Soul & Spice
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Soul & Spice six times, with records going back to 2025. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average for Roxbury sits at 83, putting Soul & Spice on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post all current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous location of the building as we discussed - address the new " D/B/A " Name for the retsuarant as we discussed during inspection
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post all current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous location of the building as we discussed - address the new " D/B/A " Name for the retsuarant as we discussed during inspection
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: The permit situation is confusing as there seems to be multiple different businesses operating under the one permit - clarification is in order moving forward as to proper ownership of the actual business
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: System is loud and not working to its proper capacity - expired hood cleaning sticker on the system - schedule cleaning as discussed
590.004/4-301.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post all current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site in a conspicuous location of the building as we discussed - address the new " D/B/A " Name for the retsuarant as we discussed during inspection
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working / preparing foods [ Cashier does not have to wear one as long as this is the only task the cashier performs and does not deal with open foods ]
590.002/2-402.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents in the hood from visible soils grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking eqipment on the line from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Mar 4, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: The permit situation is confusing as there seems to be multiple different businesses operating under the one permit - clarification is in order moving forward as to proper ownership of the actual business
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working / preparing foods [ Cashier does not have to wear one as long as this is the only task the cashier performs and does not deal with open foods ]
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking eqipment on the line from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: System is loud and not working to its proper capacity - expired hood cleaning sticker on the system - schedule cleaning as discussed
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents in the hood from visible soils grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
74
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed turkey wings @ 55F stored in walk in cooler; spaghetti @ 67F stored inside reach in unit at service line and raw fish stored @ 50F inside refrigerated unit in front of fryers. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored with ready to eat food inside walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to maintain raw and ready to eat foods stored seperately. COS (RedRed)
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dusty filters on ice machine; food debris inside upright freezer; food debris on floor inside walk in cooler; heavy grease / soils on 2 drawer refrigerated unit at cooking line. Thoroughly clean to remove all grease / soils / dust / spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored on tables througout kitchen. Remove and maintain in a sanitizing solution after each use
590.003/3-304.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed blown bulbs underneath hood system. Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
61
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Soul & Spice last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Soul & Spice on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Soul & Spice?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Soul & Spice.
How does Soul & Spice compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Soul & Spice most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Soul & Spice's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Soul & Spice have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Soul & Spice 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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