Pagliuca's Restaurant
Last inspected: May 5, 2026
8
Score
Going back to 2022, Pagliuca's Restaurant has 12 inspections in the public record. On May 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 14 violations.
The pattern that stands out is “surface characteristics-indoor areas”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Pagliuca's Restaurant's 8 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
13
Major latest
15
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 5, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 13 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 31 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken observed stored above cooked pasta. Discontinue and store separate
590.003/3-302.11-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Per Chef fruit/produce/vegetables gets washed in the 2 bay sink since theres no food prepsink on site. PIC to provide detailed plumbers report from a licensed plumber on the cost of install of a food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-402.11-P
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Low temp diswasher observed not dispensing sanitizer 0ppm (bottle was empty). PIC to monitor warewashing (cos)
590.004/4-501.114-P
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for the vomit & diarrheal clean up. Provide & maintain accessible Inspector will provide procedure to the establishment via email
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety due to lack of staffing Establishment must designate an additional CFPM to be on site.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide past shell stock tags . Only current week available. Discussed with Chef about 90 days retention
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several containers of prep foods in various cold unit observed missing date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Asteriks noted missing from the consumer advisory notation on the paper menu on the foods offered undercooked. Provide to the pertaining foods.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitzer test strips for quartenary and chlorine sanitzer. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitizer non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink for pots/pans. Provide
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooking faucet observed running from the same faucet as handwashing sink faucet. Discontinue to prevent contaminations
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen only handwashing sink observed dispensing only cold water @ 54F . Repair to dispense minimum 100F .
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main hansink observed without hand soap. Provide to encourage hand washing (cos)
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Old rat droppping observed on the floor in the ice machine room. Clean to remove PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of low temp dishwasher observed soiled with visible black/ while slime substance dishwasher loading tray observed with visible soils accumulation interior of multiple cold units observed soiled from visible debris and soils accumulation ice build up observed inside walk in freezer. Clean & sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under equipment observed with soils build up ice machine room observed oderous. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple doors observed missing door sweep. Instal to prevent entryway for pests/rodents
590.006/6-202.15-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Men restroom observed missing employee must wash hands signage. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Storage room (wine/ice machine room) observed in need of deep cleaning and organizing due to visible clutter. Clean & organzie
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 2.26.26. Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company
590.006/6-501.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled mop hang to dry on pipe. Discontinue
590.006/6-501.16-C
Preset tableware (c)
Inspector notes: Preset utensils observed exposed on multiple tables. Discontinue (wrap)
590.004/4-904.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting board observed heavily scored/stained. Replace/resurface
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Condiments containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Can of tomato sauce / bucket of foods observed stored on the floor in the kitchen are and inside walkin freezer. Discontinue/elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed barrier missing betwenn handwashing sink and cook line. Install
590.003/3-307.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters/attachement observed heavily soiled . Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cold units observed missing a conspicuous thermometer. Provide & maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Observed grease leaking/drip on the back wall of the cookline into the stairway . Clean to remove/Repair
590.004/4-204.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Facility observed without a service sink. Per staff soiled water disposal in the floor drain. Discontinue PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost of install of service/mop sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.005/5-203.13-C
8
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean under and behind all the cooking equipment where needed in the kitchen from visible grease grime and visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all equipment on the cooking line from visible grease and grime - pull out all the equipment off the wall as each unit has wheels and is connected to a flex gas hose
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Jul 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cut produce for salads [ 51F ] keep lid on salad sation when not in use - freeze the individual pans to m aintain the cold longer
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of insects around the grease trap - address accordingly - provide IPM reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all equipment on the cooking line from visible grease and grime - pull out all the equipment off the wall as each unit has wheels and is connected to a flex gas hose
590.004/4-602.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Contact the BWSD to clean olut the grease trap
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean under and behind all the cooking equipment where needed in the kitchen from visible grease grime and visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the entire kitchen floor especially underneath all cooking equipment
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired food safety certificate - address immediately
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heavily soiled vents with grease and grime - soak overnight inside the three bay sink
590.004/4-202.18-C
58
Jul 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cut produce for salads [ 51F ] keep lid on salad sation when not in use - freeze the individual pans to m aintain the cold longer
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of insects around the grease trap - address accordingly - provide IPM reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Contact the BWSD to clean olut the grease trap
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the entire kitchen floor especially underneath all cooking equipment
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired food safety certificate - address immediately
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heavily soiled vents with grease and grime - soak overnight inside the three bay sink
590.004/4-202.18-C
64
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Clean linens (c)
