The Scoop N Scootery
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
67
Score
Across the available record, The Scoop N Scootery has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to other Allston restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: The manager on duty who is a certified food protection manager was not able to provide any of the reportable illnesses and two out of five reportable symptoms. The person in charge must be knowlegable about employee illness policy.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: In the back hall area and in the stairs leading to the basement there is excessive small dark rodent droppings. Clean and sanitize the areas of droppings and provide pest control reports to damien.yee@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Floors throughout establishment in front of house and back of house are encrusted in food debris and soils especially behind and underneath equipment / interiors of freezers and cold holding units are heavily soiled; clean and sanitize nonfood contact surfaces in establishment.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Tiles in the rear hallway leading to the rear egress are damaged or missing; repair or replace / there are notable gaps and holes in the wall juncture at the rear egress allowing for pest entry; repair or replace material in wall.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: The door in the office that leads to the street has a notable gap at the bottom of the door where daylight can be seen when the door is closed allowing for pest entry; repair door or install door sweep.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Cold holding units with TCS items lack internal themometers; provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
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May 14, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler observed without hair restraint. Provide hat or hairnet.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Daylight visible under back door. Replace door sweep or resurface door jamb to prevent pests from entering.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Broken and missing tiles under 3 compartment sink. Repair or replace for smooth durable surface.
590.006/6-501.11-C
86
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Bulk food items in service area and tubs of icecream in freezer are stored directly on the floor- Reviewed with owner All products shall be stored a minimum of 6" off off of the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors throughout establishment under equipment with soils and debris- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Apr 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity in the back prep and in the lower level storage-Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level where to go packaged containers are stored with construction debris and soils- Clean area
590.006/6-501.114-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Scoops used for cake stored in stagnant water- Discontinue Reviewed at the time of the inspection
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Areasthroughout the establishmnent with soils and debris including in refrigeration units and on floors under equipment and shelving- Clean all areas
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Apr 20, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was only one employee at the location. The employee was unable to answer questions related to food safety including sanitizer procedures- Review with staff
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Large gap noted at the bottom of the rear door to the establishment- Make proper repairs
590.006/6-202.15-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous soiled sponges noted at 3 bay sink- Discontinue use of sponges in warewashing area
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Areas throughout the establishment with heavy soils and debris. Areas include but not limited too All areas of the floors including along walls and under equipment Interiors and exteriors of refrigeration including heavy buildup on handles Interiors of freezers with heavy front buildup and soils from products Clean all areas throughout
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Dec 21, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink at serving line with hot water faucet broken. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily scored and stained. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
90
Dec 7, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No sanitizing test strips on site. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily scored and stained. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink at serving line with hot water faucet broken. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of several refrigeratin/freezer unit soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
May 13, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with gaps. Paint with sealing paint or repair/replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Licensed Exterminator scheduled to inspect next week and issue an IPM report due to rodent-like droppings at the establishment. Provide.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
May 6, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed trapped mice at lower level. Provide a current IPM report from a licensed exterminator. Remove dead rodents.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting Boards heavily scored at serving line/prep area. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of walk-in freezer covered with soiled cardboard. Remove and clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single use take out containers stored on the floor at both levels. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with gaps. Paint with sealing paint or repair/replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Licensed Exterminator scheduled to inspect next week and issue an IPM report due to rodent-like droppings at the establishment. Provide.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: Rear door with damaged door sweep with gap at the bottom. Repair or replace.
590.006/6-202.16-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with loose debris. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.114-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Allergen Awarness Certificate on site. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges used at three bay sink for warewashing. Discontinue use.
590.004/4-101.16-C
55
Apr 29, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed trapped mice at lower level. Provide a current IPM report from a licensed exterminator. Remove dead rodents.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges used at three bay sink for warewashing. Discontinue use.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of walk-in freezer covered with soiled cardboard. Remove and clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single use take out containers stored on the floor at both levels. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with gaps. Paint with sealing paint or repair/replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: Rear door with damaged door sweep with gap at the bottom. Repair or replace.
590.006/6-202.16-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Allergen Awarness Certificate on site. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting Boards heavily scored at serving line/prep area. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with loose debris. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.114-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Scoop N Scootery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Scoop N Scootery on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Scoop N Scootery?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Scoop N Scootery.
How does The Scoop N Scootery compare to other restaurants in Allston?
The Scoop N Scootery most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Allston average of 80.
Has The Scoop N Scootery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Scoop N Scootery have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Scoop N Scootery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Scoop N Scootery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Scoop N Scootery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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