Rolls Sushi

21 Dry Dock Av, Boston, MA 02210

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

High Risk

Rolls Sushi appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to four violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “system maintained in good repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 86, which Rolls Sushi's 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Conformance with approved procedures (p)

Inspector notes: Observed old (2024) pH logs on site for acidified rice and PIC not knowledgeable of procedures. Discussed with owner via telephone to maintain logs on site at all times of operations

590.008/8-103.12-P

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris / spills inside reach in unit and under the lid; soils inside microwave unit and on prep tables; soiled knife and cutting board. Clean with frequency to remove all spills / soils from stated equipment and maintain

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed handsink filled with spray bottles and cleaners. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure handsinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide vomit kit for establishement

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food splatter on walls behind deep freezers and trash underneath 3 compartment sink. Thoroughly clean with frequency to prevent build up and trash harborage

590.006/6-201.11-C

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw foods stored in reach in unit uncovered. Provide a cover for protection from contamination

590.003/3-302.11-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed plastic bowl being used for bulk dispensing. Provide handled scoopers for all bulk dispensing

590.003/3-304.12-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Discussed with PIC to maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use

590.003/3-304.14-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Provide thermometers inside all refrigerated units

590.004/4-204.112-C

Aug 12, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 28, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Online menu missing the Consumer advisory and reminder. Provide to duplicate the menu inside the establishment

590.003/3-603.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: Observed plastic squeeze bottles without labels. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Aug 2, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Conformance with approved procedures (pf)

Inspector notes: Logging not up to date for Sushi rice ph confirmation. Provide and record at all times according to your approved Haacp. Ph result should be logged daily and recorded.

590.008/8-103.12-PF

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Observed bags of rice stored on the floor under the metal cabinet. Remove and store elevated properly.

590.003/3-305.11-C

May 17, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed a mild leak from the prep sink. Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

May 3, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed a mild leak from the prep sink. Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Apr 26, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Conformance with approved procedures (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC was not able to provide proper logging of Ph for sushi rice. Retrain staff to log and test each batch of sushi rice accordingly. Establishment is expected to start logging daily and keep on site for review when needed.

590.008/8-103.12-PF

Storing maintenance tools (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple brooms and dust pans not elevated properly. Provide proper equipment to store off the floor.

590.006/6-501.113-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed a mild leak from the prep sink. Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Sponges use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Discontinue utilizing any sponge cleaning cloth for proper warewashing. Provide proper cleaning clothes to prevent contamination.

590.004/4-101.16-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: Missing valid servesafe. Provide and post at all times

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

When a haccp plan is required (c)

Inspector notes: Missing a valid Haccp plan to review and confirm proper acidification process. Provide at all times on site.

590.008/8-201.13-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed on the handsink fixtures. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

Oct 25, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rolls Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rolls Sushi on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rolls Sushi?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rolls Sushi.

How does Rolls Sushi compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Rolls Sushi most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Rolls Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Rolls Sushi have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Rolls Sushi 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 Rolls Sushi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rolls Sushi is inspected around three times per year on average.

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