My Mother's Cutlets
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
95
Score
My Mother's Cutlets appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. My Mother's Cutlets was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “(p) person-in-charge-duties” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting My Mother's Cutlets on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
13
Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device location (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed with direct connection with the sewage system. Provide a plumbers report on the install of an airgap/backflow preventor on the prep sink. Air gap was installed. PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the approval of the work order to: inca.prince@boston.go
590.005/5-204.12-C
95
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent sticker observed expired 1.15.26. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood sticker company
590.006/6-501.14-C
Backflow prevention device location (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed with direct connection with the sewage system. Provide a plumbers report on the install of an airgap/backflow preventor on the prep sink. Air gap was installed. PIC to provide permit from ISD plumbing division on the approval of the work order to: inca.prince@boston.go
590.005/5-204.12-C
90
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher observed reading 00ppm chlorine. Repair to dispense according to the regulation
590.004/4-501.114-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed with direct connection with the sewage system. Provide a plumbers report on the install of an airgap/backflow preventor on the prep sink.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: Pre beaded chicken filet 56F observed stored in line drawer for sales. Per PIC product was prepped earlier today. PIC to train staff on cooling parameters and monitor cold holding (COS)
590.003/3-501.14-P
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitzer bucket observed reading over 200ppm chlorine. Set up according to law.
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide vomit kit and procedure for vomit & diarreal clean up event. Provide Inspector will provide procedure to PIC
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Bucket of vodka sauce prepped the night before per PIC observed without date marking. Provide made discard date before storing
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher observed not dispensing sanitzer solution. Repair to dispense automatically Staff to refrain from using the low temp dishwasher until repair is done. Staff to use 3 bay sink to wash/ rinse/ sanitize dishes safely
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide and maintain accessible at all time
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying. (cos)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled mop and mop bucket observed stored in the kitchen floor. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.16-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent sticker observed expired 1.15.26. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood sticker company
590.006/6-501.14-C
Backflow prevention device location (c)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed with direct connection with the sewage system. Provide a plumbers report on the install of an airgap/backflow preventor on the prep sink
590.005/5-204.12-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: No barrier observed between kitchen handwashing sink and food prep sink. Install
590.003/3-307.11-C
26
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher observed reading 00ppm chlorine. Repair to dispense according to the regulation
590.004/4-501.114-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed with direct connection with the sewage system. Provide a plumbers report on the install of an airgap/backflow preventor on the prep sink.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: Pre beaded chicken filet 56F observed stored in line drawer for sales. Per PIC product was prepped earlier today. PIC to train staff on cooling parameters and monitor cold holding (COS)
590.003/3-501.14-P
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher observed not dispensing sanitzer solution. Repair to dispense automatically Staff to refrain from using the low temp dishwasher until repair is done. Staff to use 3 bay sink to wash/ rinse/ sanitize dishes safely
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide vomit kit and procedure for vomit & diarreal clean up event. Provide Inspector will provide procedure to PIC
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Staff restroom observed without paper towels. Provide means to hand drying. (cos)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitzer bucket observed reading over 200ppm chlorine. Set up according to law.
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide and maintain accessible at all time
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Bucket of vodka sauce prepped the night before per PIC observed without date marking. Provide made discard date before storing
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent sticker observed expired 1.15.26. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood sticker company
590.006/6-501.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled mop and mop bucket observed stored in the kitchen floor. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.16-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: No barrier observed between kitchen handwashing sink and food prep sink. Install
590.003/3-307.11-C
27
Nov 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
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(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: This existing buisiness " Rina's " had closed recently for cosmetic repairs sometime last year -- it recently reopened under the name " My Mother's Cutlet's " same address - same food and same owner - PIC needs to contact supervisors at the city of boston health department to make a [ D/B/A ] change so the existing permit NUMBER can match the new name - "Doing buisiness as " a simple application on line
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
May 7, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: This existing buisiness " Rina's " had closed recently for cosmetic repairs sometime last year -- it recently reopened under the name " My Mother's Cutlet's " same address - same food and same owner - PIC needs to contact supervisors at the city of boston health department to make a [ D/B/A ] change so the existing permit NUMBER can match the new name - "Doing buisiness as " a simple application on line
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Should of contacted the health department before attempting to open up the newly renovated restaurant - this was discussed in a previous conversation
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copues of both your food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
78
May 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Should of contacted the health department before attempting to open up the newly renovated restaurant - this was discussed in a previous conversation
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copues of both your food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Oct 12, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 4, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings found in basement dry storage area clean to remove and supply detailed exterminator reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Apr 10, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings found in basement dry storage area clean to remove and supply detailed exterminator reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Mechanical warewashing equipment wash solution temperature (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dishwasher not operating proper wash water 775 PIC stated dishwasher not being used. Repair dishwasher
590.004/4-501.110-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings found in basement dry storage area clean to remove and supply detailed exterminator reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing facuet unable to turn off. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Oct 25, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Water leaking from ceiling above 3 bay sink repair
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was My Mother's Cutlets last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at My Mother's Cutlets on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at My Mother's Cutlets?
Across the inspection record, “(p) person-in-charge-duties” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at My Mother's Cutlets.
How does My Mother's Cutlets compare to other restaurants in Boston?
My Mother's Cutlets most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has My Mother's Cutlets' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at My Mother's Cutlets have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at My Mother's Cutlets 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 My Mother's Cutlets inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, My Mother's Cutlets is inspected around four times per year on average.
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