Sterlings

60 State St, Boston, MA 02109
American
Last inspected: Jul 13, 2023
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Sterlings, the earliest from 2022. On Jul 13, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Sterlings dates to Jul 13, 2023.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 13, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of dish machine with heavy food debris. Clean to remove. Interior of ice machine with dust and food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-C
95
Nov 4, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 29, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No Testing device for 3 compartment sink or dishwashing machine. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Handwashing sinks must have water 100F through mixing valve or combination faucet. Repair
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Ice build up on floor of walk in unit. Clean to remove
590.004/4-501.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Covering around HVAC pipes loose and torn hanging over dry goods and storage bins. Replace
590.006/6-201.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sterlings last inspected?

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

How does Sterlings compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Sterlings most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Sterlings' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sterlings have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sterlings means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.