Sun Pizza.
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Sun Pizza. 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Sun Pizza. was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
Restaurants in Dorchester average 86, so Sun Pizza. is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of light fruit fly activity in the front service area. Address. Mice activity observed on the dry storage shelvings and on the groung in the basement . Clean to remove PIC to provide IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Keila.depina@boston.gov 1.12.26 Pest control Report indicated evidence of rodent and cockroach activity on the premises. *Recommend to increase services until the situation is brought under control(no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues 3.3.2026 No evidence of rodent noted during the compliance visit. Pest control service report from 2.27.2026 documented evidence however did not provide details and recomendations. Please provide an updated pest control report clearly documents all fidings specifies the exact locations where evidence of pest activity was observed and includes detailed recomendations.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs observed stored above RTE Cold Cuts in walk-in unit .Discontinue
590.003/3-302.11-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food held for more than 24hours observed without date marking . Provide
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Facility equipments and food contact surfaces observed in need of deep cleaning due to visible food spills hand prints food encrusted build up grease build up. Clean and sanitize throughout
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Front service handwashing sink observed without paper towels/ Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of light fruit fly activity in the front service area. Address. Mice activity observed on the dry storage shelvings and on the groung in the basement . Clean to remove PIC to provide IPM report from a licensed exterminator to: Keila.depina@boston.gov 1.12.26 Pest control Report indicated evidence of rodent and cockroach activity on the premises. *Recommend to increase services until the situation is brought under control(no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Containers with sauce observed being stored on the ground in the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored a minimum of 6 inches off the ground Observed food stored inside open cans. Discussed with PIC to remove foods from open can and store in food grade containers
590.003/3-305.11-C
Storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)
Inspector notes: Shrimp and fish observed stored in standing water in the prep cooler. Food must be stored in a manner that protects it from contamination and prevent temperture abuse.
590.003/3-303.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Containers with marinade chicken observed stored in walk-in unit without cover. Provide before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff working on RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain
590.002/2-402.11-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: There is no prep sink to wash produce lettuce is being washed in the three bay sink. Provide a food prep sink to protect produce during preparation.PIC to provide detailed plumbers report on the cost to install a prep sink
590.003/3-305.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Feta Cheese observed contaminated with hair. Discard by PIC/Keep all food properly covered and protected from contamination
590.003/3-307.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all foil for storage shelving
590.004/4-202.16-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Replace heavily scored white stained cutting boards. Resurface or replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor throughout the establishment inside walk -ins observed in need of deep cleaning. Clean to remove Walls observed visibly soiled with food debris. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door observed missing a door sweep .Provide to minimize entryway for pests/rodents
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Oct 1, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked chicken observed in plastic container at room temperature (109F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. Chicken to be reheated to 165F to ensure no bacterial growth.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Blocks of poison observed on the ground in the basement storage area. Discontinue and use proper baiting methods.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of the basement ceiling observed damaged and slightly sagging. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the 2 door deli cooler. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs. Unit was stil functioning at below 41F.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excess boxes and other equipment observed in the basement storage area. Remove all unecessary equipment/debris in order for pest control to perform their job efficiently.
590.006/6-501.114-C
64
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Open peices of poison observed on the basement floor. Discontinue use and ensure proper pest management.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of light fruit fly activity in the front service area. Address.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Large coffin style freezer with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the small flip top cooler near the front register. Address and clean to remove. Unit was functioning at below 41F at the time of the inspection. Parts of flooring in the walk-in cooler visibly soiled and with cacked on foods. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of meats and other foods observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from March 2025. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No signage at the hand sink near hte front service counter. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
64
Aug 22, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence od rodentactivity in the rear of the facility - contact pest control company and address as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Make the necessary corrections to the menu items offered under cooked as we discussed during inspection
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not overseeing the trash / rodent issue happening in the rear alleyway - address
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: clean to remove all visible grease and grime on the fans behind the hood vents - fand=]s are not flowing properly due to this issue - Address Scheduled appointment for the professional hood cleaning company has been completed
590.004/4-301.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all personal items broken equipment and loose cardboard accumulating in various locations of the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the kitchen from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep the lids on for all trash receptacles closed tightly after use - maintain clean both insiode and outside
590.005/5-501.15-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the trash areas where dumpster / trash receptacles are being stored
590.005/5-501.115-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep lids on trash receptacles on tightly after use outside in the alleyway - flip top covers for indoor receptacles recommended as discussed
590.005/5-501.113-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible soils
590.005/5-402.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all in place cooking erquipment - freezer / refrigeration uniyts and all bulk food storage bins from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all heavy grease and grime to the hood vents where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
45
Feb 22, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: remove clutter of non-inuse equipment from basement storage area and organize.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink provide.
