Umass Boston Dining Commons
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
100
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Umass Boston Dining Commons stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.
Across the inspection history, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Dorchester restaurant scores 86. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Regrout wall at ware wash sink area.
590.006/6-501.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Spray head at the ware washing area is leaking repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
90
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 7, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Rinse mode at 199F exceeds the data plate/ manufacturers’ instructions repair.
590.004/4-501.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor near and below frialators to remove visible grease soil.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
Oct 11, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink was out of paper towel. PIC did provide at this time. Please monitor
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace moldy caulking at three bay sink. Please clean off the top of the dishwasher of any build up.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: In warewashing area found a few ceiling tiles that had mold built up. PIC stated that he will have them replaced.
590.006/6-201.11-C
82
Mar 3, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Please address small and large cutting boards that have deep dark scores. PIC did remove one and will monitor going forward.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters on grill line visibly soiled. Clean to remove Hood sticker good until March 20th. PIC is working with building maintenance to have them cleaned.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace missing ceiling tiles in warewashing room as discussed. PIC stated that it will be done today after lunch. Repair wall by loading dock. PIC stated that he already has a work order in for it.
590.006/6-201.16-C
86
Dec 22, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: At this time found droppings under soda cabinets in dinning room under hot holding line by grill and a few along garage doors in dinning room. Pest control is inspecting each week. Between inspections someone will need to be checking all traps to remove and replace if full. It would not hurt to have pest control address this issue more than one time a week for a while to get on top of the problem. General cleaning of areas should be done more often to see if you have any more activity. 12-15-22 Trash room and electrical room by loading dock will need to be clean of old droppings. PIC is aware and will have it cleaned today and will monitor it each day.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to address general cleaning of the floor under and behind storage cabinets and cooking equipment. Under soda cabinets found old droppings that will need to be cleaned up each day. Floor in dinning room should be cleaned more often of any food droppings for students. 12-15-22 At this time areas under cabinets have been cleaned. The trash room and electrical room will need to be addressed. I spoke with PIC and maintenance manager of this building. He is replace all door sweeps and has pest control inspecting every other day.
590.006/6-201.11-C
86
Dec 8, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: At this time found droppings under soda cabinets in dinning room under hot holding line by grill and a few along garage doors in dinning room. Pest control is inspecting each week. Between inspections someone will need to be checking all traps to remove and replace if full. It would not hurt to have pest control address this issue more than one time a week for a while to get on top of the problem. General cleaning of areas should be done more often to see if you have any more activity.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to address general cleaning of the floor under and behind storage cabinets and cooking equipment. Under soda cabinets found old droppings that will need to be cleaned up each day. Floor in dinning room should be cleaned more often of any food droppings for students.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Door on the side of the building next to construction will need door sweeps. PIC will need to have cooking equipment cabinets shelves cleaned more often and report any findings to pest control company. General cleaning of the tables in dinning room area will help with food particles.
590.004/4-202.16-C
82
Oct 4, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Tofu 52F and cooked chicken 44F. PIC removed and put into blast chiller to properly cool down before putting out on front line.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temperature dishwasher rinced was between 193F to 197F and 149F at the plate. PIC shut it down and had called to get it repaired. He will use paper until repaired.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean hood filters on cooking lines and have hood cleaned and new sticker provided. Hoods expired Aug 2022. PIC stated that they will be cleaned Oct 12th or 13th.
590.004/4-202.18-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Umass Boston Dining Commons last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Umass Boston Dining Commons on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Umass Boston Dining Commons?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Umass Boston Dining Commons.
How does Umass Boston Dining Commons compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Umass Boston Dining Commons most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Umass Boston Dining Commons' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Umass Boston Dining Commons have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Umass Boston Dining Commons 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 Umass Boston Dining Commons inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Umass Boston Dining Commons is inspected around three times per year on average.
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