed
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all woooden utensils with burn marks and splintered edges where needed
590.004/4-101.17-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heavily soiled vents in the hood and soak them overnight to remove stubborn stains
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ice units separation of drains (c)
Inspector notes: Address accordingly
590.004/4-204.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving units where needed in the kitchen
590.004/4-602.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove rusted areas and soils
590.005/5-402.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Post " Hand washing Only" signage at all designated hand sink locations
590.006/6-301.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all soiled and in use mops off the floors after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
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Feb 14, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Hot water pipe burst in the kitchen ceiling(2 locations).Repair pipe as needed Provide repair documentation to the Health division
590.005/5-205.15-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water pipe burst in the ceiling heavy ceiling damage visible The establishment Voluntarily closed No loss of power no food items observed exposed on my arrival. Assistant Commissioner Dan Prendergast was notified Establishment will remain voluntarily closed PIC instructed to provide all necessary repairs clean/sanitize affected locations as needed provide all necessary documentation(cleaning & repairs) be re-inspected for approval to re-open
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling in the kitchen heavily damaged due to pipe break.Repair/replace damaged ceiling
590.006/6-101.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water pipe burst debris & water observed on all equipment & wares Provide a licensed cleaning company to Clean & sanitize all affected locations.(equipment & wares) Provide cleaning documentation to the Health division
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean/sanitize the floors/walls to remove debris & excess water from a burst pipe
590.006/6-501.13-C
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Feb 7, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink on premises. Provide. Establishment is currently using floor drain to dump mop water. (1-5-2023).
590.005/5-203.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Wall next to soda and coffee is worn wood paneling. Seal with cleanable materials. Floors in kitchen with several areas missing grout and standing water and food debri. Clean and resurface. This work to be done during interior renovation of seating side. (1-5-2023)
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Jan 5, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Wall next to soda and coffee is worn wood paneling. Seal with cleanable materials. Floors in kitchen with several areas missing grout and standing water and food debri. Clean and resurface. This work to be done during interior renovation of seating side. (1-5-2023)
590.006/6-101.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink on premises. Provide. Establishment is currently using floor drain to dump mop water. (1-5-2023).
590.005/5-203.13-C
90
Oct 19, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Prep Sink with no air grap. Provide.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Foods out buffet style in bar area with no sneeze guards. Provide.
590.003/3-306.11-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Website menu is missing consumer advisory for raw and undercooked foods tuna roll and burgers cooked to order. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide irreversible thermometer for high temperature dish machine.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Wall next to soda and coffee is worn wood paneling. Seal with cleanable materials. Floors in kitchen with several areas missing grout and standing water and food debri. Clean and resurface.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink on premises. Provide. Establishment is currently using what appears to be a food prep sink to dump mop water.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Dust and debri with dust and soils behind and around. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucky's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucky's on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucky's?
Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Lucky's.
How does Lucky's compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Lucky's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Lucky's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Lucky's have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lucky's 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 Lucky's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucky's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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