590.005/5-203.13-C
90
Jan 30, 2023
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor soiled behind cooking equipment clean to remove visible soil. Floor soiled inside walk in cooler clean to remove visibie soil.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Personal clothing stored at food prep areas discontine practice and provide lockers or other suitable facilities to store employee clothing possessions.
590.006/6-501.110-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: clean sides of pizza oven and cooking line equipment to remove visible soil.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: no labels on flour bulk food containers provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink provide.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles stained in some areas replace.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: remove clutter of non-inuse equipment from basement storage area and organize.
590.006/6-501.114-C
70
Jun 10, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cheese for pizza at 54F on counter at pizza prep area. Provide cold holding for cheese and topings.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at front counter and by warewashing did not have paper towels or holder. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to review with staff proper holding temperature proper cleaning of location and good hygenic practices.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all in place cooking and prep equipment. Clean all shelves in kitchen prep and warewashing. Clean wire shelves in walk in and paint to seal rust and peeling. Clean exterior of bulk food containers.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: A?C draining into hand sink behind counter. Discontinue and have it drain properly as discussed.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean fan covers in walk in. Mold build up.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Witnessed staff eating and drinking on the cooking line. Bottle of water also on top of lettuce.
590.002/2-401.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: All bulk food containers need to be labeled as discussed.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under and behind cooking equipment. Soiled.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean hood filters on cooking line. Visibly soiled. Hood sticker still good.
590.004/4-202.18-C
50
May 10, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past exiration date from April 2022. Address and provide an up to date Hood Stickeer for the re-inspection. Cleaning has been scheduled for 5/3/2022.
590.006/6-201.11-C
95
May 2, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Container of shredded cheese observed being left out on counter tops at room temperature (61F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Cheese was removed at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past exiration date from April 2022. Address and provide an up to date Hood Stickeer for the re-inspection. Cleaning has been scheduled for 5/3/2022.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No hand washing sign at the second hand sink in the back preparation room. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Door to the small sinlgle door freezer damaged and not securely fastened. Address and make any necessary repairs or replace. Card board being used to cover stainless steel shelf inside of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of meats observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Disocontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the of the small sinlge door freezer with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Several storage racks inside of the walk-in cooler visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees observed preparing foods on the cooking/service line with no type of hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
61
Apr 21, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Container of shredded cheese observed being left out on counter tops at room temperature (61F). Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Cheese was removed at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Disocontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the of the small sinlge door freezer with exess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Several storage racks inside of the walk-in cooler visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees observed preparing foods on the cooking/service line with no type of hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No hand washing sign at the second hand sink in the back preparation room. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Door tho the small sinlgle door freezer damaged and not securely fastened. Address and make any necessary repairs or replace. Crad board being used to cover stainless steel shelf insode of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durabel and smooth.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of meats observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and ensure all foods are being stored a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sun Pizza. last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sun Pizza. on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sun Pizza.?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Sun Pizza..
How does Sun Pizza. compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Sun Pizza. most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Sun Pizza.'s inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sun Pizza. have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sun Pizza. means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sun Pizza. inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sun Pizza. is inspected around three times per year on average.
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