Penguin Pizza
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, Penguin Pizza has 16 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Penguin Pizza is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple holes found in different areas of the interior and exterior of the establishement (possible entry point for rodents/pests). Holes werent noted on the current IPM report. Repair .
590.006/6-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple doors (main entrance grease room main back door door leading to the basement) observed with damage door sweep door sweep wrong installed or large gaps. Repair install door sweep to prevent pests/rodents entry. (9.2.25)
590.006/6-202.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple old/dry mice droppings observed stored on bottom shelvings in the storage room and stairway leading to storage room. Clean to remove (corrected 9.2.25) *** PIC to provide detailed current IPM report from a licensed exterminator . IPM report should cite notation of drop ceiling inspection.(9.2.25)
590.006/6-501.111-C
86
Jul 18, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor behing seat and bench in the dinning area observed in need of cleaning .Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple old/dry mice droppings observed stored on bottom shelvings in the storage room and stairway leading to storage room. Clean to remove *** PIC to provide detailed current IPM report from a licensed exterminator . IPM report should cite notation of ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood ventilation filter system observed heavily soiled with dust accumulation. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 6.24.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple old/dry mice droppings observed stored on bottom shelvings in the storage room and stairway leading to storage room. Clean to remove *** PIC to provide detailed current IPM report from a licensed exterminator . IPM report should cite notation of ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ladies bathroom ceiling above kitchen stairway and ceiling downstairs in the basement area near ice machine observed with holes damage missing. Provide proper repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
86
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers cold holding observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood ventilation filter system observed heavily soiled with dust accumulation. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expires 6.24.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored/soiled. Resurface/clean/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple old/dry mice droppings observed stored on bottom shelvings in the storage room and stairway leading to storage room. Clean to remove *** PIC to provide detailed current IPM report from a licensed exterminator . IPM report should cite notation of ceiling inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of the building/ back observed with loose debris old equipments and litter potential rodents/pests harborage. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ladies bathroom ceiling above kitchen stairway and ceiling downstairs in the basement area near ice machine observed with holes damage missing. Provide proper repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of food items/dry goods observed stored on the ground. Discontinue keep 6' elevated.
590.003/3-305.11-C
61
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple rodents droppings observed on top of the kitchen dishwasher and under bench chair at the dinning area. Clean and sanitize to remove. PIC provided current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted. Provide active managerial control
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide made/discard to all products stored in the refrigeration unit .
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Cook range and backsplash observed heavily soiled exterior of numerous squeeze bottles observed soiled interior of multiple refrigeration units and gasget observed soiled clean knife storage rack observed soiled interior of low temp dishwasher observed soiled (delimer) exterior of numerous pizza holder tray observed heavily soiled in between equipments observed with heavy grease build up meat slicer observed soiled exterior of bulk bins observed soiled and exterior of fryolator observed heavily soiled . Clean and sanitze to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous door leading to both outside and inside the establishment observed missing a door sweep. Possible entryway for rodents and pests. Provide effective door sweep.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 03.16.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaner.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Outside basement area observed heavily clutter by box old equipments and trash. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Employees belonging observed stored on dry are storage shelvings. Discontinue
590.006/6-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled . Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster are observed with multiple loose and trash debris. Clean to remove
590.005/5-501.115-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Grease storage room floor and walls observed heavily soiled by heavy grease spills and soiled grease deposit barrels floor under table and chair in the dinning area observed soiled with debris accumulation floor in the basement area observed with multiple loose debris. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen handsink faucet observed soiled with grime build up. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
45
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Characteristics-single-service and single-use (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue re-using fish containers and fetta cheese buckets to stored other foods.
590.004/4-102.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple mouse dropping observed in both male and female bathroom multiple mouse dropping observed on top of dishwasher. Clean and sanitze to remove. PIC to provide current IPM report from a license exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed without date marking. Provide. Per PIC food was prepared the night before 7.28. 24 and earlier today.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to monitor hand washing understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and date marking . Certified Manager must retrain all staff.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of 3 bay sink observed soiled interior and exterior of dishwasher observed heavily soiled squeeze bottles observed soiled outside storage bins observed heavily soiled and pizza paddle observed heavily soiled. Clean and sanitze.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen chest freezer observed not operating. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple holes in the wall backdoor and basement door open kept open at all time as possible pest and rodent entryway. Discontinue.
