Rock Bottom Brewery
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Rock Bottom Brewery nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 29, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: At the bar's chemical warewashing machine tested at 0PPM chlorine three times; repair or replace chemical warewashing machine so that it dispenses sanitizer at correct PPM. A service call was placed while the inspection was active to repair the chemical warewashing machine and the staff were instructed by the PIC to use the three compartment sink until the chemical warewashing machine is fixed. After multiple runs and swapping the sanitizer bottles and after the service all was placed the chemical warewashing machine tested at 50ppm.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: In the office there are floor tiles missing or damaged exposing the unfinished wood floor beneath; repair or replace the floor tiles in the office.
590.006/6-501.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: At the water heater in the back of house there is a leak causing water to come out and go into the nearby drain; the person in charge states the water heater began leaking on 1-28-2026 and a replacement unit is scheduled to be installed on 1-29-2026.
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Jul 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Bar dish machine not testing for sanitizer. Wash all glasses in kitchen. Service machine as needed.
590.004/4-501.114-P
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet at 3 compartment sink leaks. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
82
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired Provide cleaning date
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 30, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Presence of small black flies in bar area Live cockroaches noted in warewashing area Evidence of rodent acivity in back storage areas at walkin Prove updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Soda nozzle located o the outside of the bar with black buildup- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Repeated violations for pest control at establishment Provide more frequent treatment at the location for numerous pest control issues
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer at low temperature dish machine at 10ppm- Ecolab contacted and en route to repair Discontinue use until chlorine tests at 50-100ppm
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Wall in warewashing area damaged- Repair Numerous floor tiles missing in hall at walkin unit- Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives stored between equipment- Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excessive amounts of rodent droppings noted on the back storage area at the walkin cooler Clean area with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Mar 10, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior of ice machine
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Using crates for shelving - Prep/ware washing etc.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Wall next to walk in unit in disrepair and outside and inside employees bathroom Stained ceiling tiles in back storage area and hallway to employees bathroom Rust on exterior of grease traps - ware washing
590.006/6-501.11-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking wet equipment - Storage area
590.004/4-901.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food storage containers not labeled - Prep area
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units - Bar Kitchen/prep area Clean exterior of ice machine Clean exterior of low temp dishmachine
590.004/4-602.13-C
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Food contacts stored in back room where mop bucket and mop sink is located - Remove all equipment or enclose mop sink
590.004/4-903.12-C1
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary equipment/articles from mops room and back storage area Remove all personal items from ware washing back equipment storage
590.006/6-501.114-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops brooms etc not stored 6" above the floor
590.006/6-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls and attachments - Ware washing area Dusty ceiling fixtures pipes vents speakers etc - Dining/bar/seating area
590.006/6-201.11-C
58
Oct 20, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings in employee bathroom. Provide most recent pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing in back dry storage room. Provide.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead mouse and roaches on glue trap below soda syrups. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light sheild in employee area near office is missing. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Current food protection manager certificate is expired. Schedule class to renew.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
74
Jun 2, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Ice used as exterior coolant prohibited as ingredient (p)
Inspector notes: Products stored in ice used for drinks- Discontinue
590.003/3-303.11-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple Priority violations noted on inspection report Establishment operation with no hot water
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small black flies noted at numerous areas throughout the establishment Provide updated pest control report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment using dishwasher that is not operating properly with no hot water to clean and sanitize equipment
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Pressure (pf)
Inspector notes: Water at all handsinks at 57F-65F due to ongoing plumbing issues
590.005/5-103.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Pooled water on floor of warewashing area
590.004/4-602.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives stored between equipment- Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rock Bottom Brewery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rock Bottom Brewery on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rock Bottom Brewery?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rock Bottom Brewery.
How does Rock Bottom Brewery compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Rock Bottom Brewery most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Rock Bottom Brewery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rock Bottom Brewery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rock Bottom Brewery 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 Rock Bottom Brewery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rock Bottom Brewery is inspected around two times per year on average.
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