Soul on Shawmut

722 Shawmut Av, Roxbury, MA 02119

American

Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Soul on Shawmut has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Dec 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

Across the inspection history, “system maintained in good repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Roxbury facility scores 83, putting Soul on Shawmut on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 18, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

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

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

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

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

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

Apr 30, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs improperly stored above ready to eat foods in reach in and walk in unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain all raw and ready to eat foods stored seperately in refrigeration. COS

590.003/3-302.11-P

(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Observed candied yams stored in warmer @ 126F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. Reheated; COS

590.003/3-501.16-P1

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat items held over 24hrs per PIC stored in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to provide date marking on all ready to eat food items stored/held over 24hrs

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Toilet room receptacle covered (c)

Inspector notes: Provide a receptacle in restroom with lid

590.005/5-501.17-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy flour on rack and floor near fryolater. Clean with frequency to prevent splatter / build up

590.004/4-602.13-C

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers / squeeze bottles stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside

590.003/3-302.12-C

Oct 23, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Backflow prevention (p)

Inspector notes: Observed improper backflow prevention at both prep sinks. Contact licensed plumber for remedy to ensure indirect waste at prep sinks.

590.005/5-402.11-P

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed leak underneath vegetable prep sink. Contact licensed plumber to repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Observed 2 door reach in unit not operating properly. Outside gauge indicates 33F; internal temperature reading @ 59F. Discussed with PIC to ensure all equipment is operating properly to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below

590.004/4-501.11-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired August 2024. Discussed with PIC to contact licensed company and submit appointment for cleaning to the Health Division.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Observed no internal thermometers for refrigerated units. Provide

590.004/4-204.112-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Soul on Shawmut last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Soul on Shawmut on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Soul on Shawmut?

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

How does Soul on Shawmut compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

Soul on Shawmut most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has Soul on Shawmut's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Soul on Shawmut have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Soul on Shawmut means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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