The Upper Crust
Last inspected: Sep 22, 2025
67
Score
Across the available record, The Upper Crust has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 22, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
Across the inspection history, “controlling pests” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
That's lower than the typical Roxbury restaurant, which scores around 83. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of mouse activity(droppings) observed around the water heaters.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walkin missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under/around the fryer unit to remove grease buildup. Clean the floor behind the basement water heater to remove evidence of mouse activity(droppings)
590.006/6-501.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a working internal thermometer in the walkin unit.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the counter under the soda machine to remove soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed stored on the walkin floor.Elevate all food storage at least 6 inches off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
67
Jan 31, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the damaged door sweep and large gap to prevent possible pest access.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walk in are missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held more than 24 hours at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of mouse activity(droppings--Basement-Kitchen near fryers) Provide a full IPM pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace the soiled glue traps in the basement.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the damaged door sweep and large gap to prevent possible pest access.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors near the fryers & in the basement to remove soils & evidence of mouse droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The 2 door open top reach in unit is not operating.Repair/replace (unit is empty)
590.004/4-501.11-C
67
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of mouse activity(droppings--Basement-Kitchen near fryers) Provide a full IPM pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walk in are missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held more than 24 hours at 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The 2 door open top reach in unit is not operating.Repair/replace (unit is empty)
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors near the fryers & in the basement to remove soils & evidence of mouse droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace the soiled glue traps in the basement.
590.006/6-501.112-C
70
Jul 10, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of mouse activity.Provide a current pest control report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all chemical spray bottles.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepped items in the walk in observed missing datemarkings.Provide datemarkings on all prepped items held 41F or below for over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing ceiling tile from above the prep station.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing light shield at the overhead fixture.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/discard the broken double door refrigeration unit from the basement.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor around the fryer unit to remove grease/soils. Clean the basement floor(prep/storage) to remove evidence of mouse droppings Monitor location for pest activity Clean the walk in floor to remove soils/debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed stored on the floor.Maintain all items at least 6 inches off the floor during storage. PIC corrected
590.003/3-305.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light observed not working.Repair/replace bulb
590.006/6-303.11-C
55
Jan 4, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide paper towels at the basement prep handwash sink.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No vomit /diarrhea clean up kit on site.Provide vomit cleanup kit on site. (procedures to be Emailed to the PIC)
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk storage bins.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls around the 3 bay sink to remove soils.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing light shields
590.006/6-202.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior walk in floor under the wire rack shelving to remove debris. Clean the basement dry storage room floor to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
67
Aug 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: A large amount of fruit/drain flies observed in the lower prep room around the mixing bowl & 3 bay sink. Mouse dropping in the paper storage room & dead insects under the 2 door upright unit. Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Water observed leaking through the lower prep ceiling from possible clogged drain on the first floor.Repair is in progress on site. Pipe also observed leaking at the far end of the hall next to the electrical panel. Upper service location-Soda machine drain clogged water leaking through the ceiling. Repair items as needed
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the excess water & dead insects from the prep room floor. Upper prep(chicken location)--Clean under the reach in unit to remove debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
82
Jul 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pineapple in pizza station at 55F. Person in charge discarded.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple hand sinks blocked on production. Person in charge corrected.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed in basement store room. Clean to remove. Provide updated pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled glue trap in basement store room. Remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Pepsi refrigerator observed without thermometer. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Walls above fryer are soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
61
Jan 24, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker is expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
95
Jan 6, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels in prep hand sink. Corrected.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No person in charge is designated. Employee stated manager went to another location to help. Ensure a person in charge is at establishment at all times.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple prepped items with no date marking in walk in cooler. Date mark all foods held over 24 hours.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light sheild missing in basment prep area. Replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Two soiled glue traps in basment under hot water heater. Remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Storage-other personal care items (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee items stored in close proxmity to food in basement dry storage area. Discontinue
590.007/7-209.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple pans of uncovered product in pizza production line refrigerator. Cover to prevent potential contamination.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker is expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No thermometer in walk in cooler. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Under soda machine is soiled. Above fryolater is soiled. Walls in prep area are heavily soiled with debris. Clean to remove all soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple trash receptacles left open. Close to prevent potential pests.
590.005/5-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing in back of house next to walk in cooler. Provide.
590.006/6-201.11-C
47
Sep 7, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Bathroom is out of soap. Person in charge corrected.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Utensils in prep hand sink. Discontinue. Person in charge corrected.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Production line hand sink does not have proper signage. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Buckets of sauce stored on ground in walk in cooler. Elevate to prevent potential contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed roach on glue trap in basement. Remove.
590.006/6-501.112-C
70
May 4, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings under storage shelfing. Heavy fruit fly presence in basement near mixer. Provide updated pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Grease trap cover has a hole in it. Resurface or refinsish top of grease trap.
590.005/5-402.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Handwash signage needed in prep area hand sink.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Damp cloths left out in basement area. Immature flies appear to be nesting in some in basement area. Remove.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Upper Crust last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Upper Crust on file is from Sep 22, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Upper Crust?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at The Upper Crust.
How does The Upper Crust compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
The Upper Crust most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has The Upper Crust's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Upper Crust have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Upper Crust 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 Upper Crust inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Upper Crust is inspected around four times per year on average.
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