Soul on Shawmut
Last inspected: Dec 26, 2025
61
Score
Soul On Shawmut, located at 722 Shawmut Av in Roxbury, MA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on December 26, 2025, with a score of 61. This inspection identified two major and six minor violations, including issues with food storage to prevent contamination, sponge usage, and equipment surfaces. Across six scored inspections, Soul On Shawmut has historically maintained a medium-risk rating.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 26, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
61
Dec 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
61
May 7, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
58
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
58
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
70
Oct 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
70
Violations — Dec 26, 2025 Inspection
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed produce being sliced in basement underneath wires. Discussed with PIC to discontinue food prep in basement and submit request for plan review / environmental engineer report for approval
590.003/3-305.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed sponges being used for warewashing. Discontinue the use of sponges
590.004/4-101.16-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build on fryers and on floors underneath. Thoroughly clean with frequency to prevent harborage
590.004/4-601.11-C
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed utensils / sponges stored in handsink. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired July 2025. PIC contact company while on site for appointment - scheduled Sunday Dec 21st
590.006/6-501.14-C
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings in basement storage area. PiC provided monthly pest report (november) with indications of captures. Discussed with PIC to increase services based on activity until clean report of no captures indicated
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed handsink leaking underneath in front of warewashing sink. Repair to ensure no leaks
590.005/5-205.15-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic bowl stored in bulk container. Provide handled scooper for bulk dispensing
590.003/3-304.12-C
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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