Potbelly Sandwich Shop

1 Federal St, Boston, MA 02110

American

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Potbelly Sandwich Shop, the earliest from 2022. Potbelly Sandwich Shop was last inspected on Feb 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 13, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: BOH observed missing ceiling tile above mop closet. Repair

590.006/6-201.17-C

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: 1/2 sheet pan uncovered with chicken product in the walk-in unit. Cover to prevent potential contamination

590.003/3-302.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers

590.003/3-302.12-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Front Counter Clean the floor under all unit equipment to remove soils and debris Walk-in fridge clean the floor to remove debis clean the ceiling to remove dust build up. Under three bay sink clean the floor drain/ Clean and sanitize

590.006/6-201.11-C

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (c)

Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of double door fridge observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove

590.004/4-602.11-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: 0penings observed on front door. Repair and provide door sweeps

590.006/6-202.15-C

Apr 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 3, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 10, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No vomit kit or procedures available during time of inspection. Provide

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Nov 14, 2022

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: keep wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: In the walk in freezer check pipes for leak. Condensor is leaking causing ice buildup in the freezer.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Remove ice buildup on pipes shelves and the floor area of the walk in freezer.

590.004/4-501.11-C

Jun 8, 2022

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: clean wall above the mop closet. Remove dust buildup. At the soda station in the customer area clean the floor under the unit. Clean the floor area of the walk in freezer. Remove soils and ice buildup on the floor.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Keep all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Repair leak at the soda sttion in the customer area. Repair leak to the condensor in the walk in freezer and the walk in cooler.Provide a licensed plumber or HVAC company to address the leak issues.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Door to the ice cream freezer on the service line is held together with duct tape. Replace the damaged door. Remove ice buildup on the walk in freezer condensor.

590.004/4-501.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Potbelly Sandwich Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Potbelly Sandwich Shop on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Potbelly Sandwich Shop?

Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Potbelly Sandwich Shop.

How does Potbelly Sandwich Shop compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Potbelly Sandwich Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Potbelly Sandwich Shop have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Potbelly Sandwich Shop 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 Potbelly Sandwich Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Potbelly Sandwich Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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