Pennyweight Hotel Boston

155 Portland St, Boston, MA 02114
American
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Pennyweight Hotel Boston stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. 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 zero violations to closer to eight violations.

Looking across the full record, “area enclosures and receptacles good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Pennyweight Hotel Boston on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Noted eggs stored in the walkin above the ready to eat foods.Discontinue and store below the RTE foods
590.003/3-302.11-P
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted expired sauces in the refrigerator.Discard and monitor the date marking for prepped items
590.006/6-404.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted pink mold on the dispensing chute in the ice machine.Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide testing strips for the dish machine and the 3 bay sink in the kitchen.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Several food and single use items stored directly on the floor.Remove and store 6 inches above the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Noted peeling paint behind the ice machine which is source of contamination.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired.Service
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted floors behind the ice machine and under the shelves in the dry storage heavily soiled.Clean with frequency
590.006/6-501.12-C
52
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Area enclosures and receptacles good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink not enclosed in side hallway supply 3/4 door to enclose mop area
590.005/5-501.111-C
95
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Area enclosures and receptacles good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink not enclosed in side hallway supply 3/4 door to enclose mop area
590.005/5-501.111-C
95
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Area enclosures and receptacles good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink not enclosed in side hallway supply 3/4 door to enclose mop area
590.005/5-501.111-C
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pennyweight Hotel Boston last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pennyweight Hotel Boston on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pennyweight Hotel Boston?

Across the inspection record, “area enclosures and receptacles good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pennyweight Hotel Boston.

How does Pennyweight Hotel Boston compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Pennyweight Hotel Boston most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Pennyweight Hotel Boston's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pennyweight Hotel Boston have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pennyweight Hotel Boston 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.