Omni Parker House
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
78
Score
Omni Parker House has been inspected 16 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 28, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
“Backflow prevention air gap” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Omni Parker House's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Detergent in "Last Hurrah" dish machine observed empty. Ensure detergent is available at all hours.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide hand sink only signage at all hand sinks.
590.006/6-301.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ceramic bowl observed in rice container. Removed.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed un punched. Expired tag observed on hood. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.006/6-501.14-C
78
Dec 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink/ provide proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report and building permit. Use a colander until properly plumbed.
590.005/5-202.13-P
86
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink/ provide proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report and building permit. Use a colander until properly plumbed.
590.005/5-202.13-P
86
Dec 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink/ provide proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report and building permit. Use a colander until properly plumbed.
590.005/5-202.13-P
86
Dec 1, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Marinade chicken on a true prep table with refrigerated is 51F. Provide proper cold Holding of 41F or Below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: reach-in unit / Properly store all raw shells eggs Below Ready to eat foods In walk-in fridge observed food Item stored in hotel pans uncovered;
590.003/3-302.11-P
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink/ provide proper air gap to sink drain/ provide a license plumber's report and building permit. Use a colander until properly plumbed.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Reach in Unit/ Properly date mark all ready to eat foods Provide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live mouse was observed in the dinnig area. Provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report to : keila.depina@bosotn.gov Multiple mouse droppings observed in the bakery area in the basement and in the starway leading to the lower level. Clean to remove.PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: keila.depina@boston.gov *** Daily visit and report from licensed exterminator recommended until issue is resolved
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Wash gauge to high temp dishwasher in kitchen is flashing an error message. properly repair to provide accurate reading per PIC They waiting on ta part to fix
590.004/4-204.115-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the double door reach in unit to remove soils-service station(coffee) walkin unit observed soiled with loose debris Clean and sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: clean sanitize/replace worn white cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Mop not in use is being stored inside mop bucket.Hang mops to dry
590.006/6-501.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed heavily clutter. Clean and organize to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Glue trap observed with roaches in the kitchen .Remove/replace soiled glue trap
590.006/6-501.112-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: piping observing leaking water from ceiling. Water observed leaking into the floor in basement. Repair as necessary
590.006/6-201.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor observed with soils/debris/ clean to remove Basement bakery area observed in need of organizing and cleaning.
590.006/6-201.11-C
32
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 29, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the double door reach in unit to remove soils-service station(coffee) Rooftop prep kitchen-Clean the interior of the warming unit to remove soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove /replace soiled glue trap.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor to remove soils/debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Ice bins observed stored on the floor.Discontinue.Properly store clean ice bins in a desiganated location inverted.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
82
Oct 31, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live mouse observed near the stairs at the rear prep location.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide an (*) beside all items that are served raw/undercooked/cooked to order.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under the bar equipment to remove debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
78
Feb 6, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 29, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: In the main kitchen keep wiping cloths in a sanitizer when not in use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor area of the kitchen at Parkers Bar. Clean the floor of the trash room. Replace out of place ceiling tile on ceiling in the employee cafe dishroom.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: remove flaking paint from the ceiling in the main kitchen at the dishroom and above the walk in coolers.
590.006/6-201.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: In the Level B basement storage walk in cooler provide shelving for storage of food items. Remove milk crates used as storage shelves.
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Aug 9, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when cloths are not in use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor area of the trash room. Remvoe all debris buildup and soils buildup on the floor area. Finish kitchen floor. Chef reports kitchen floor is being refinished in stages. Construction is ongoing and only takes place when the kitchen is closed.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: at the hand sink in the pot room keep al brooms and dust pans 6 inches off the floor area when not in use.
590.006/6-501.114-C
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Omni Parker House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Omni Parker House on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Omni Parker House?
Across the inspection record, “backflow prevention air gap” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Omni Parker House.
How does Omni Parker House compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Omni Parker House most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Omni Parker House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Omni Parker House have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Omni Parker House 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 Omni Parker House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Omni Parker House is inspected around four times per year on average.
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