590.004/4-801.11-C
86
Jan 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing any and all foods from " retail stores" to be used on site at the restaurant - professionally licensed wholesalers only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: If your adding " raw oysters " to the menu a consumer advisory will be needed Make the necessary corrections where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Washing procedures for alternative manual warewashing equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Address as discussed with the large pots
590.004/4-603.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors and walls of the kitchen / prep area from all visible soils - clean the blades of the ceiling fans where needed
590.006/6-101.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barrier
590.005/5-203.13-C
Clean linens (c)
590.004/4-801.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils on all cooking equipment - refrigeration and freezer units and all prep areas where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all visible grease deposits where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: Take out only what you can store and use at that time on top of the raw food prep area- too much product can easily contaminate ready to eat foods and / or clean linens and cookware
590.003/3-305.14-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up where needed
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
590.003/3-304.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a current copy of managers food safety certificate alongside the owners / PIC certificates as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
45
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing any and all foods from " retail stores" to be used on site at the restaurant - professionally licensed wholesalers only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: If your adding " raw oysters " to the menu a consumer advisory will be needed Make the necessary corrections where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors and walls of the kitchen / prep area from all visible soils - clean the blades of the ceiling fans where needed
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a current copy of managers food safety certificate alongside the owners / PIC certificates as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up where needed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: Take out only what you can store and use at that time on top of the raw food prep area- too much product can easily contaminate ready to eat foods and / or clean linens and cookware
590.003/3-305.14-C
Washing procedures for alternative manual warewashing equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Address as discussed with the large pots
590.004/4-603.15-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all visible grease deposits where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils on all cooking equipment - refrigeration and freezer units and all prep areas where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barrier
590.005/5-203.13-C
52
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw boneless chicken breasts are 45F ensure the cooler is nit being overloaded - discontinue placing items on top of the units as it may overheat the compressor due to the 95F degree weather outside
590.003/3-501.16-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the compromised chlorine test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas of the kitchen where needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and rinse - place in a designated area away from foods and food service when air drying
590.004/4-901.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copy of PIC's food safety certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove sponges inside the three bay sink - use on NON food contact surfaces only [ floors - walls - ceilings ]
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - freezers and refrigeration units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the current location where large pots and pans are air drying - invert the large pots so water can empty out into the three bay sink properly
590.004/4-301.13-C
55
Feb 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to purchase foods from " retail suppliers such as " Market Basket" - foods sold at the restaurant should onlt be purchased from a professionally licensed wholesale provider
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Address the rodent activity in the rear of the backyard / delivery area by filling ina few holes - new door sweeps and maintaining the loose trash and debris scattered around on the ground
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised test kits [ chlorine - purple shade strips ]
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the kitchen clean walls and ceiling areas that have a collection of dirt dust and debtrs - clean ro remove all visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copies of both the food safety and the allergen awareness certificates as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all ruisted shelving units where needed under the prep tables in the kitchen
590.004/4-602.13-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Pitch all drain boards inward to the sink so the dripping water is falling into the sink and not on the floors
590.004/4-204.119-C
Equipment clothes washers dryers and storage cabinets contamination prevention location (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all clean oans being stored underneath the soiled three bay sink - store in a clean dry and safe envirement of the facility
590.004/4-401.11-C1
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all personal items clothing bicycles baggage from the restaurant that is not asffiliated with iot - too many poersonal items stored in with commercial utensils and foods intended for the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment on the line from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-202.16-C
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all compromised smaller cutting boards that are splintered and heavily soiled
590.004/4-201.11-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the basin of the prep sink - maintain clean throughout the day from clurtter and soils
590.003/3-302.15-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean around all the trash barrels from loose debris blowing all over the plac e because the lids are either missing or not covering the barrels- recommen ding to get larger canisters to assist with rodent activity
590.005/5-501.15-C
43
Jun 8, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold hold of Raw Pork & Calamari @ 48f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: 1 door upright cooler running @ 50f repair to run 41f or below
590.004/4-301.11-PF
78
Apr 19, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pagliuca's Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pagliuca's Restaurant on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pagliuca's Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Pagliuca's Restaurant.
How does Pagliuca's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Pagliuca's Restaurant most recently scored 8 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Pagliuca's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pagliuca's Restaurant have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pagliuca's Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Pagliuca's Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pagliuca's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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