Tuscan Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
50
Score
Tuscan Kitchen has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 20, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Tuscan Kitchen's 50 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed high temp dish machine in main kitchen rinsing @ 170F. Discussed with PIC to contact company for services to ensure minimum temperature is met @ 180F for proper sanitization. Use 3 bay compartment with Quats 300ppm.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dusty filters on ice machine and mold-like substance inside ice chute; Food spills inside 2 door reach in freezer / 3 door reach in unit @ salad station. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment above and maintain clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at handsink (seat 205). Discussed with PIC to maintain handsoap at all handsinks during operating hours for proper handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Shell stock maintaining identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed shell stock tags incomplete without the last date sold. Discussed with PIC to ensure date of last item sold is clearly filled out on tag to ensure completion of batches.
590.003/3-203.12-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed low temp dish machine @ bar (seat 205) dispensing chlorine @ 0ppm. Contact company for services to ensure chlorine dispense 50-100ppm for proper sanitization.
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed non-operating irreversible thermometer on site. Provide battery for proper use of high temp dish machine
590.004/4-501.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles along cooking line stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed serving spoons stored in stagnat water @ pasta cook station. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure utensils are properly stored clean / sanitized on food contact surfaces
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed champagne bottle stored in ice at bar (seat 228). Discussed with PIC to ensure items are not stored in ice to prevent contamination. COS
590.003/3-305.11-C
50
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice machine has black spots on the inside of the ice chute.Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Staff personal belongings stored in contact with single use/food items in the dry storage.Discontinue
590.006/6-501.110-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles above the ice machine.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Sep 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice machine has black spots on the inside of the ice chute.Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Noticed floor mats being washed in the 3 bay sink.Discontinue and retrain staff to wash mats in the utility sink only
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Sack of potatoes stored on the floor next to the ice machine.Discontinue and store all products above 6 inches from the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Staff personal belongings stored in contact with single use/food items in the dry storage.Discontinue
590.006/6-501.110-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles above the ice machine.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Apr 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Ice used as exterior coolant prohibited as ingredient (p)
Inspector notes: Observed a glass bottle stored in the ice bin used for beverages. Advised pic to remove and dc storing in the ice used for consumption. retrain staff
590.003/3-303.11-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks missing paper towels. Provide at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Mulitiple handsinks observed with food debris inside of the sink. Remove and clean. Retrain staff of proper use of handsinks
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing sanitizer at the dish machine. PIC removed the empty bucket and replaced. retrain staff to monitor all required chemicals.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils and debris on the handsink fixtures. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Missing proper signage at the handsinks located at the front prep line and the bar. Replace
590.006/6-301.14-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and black mold substance inside multiple ice machines. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bottles with no label to identify the product. Provide proper labeling on all squeeze bottles.
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Apr 24, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food disposed in the handsink. Retrain staff to properly utilize the handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks missing paper towels. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks missing soap. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing irreversabile thermometer for dishmachine. Pic ordered on site. Assure it is available at all times.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks observed with heavy soils and grease build up. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
64
Sep 29, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2023
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Built out bar on ground floor landing without plan review from ISD Health division. Schedule plan review by contacting isdhealth@boston.gov.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Online brunch menu missing consumer advisory statement and reminder for poached eggs and raw oysters. Ensure all menus have required advisory and reminder for raw or undercooked foods.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
82
Sep 1, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Raw oysters missing statement on brunch menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible indicator for high temp dish machine. Provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Error message on dish machine read out. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-501.15-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Visible gap in front door to business. Seal with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean under booths of visible soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: HVAC unit making loud noise in dining room. Make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Damaged metal floor covering with exposed wood in two walkin coolers ramps. Repair.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean trash room of visible soils.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label squeeze bottles in reach in cooler.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Marble board on meat slicer cracked and damaged. Replace.
590.004/4-101.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tuscan Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tuscan Kitchen on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tuscan Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tuscan Kitchen.
How does Tuscan Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Tuscan Kitchen most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Tuscan Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tuscan Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tuscan Kitchen 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.
How often is Tuscan Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tuscan Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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