Prima
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
90
Score
Prima appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2023. On Apr 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “controlling pests”, showing up four times.
By comparison, the average Charlestown facility scores 93, putting Prima on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live sightings and captures on most recent IPM report dated 8/22/25. Two week extension as aggressive mass trappings occur over the next two weeks. Provide clean pest report upon re inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings under curtain in dining area on floor under basement stair landing behind cookline oven inside basement drop ceiling. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide an updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Gap between wall and brick wall at bottom of basement stairs disturbed mortar in brick work under basement landing with mice droppings. Treat and seal with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
86
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: On going mouse activity in the area and in and around the restaurant - address immediately as we discussed during the interview
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area
590.006/6-501.111-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity
590.006/6-201.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Be diliguent with produce deliveries and clear out loose debris around the trash area
590.006/6-501.111-C
Storage areas redeeming machines receptacles and waste handling units location (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the trash areas and trash receptacles are being cleaned from any loose food spills and soils on a daily basis - all storage rooms and areas where CO-2 tanks are being stored along with boxed syrups - alcohol bottles covered each evening
590.005/5-501.19-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity
590.006/6-201.13-C
70
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: On going mouse activity in the area and in and around the restaurant - address immediately as we discussed during the interview
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Storage areas redeeming machines receptacles and waste handling units location (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the trash areas and trash receptacles are being cleaned from any loose food spills and soils on a daily basis - all storage rooms and areas where CO-2 tanks are being stored along with boxed syrups - alcohol bottles covered each evening
590.005/5-501.19-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Address any gaps in the lower sections of the floors and walls - flower boxes close to the windows or plants around certain area of the restaurant can increase this activity depending where they are located - keep doors and windows closed to reduce potential activity - screens and screen doors are an option -new door sweeps will aslo assist in the potential reduction of rodent activity
590.006/6-201.13-C
82
May 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cutting boards that have dep lacerations and / or have gathered an naccumulation of visible food soils that are hard to remove
590.004/4-201.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a current copy of the food safety and allergen awareness certifications on site in a conspicuous location of the restaurant as we discussed during inspection
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Rrepair the compromised sections of the dropped ceiling where needed in the basement / food prep locations replace any and all missing ceiling tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.16-C
86
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prima last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Prima on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Prima?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Prima.
How does Prima compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?
Prima most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Charlestown average of 93.
Has Prima's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Prima have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Prima 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 Prima inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Prima is inspected around four times per year on average.
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