Sportello

348 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210

Italian

Last inspected: Jul 13, 2023

Score

High Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Jul 13, 2023. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. Note that Sportello's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 13, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 15 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “effectiveness-hair restraints”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Sportello trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 13, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 15 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Bolognaise 45F. Product out of temperature for 30 minutes. COS.

590.003/3-501.16-P

(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towels at handsink in prep kitchen. COS. Handwashing satisfactory.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Fruit flies apparent in several areas.Provide updated IPM report for treatments upon reinspection.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)

Inspector notes: Cooler at cookline is 60F. Additional reach in with broken door using indirect contact with ice until repairs can be made.

590.004/4-301.11-PF

Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Final rinse gauge broken on high temp unit. Replace.

590.004/4-204.115-PF

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: Tamarack farms roasted lamb on online menu missing disclosure for cooked to order. Provide.

590.003/3-603.11-PF

Reduced oxygen packaging criteria (pf)

Inspector notes: Establishment ROP packaging raw meat. Discontinue. Submitt HACCP plan to isdhealth@boston.gov. Emailed HACCP variance application and guidance.

590.003/3-502.12-PF

Variance requirement (pf)

Inspector notes: Establishment ROP packaging cooked rabbit and mushrooms. Discontinue and apply for variance and submit HACCP plan. Product voluntarily discarded.

590.003/3-502.11-PF

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Food workers without hair restraints. Provide.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Toilet room receptacle covered (c)

Inspector notes: Provide covered receptacle in ladies room and dining room restrooms.

590.005/5-501.17-C

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: No handwash signs in restrooms. Provide.

590.006/6-301.14-C

Toilet rooms enclosed (c)

Inspector notes: Install self closing hinge on ladies room door off prep kitchen.

590.006/6-202.14-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Bar in dining room bar built out does not have a dump sink. Install. In the future submit plans to isdhealth@boston.gov anytime physical changes area made.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood tag expired. Provide current. PIC states scheduled for 7/27/23

590.006/6-501.14-C

Sep 22, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Cleaning procedure (p)

Inspector notes: No evidence of handwashing by employees at the time of inspection. Retrain staff.

590.002/2-301.12-P

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Cookline handsink found without soap. COS

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: No chlorine test kit for low temp machine in prep room off kitchen in sportello. Provide.

590.004/4-302.14-PF

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No V&D kit. Provide.

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Heating ventilation air conditioning system vents (c)

Inspector notes: HVAC ceiling vents with visible dust. Clean to remove.

590.006/6-202.12-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Food workers without hair restraints. Provide

590.002/2-402.11-C

Mechanical-ventilation (c)

Inspector notes: Table top fyer not under hood vent. Remove or relocate under commercial hood vent. Consult BFD for further guidance.

590.006/6-304.11-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sportello last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sportello on file is from Jul 13, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sportello?

Across the inspection record, “effectiveness-hair restraints” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sportello.

How does Sportello compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Sportello most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Sportello's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sportello have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sportello 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.

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