Royal Rooters

4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Royal Rooters seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

“System maintained in good repair” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Condensation drain in handsink. Relocate to dump sink.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Mar 24, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 29, 2022

Routine

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

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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Burger patties(par cooked)reading 55F for unknown time per PIC.Items discarded by chef. Maintain cold holding 41F or below.

590.003/3-501.16-P

Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (pf)

Inspector notes: Burger patties observed par cooked per PIC Provide SOP's(standard operating procedures) for a non continuous cooking process to the Health Division for review.

590.003/3-401.14-PF

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Spray hose fixture at the dish machine leaking.Repair/replace

590.005/5-205.15-C

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Re-grout the floor infront of the dish machine as needed.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Hood filters above the flat top grill observed heavily soiled.Clean to remove soils.

590.004/4-202.18-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: 2 door drawer unit at the grill station reading 58f.Repair Maintain 41F or below

590.004/4-501.11-C

(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)

Inspector notes: Ice buckets being stored on top of the ice machine.Discontinue Properly store ice buckets in a designated location inverted.

590.004/4-903.11-C1

Apr 11, 2022

Routine

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Toilet tissue availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Toilets in womens room with no toilet paper/ dispensers- Provide

590.006/6-302.11-PF

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towels available in restrooms- Provide

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: No handsoap available in restrooms- Provide

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Handwashing sinks installation (pf)

Inspector notes: Water at the sink in the mens and womens restrooms at 54F- Repair

590.005/5-202.12-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Grease trap at the bar with heavy odor- Clean Floors in bar with heavy buildup and soils- Clean Pooled water at the dishmachine from unknown location

590.004/4-602.13-C

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: Provide handwashing signage at all restroom sinks

590.006/6-301.14-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Pipes below prep sink and handwashing sink in the same location leaking from below- Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Floors at the bar with heavy soils and debris- Clean

590.004/4-602.13-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Royal Rooters last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Royal Rooters on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Royal Rooters?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Royal Rooters.

How does Royal Rooters compare to other restaurants in Boston?

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

Has Royal Rooters' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Royal Rooters have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Royal Rooters 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 Royal Rooters inspected?

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

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