University Grill & Pizza

712 Commonwealth Av, Boston, MA 02215

Pizza

Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited University Grill & Pizza four times, with records going back to 2023. University Grill & Pizza was last inspected on Dec 2, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly two violations earlier on.

“Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting University Grill & Pizza on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 2, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired December 2024- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection

590.006/6-501.14-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Hood filters with heavy dust and carbon buildup- Clean with proper frequency

590.004/4-602.13-C

May 15, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Preventing contamination from hands (p)

Inspector notes: Observed numerous employees handling Ready to Eat foods with bare hands- Use gloves Corrected on site

590.003(C)/3-301.11-P

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired March 2024- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection Hood filters with heavy buildup- Clean with proper frequency

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jan 4, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Knifes stored soiled on magnetic strip. Clean and sanitize before storing away. Can opener soiled with dried up food debris. Clean and sanitize properly.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Some of storage shelves soiled. Magnetic strip for knifes soiled. Clean all properly.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Some food products stored on the floor inside walk-in unit. Elevate properly.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily scored. Resurface and clean properly.

590.004/4-501.12-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was University Grill & Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at University Grill & Pizza on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at University Grill & Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at University Grill & Pizza.

How does University Grill & Pizza compare to other restaurants in Boston?

University Grill & Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has University Grill & Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at University Grill & Pizza have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at University Grill & 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 University Grill & Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, University Grill & Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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