590.006/6-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using cardboard in the basment floor as carpet.
590.006/6-201.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using plastic containers to scoop food from bulk. Provide utensils with handles.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed yellow sponge stored inside 3 bay sink. Discontinue using yellow sponge.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets holding nachos and multiple boxes of food food arcticles downstairs in the basement observed stored on the floor. Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Bassement area observed heavily clutter . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavly soiled . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple contianers of food stored in the refrigerator observed without lables multiples squeeze bottles observed without lables. Provide lables .
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of food stored in the refrigerator unit observed without cover. Provide and maintain .
590.003/3-302.11-C
33
May 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of kitchen dishwasher observed visible soiled exterior of pizza dough storage observed soiled exterior of Idy brand bar refrigerator unit observed soiled with visible spills exterior of 2 door kitchn refrigerator unit observed soiled by flour hand prints exterior of multiple storage buckets observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed without date marking. Provide. Per PIC food was prepared the night before 5.15.24
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff handling food without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain. (COS)
590.002/2-402.11-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous staff clothing and shoes observed stored on top of food articles and paper goods in the dry storage area. Discontinue.
590.006/6-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 4.30.24. Provide updated sticker.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets holding nachos and multiple buckets of food inside walking observed stored on the floor. Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavly soiled . Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
64
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Exterior of all bulk bins observed soiled interor of kitchen low temperature dish machine observed soiled interior of all chest freezer observed soiled interior and exterior of kitchen 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Wrong test strips available on site to test sanitizer concentration. Provide. Inspector test kit was used.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events available and on site. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towel available in the kitchen sink. Provide. Corrected on site by CFPM.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Staff observed without hair restaint while prepping food. Provide proper hair restraint.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Muliple squeeze bottles observed without lables. Lable when removed from original container.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple bucktes holding food observed stored on the floor inside walking unit. and boxes of food paper goods down in the basement area .Discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
47
Nov 28, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Coipy of food safety certificate is missing from last week -m replace
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime as well as all the visibly rusted surfaces
590.005/5-402.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris around the dumpster area - keep lid closed on the dumpster after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
86
Nov 22, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the basement and outdoor trash areas - address as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards on the sandwich units need to be cleaned thoroughly from stubborn stains and soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the front barrier to the mop sink area
590.005/5-203.13-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops and brooms off the floors at least six inches after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all broken equipment and debris not affiliated with the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cracked shields in the eiling lights in the kitchen where needed
590.006/6-202.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean kitchen floors basement stairway and the basement floors from all loose trash and debris
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the gated dumpster
590.005/5-501.15-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris around the dumpster area - keep lid closed on the dumpster after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside barrels to remove all loose debris when needed
590.005/5-501.116-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime as well as all the visibly rusted surfaces
590.005/5-402.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment including the pizza ovens - interior / exterior of all freezer / refrigeration units from visible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Expand the " air drying " shelving area to accomidate all the large pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime where needed - remove heaviliy soiled vents and soak overnight as discussed in bleach
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden pizza boards with splinterd ends and burn marks on the edges
590.004/4-101.17-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Coipy of food safety certificate is missing from last week -m replace
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
41
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards on the sandwich units need to be cleaned thoroughly from stubborn stains and soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the basement and outdoor trash areas - address as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside barrels to remove all loose debris when needed
590.005/5-501.116-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the front barrier to the mop sink area
590.005/5-203.13-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cracked shields in the eiling lights in the kitchen where needed
590.006/6-202.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean kitchen floors basement stairway and the basement floors from all loose trash and debris
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops and brooms off the floors at least six inches after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all broken equipment and debris not affiliated with the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the gated dumpster
590.005/5-501.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment including the pizza ovens - interior / exterior of all freezer / refrigeration units from visible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Expand the " air drying " shelving area to accomidate all the large pots and pans
590.004/4-301.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime where needed - remove heaviliy soiled vents and soak overnight as discussed in bleach
