Russ & Mimi's

16 Birch St, Roslindale, MA 02131

Italian

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Russ & Mimi's, the earliest from 2024. On Mar 19, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Surface characteristics-indoor areas” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Roslindale sits at 85, putting Russ & Mimi's on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food storage prohibited areas (c)

Inspector notes: Coffee storage containers observed being stored directly under the drainage pipe to the single bay sink located on the first floor. Discontinue and store all equipment in a clean and protected manner.

590.003/3-305.12-C

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: As discussed please provide a self closing door spring on the restroom door in basement prep area. Replace ceiling tile in the basement.

590.006/6-101.11-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to post an up to date Food safty and Allergen certificate. Both expired in the last few months. Please provide or paperwork tht you are signed up and the class is paid for.

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Feb 11, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to enclose the mop sink in the basement. 1-2-25 PIC is still working on the mop sink. She will have it done my the end of the month.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Backflow prevention air gap (p)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to have an air gap installed on the prep sink as discussed.

590.005/5-202.13-P

Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to get a irreversible measuring device for the high temperature dishwasher as discussed.

590.004/4-302.13-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Please provide a test kit for quats for basement three bay sink.

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to enclose the mop sink in the basement.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Russ & Mimi's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Russ & Mimi's on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Russ & Mimi's?

Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Russ & Mimi's.

How does Russ & Mimi's compare to other restaurants in Roslindale?

Russ & Mimi's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Roslindale average of 85.

Has Russ & Mimi's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Russ & Mimi's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Russ & Mimi's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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