Pizza Stop
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
50
Score
Going back to 2022, Pizza Stop has 12 inspections in the public record. Pizza Stop was last inspected on Apr 29, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.
The pattern that stands out is “surface characteristics-indoor areas”, which has been cited five times.
Pizza Stop's latest score of 50 falls below the Roxbury average of 83. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace visibly compromised cutting board on the sandwich unit
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure the designated hand sink located in the front counter / food prep area is clutter free and clean during hours of operation
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the facility from visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep soiled mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all stained / missing ceiling tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.17-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Scrape all peeling paint where needed and resurface as discussed
590.006/6-201.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units - all cooking equipment - bulk food containers and inside the microwave from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Expired sticker on the hood - air flow is currently poor in attempting to remove grease and grime - PIC has scheduled a hood cleaning for later this week
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove heavily soiled vents to soak overnight
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as we discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly label all bulk food containers to properly identify the contents
590.003/3-302.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of your current food safety certificate on site as we discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
50
Dec 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired November 2025. Discussed with PIC to ensure hood cleaning is maintain in compliance. PIC left message for scheduling
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Dec 10, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink in prep kitchen. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all handsinks while operating. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats stored / held over 24hrs per PIC in reach in without date marking. Discussed with PIC to ensure all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs per PIC are properly date marked
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris at deli reach in unit under top lid and heavy flour spills on rear prep table at dough machine. Clean to remove all food debris / spills Observed food spills inside fryer door. Clean to remove all food spills / debris
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired November 2025. Discussed with PIC to ensure hood cleaning is maintain in compliance. PIC left message for scheduling
590.006/6-501.14-C
70
May 5, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy damaged floor tiles in prep area and in front of pizza oven. Repair or Replace all damaged floor tiles and ensure smooth / grouted to prevent stagnant water
590.006/6-101.11-C
90
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy damaged floor tiles in prep area and in front of pizza oven. Repair or Replace all damaged floor tiles and ensure smooth / grouted to prevent stagnant water
590.006/6-101.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
590.006/6-101.11-C
90
Dec 19, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Raw animal foods-cooking (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken cooked @ 158F on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure raw meats are cooked to the required temperatures. Corrected on site
590.003/3-401.11-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed meatballs in sauce stored @ 125F in steam unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats and produce held over 24hr per PIC in refrigerated unit without date marking. Discussed with PIC to ensure date marking provided on all ready to eat foods held over 24 hrs
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide food thermometers for accurate temperatures
590.004/4-302.12-PF
61
Nov 2, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed pasta stored in reach in unit @ 47F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed and stored in walk in unit @ 39F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
86
Jun 22, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed marinara sauce stored in plastic containers small refrigerated unit @ 60F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding of food products stored in refrigerated units @ 41F or below. PIC removed and stored in walk in @ 39F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy flour on prep table near dough machine. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a label on all squeeze bottles with the common name of the food product
590.003/3-302.12-C
74
Mar 15, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged sanitizing test strips. Replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired February 2023. PIC confirmed hood cleaning appointment - Wednesday March 22.
590.006/6-501.14-C
86
Oct 26, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate not posted. Discussed with PIC to provide / register from course and submit to the Health department.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
May 24, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored above and with ready to eat foods. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain raw food and ready to eat food items stored seperately. Corrected on site
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Protection Manager certificate is missing. Provide and post
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza Stop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza Stop on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza Stop?
Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Pizza Stop.
How does Pizza Stop compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Pizza Stop most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Pizza Stop's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pizza Stop have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pizza Stop 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 Pizza Stop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pizza Stop is inspected around three times per year on average.
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