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden pizza boards with splinterd ends and burn marks on the edges
590.004/4-101.17-C
47
Jun 9, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue storing raw poultry and meats above packaged produce in the walk-in - ensure all refrigeration units have a clear segragation from raw foods and ready to eat foods
590.003/3-302.11-P
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is at least one properly operating food thermometer on site
590.004/4-201.12-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove compromised cutting boards where needed with deep lacerations
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: New menu is missing the disclosure / reminder on several foods offered under cooked - address
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity and insects in the basement - address as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Address
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all wooden pizza boards with splintered edges and visible burn marks
590.004/4-101.17-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the broken light shields in the kitchen where needed
590.006/6-202.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate in use soiled mops after use a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all compromised flooring matts in the kitchen where needed
590.006/6-201.15-C
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Several exposed areas with soil and grass have rodent burrows - address
590.006/6-102.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors of the walk-in as well as floors throughout the kitchen from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep the lids closed tightly after usage in the back yard
590.005/5-501.15-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove plastic cups without handles and provide scoops with handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly and properly identify accordingly [ flour-sugar-mesa-salt ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the front of the slop sink area is enclosed when not in use
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside / outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - underneath all prep tables and exterior of all bulk food storage bins from visible food spills stains amd soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents in the hood system where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
26
Feb 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Certain chef knives and cutting boards are not being washed properly in between tasks or after employees use - find the knives and cutting boards that work best to use with raw meats and protiens - identify them so all employees know that these particular utensils are only used for " raw foods only " - address
590.004/4-602.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed for some activity by the bar
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace compromised cutting boards with deep lacerations and visible black soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Both tubes are not dispensing products properly [ appears to have air bubbles inside ] contact your service company to replace tubing and any other parts needed to be cleaned / repaired ]
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All staff working with foods shall wear proper hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify as discussed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep elevated off the floors afteruse to reduce potential rodent activity
590.006/6-501.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all utensils for dispensing condiments have a proper handle on them to prevent hands from contaminating the product
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed with one bucket segragated only for raw foods and then one for all ready to eat foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime abov e the fryolator
590.004/4-202.18-C
Storage of soiled linens (c)
Inspector notes: Discontiniue storing soiled aprons and wiping cloths directly on the floor inside a milk crate - keep elevated and segragated in a closed container to reduce potential contamination
590.004/4-803.11-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all trash bins have covers and are cleaned on a daily basis
590.005/5-501.113-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to removr all loose trash and debris scattered around the dumpsters - keep the lids closed tightly when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors and walls in the kitchen / prep areas un der and behind the cooking equipmemt from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
37
Aug 4, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Wooden pizza boards are splintered and visibly burnt on the edges - employee storing the boards with the ends where pizzas are being stored onto directly on the floor - removed and discarded correct as discussed moving foward
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of activity behind the bar and back by the rear entrance door and dumpster area = ensure an IPM report is on site for re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris aroumd the dumpster area - keep lids closed tgightly on dumpster when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is a clean and ample area for clean pots and pans to air dry properly - identify each basin accordingly as to the proper flow of the sink [ WASH - RINSE - SANITIZE ]
590.004/4-204.119-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Identify each hand sink as discussed " hand washing only"
590.006/6-301.14-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: replace compromised front of the slop sink area as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the blades of the mounter ceiling fans from dirt dust and debris
590.006/6-201.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - bulk food storage bins - prep tables - counter top areas - from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas where needed in the kitchen from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the basin of the prep sink is cleaned out properly after each use - clearly and properly identify as " Prep sink only"
590.003/3-302.15-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: cloth drapes hanging by the back door are absorbant - all surfaces in the kitchen shall be [ clean - smooth - durable - non aborbant ] address
590.004/4-101.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Penguin Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Penguin Pizza on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Penguin Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Penguin Pizza.
How does Penguin Pizza compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Penguin Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Penguin Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Penguin Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Penguin Pizza 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 Penguin Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Penguin Pizza is inspected around five times per year on average.
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