Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
95
Score
Going back to 2023, Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
Across the inspection history, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126's latest score of 95 sits above the Roxbury average of 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Dec 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired October 2025 and grease build up on filters. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager of matter in order to schedule cleaning appointment and submit confirmation to the Health Division
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels stored in handsink (kitchen 118). Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at handsinks at all times. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed wrong test strips (chlorine) being used for Quats santizer. Provide the proper test strips for Quats sanitizer for effective sanitization. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm @ this time
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled squeeze bottles / prep tables / oven in kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to maintain clean and sanitized while operating
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired October 2025 and grease build up on filters. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager of matter in order to schedule cleaning appointment and submit confirmation to the Health Division
590.006/6-501.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bowl used for bulk dispensing. Provide handled scoopers for bulk containers
590.003/3-304.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink with major leakage in Kitchen 126. Discussed with PIC to inform facility manager to contact licensed plumber for repairs to hand sink.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease underneath fryers. Clean with frequency to prevent build up of grease.
590.006/6-201.11-C
61
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed potato salad stored @ 88F for immediately delivery. Discussed with PIC to ensure proper cooling is performed in order to meet requirements of 135F to 70F in 2 Hrs then to 41F in 4 hrs prior to service. COS
590.003/3-501.15-PF
90
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed packaged deli meat stored in reach in deli unit @ 47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded voluntarily
590.003/3-501.16-P
Variance requirement (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed vacuum sealer machine being used for sliced deli meats & cheeses. Discussed with PIC to discontinue using machine and submit HACCP plan for revie to ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV
590.003/3-502.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats stored in refrigerated units without labeling. Provide a label to identify products
590.003/3-602.11-PF
70
Nov 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw ground beef stored above whole tomatoes inside walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to ensure all raw foods are stored seperated from ready to eat. PIC corrected
590.003/3-302.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed individual hot packaged meals stored for delivery to high susceptible population without proper food labels. Discussd with PIC to provide food labels on all ready to eat packaged meals with the minimum requirements included. Information submitted via email to operator
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sinks blocked in kitchens #103 & #125. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. PIC removed
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in refrigerated unit (#126) unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Observed pots / pans / utensils stored improperly for air-drying. Ensure all are stored inverted for to properly air dry
590.004/4-901.11-C
64
Jul 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes and pizza sauce stored inside in-line refrigerated unit between 55F-68F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC discarded while on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at either hand sink in kitchen and prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed unidentified squeeze bottles stored inside reach in unit. Provide a label on all squeeze bottles with the common food name item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed sponges being used for warewashing. Discontinue usage of sponges
590.004/4-101.16-C
70
Oct 25, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126.
How does Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 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 Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza Bar - Kitchen 126 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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