Salumeria Italiana
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Salumeria Italiana has nine inspections in the public record. On Feb 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “effectiveness-hair restraints”, showing up four times.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Salumeria Italiana trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide kit/ procedure for vomit an diarrheal clean up. Provide maintain accessible at all time
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Main handwashing sink observed blocked by yellow sponge. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time for handwashing only. Corrected on site by PIC
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips . Provide and maintain accessible at all time
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide keep accessible
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide non rinse sanitizer for the 2 bay sink on site. Provide
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff using yellow sponge on food contact surfaces and equipments. Discontinue
590.004/4-101.16-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple food items (box/ packging) observed stored on the ground in storage area and walking uni. Discontinue/ elevate
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Ressurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Main handwashing sink observed without handwashing sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Backdoor observed without proper weather sweep. Install to prevent entryway for pests/rodents
590.006/6-202.15-C
43
Dec 22, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers working behind the deli counter assembling sandwichs are wearing proper hair restraints as we discussed
590.002/2-402.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods / olives in oil stored on top of the deli service case are covered during hours of operation
590.003/3-302.11-C
90
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Breads out for self service without an ingredient list - address as discussed
590.003/3-101.11-P
Conditions of use (p)
Inspector notes: Saw dust is not an acceptable item to reduce potential rodent activity - discontinue use
590.007/7-202.12-P
Time as a public health control ( pf)
Inspector notes: If there are products / protiens and RTE foods being left out at room temperature for an undetermined amount of time you will need to provide written approval from the health department as to what safety perimeters you will take place toi ensure proper food safety - Address
590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all foods elevated off the floors a mimnimum of six inches so foods do not get contaminated from rock salt soiled water spills from customers shoes - so the floors are cleaned properly
590.003/3-305.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All food handlers shall wear proper hair restraints especially with ready to eat foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
61
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Soft cheeses and genoa salami's are being stored out at room temperature 80F [ Discontinue to store and sell deli items that are needed to be held under refrigeration at 41F and / or under ]
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Several packaged foods available for self service / retail sale do not have any labels pertaining to the list of ingredients - address immediately as discussed
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All food handlers shall have on proper hair restraints when working with foods - cashier [ duties are only this and not involved in food preperation ] are exempt
590.002/2-402.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Marinated olives and other foods marinated in olive oils have no form of a cover or barrier to reduce potential contamination - address
590.003/3-302.11-C
70
Jan 8, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All employees and staff working with foods need to have on proper hair restraints especially with assembling ready to eat foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify all foods in bulk food storage bins [ small and large containers [ to reduce potential contamination and / or confusion
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure to cover all open or exposed foods such as olives out in bulk form without a lid or some form of a barrier as we discussed during inspection
590.003/3-302.11-C
86
Oct 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 11, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Salumeria Italiana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Salumeria Italiana on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Salumeria Italiana?
Across the inspection record, “effectiveness-hair restraints” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Salumeria Italiana.
How does Salumeria Italiana compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Salumeria Italiana most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Salumeria Italiana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Salumeria Italiana have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Salumeria Italiana 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 Salumeria Italiana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Salumeria Italiana is inspected around three times per year on average.
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