Pete's a Pizza

482 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around six violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

The pattern that stands out is “food storage containers identified with common name of food”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 83, which Pete's a Pizza's 64 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
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: Cooked meatballs inside of the steam table at 125F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen area observed being blocked by several pieces of equipment. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks are accessible during operational hours.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of smoking in the restroom. Discontinue smoking inside of the establishment and provide a designated area for staff.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Feb. 2026. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Several lights above cans of sauces in the basement area with no shields. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings with no labels. Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
64
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetable will be washed in middle compartment of the 3 bay sink. Install a prep sink to wash fruits and vegetables safer.
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control. Allergen Awareness observed missing from the paper menu. Provide Yellow caution tap observed missing from the clean up kit. Provide
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Grease container observed heavily soiled from grease build up. Clean to remove
590.005/5-402.12-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Trash barell observed overflowing.Clean to remove to minimize rodent/pest activity.
590.005/5-502.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of back of the house observed heavily clutter with excess unecessary items. Clean to remove and minimize pest/rodent harborage
590.006/6-501.114-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Storage bin downstairs observed without lables. Provide lables when removed from originial containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main walkin observed not operating per PIC unit condensor is down.Repair and provide invoice No foods inside the unit at the time of inspection
590.004/4-501.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pete's a Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pete's a Pizza on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pete's a Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “food storage containers identified with common name of food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pete's a Pizza.

How does Pete's a Pizza compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?

Pete's a Pizza most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

Has Pete's a Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pete's a Pizza have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pete's a Pizza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.