Puttshack

131 Seaport Bl, Boston, MA 02210
American
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Puttshack appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “controlling pests”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Handling prohibition-animals (pf)
Inspector notes: 1) Droppings found in benches for booths along wall downstairs clean to remove 2) Droppings found near benches along windows of Congress st clean to remove 3) droppings found under wait service station on second floor clean to remove 4) droppings found under couch on break area clea to remove 50 Door sweeps at front 2 sets of door and at back door with gaps replace to prevent entry
590.002/2-403.11-PF
90
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted hand sink blocked by a trash barrel in the kitchen area.Remove and provide easy access for hand washing
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted small black flies at the bar.Provide a pest report indicating no activity
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted Ice machine dispensing chute has black spots like mold.Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted heavy food residue under the equipment on the floor at the Bar.Clean
590.006/6-501.12-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Replace door sweeps on the door leading to hallway
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles in the dish area/utility closest.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
64
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels missing at the hand sink. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy fruit fly activity observed. Clean and sanitize area. Assure all trash barrels are emptied at the end of service.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
82
Jan 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 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: Pulled chicken portions 52F. Product removed from service.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is inoperable. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers are expired. Provide current.
590.006/6-501.14-C
74
Oct 11, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Puttshack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Puttshack on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Puttshack?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Puttshack.

How does Puttshack compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Puttshack most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Puttshack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Puttshack have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Puttshack 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 Puttshack inspected?

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