Vermillion

115 Federal St, Boston, MA 02110

American

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Vermillion stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 21, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about six violations before that.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Frozen lemondade mixture observed thawing in dishwasher that was not in use. Discontinue and use proper thawing methods.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Oct 17, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 13 violations

(b) & (e) responsibility of permit holder person in charge and conditional employees (pf )

Inspector notes: CFPM stated the ill employee reported a diagnosis but the regulatory authority was not notified.

590.002(E)/2-201.11-PF

When to wash (p)

Inspector notes: No hand wash observed by employees when switching tasks. PIC to retrain staff on hand wash procedures.

590.002/2-301.14-P

Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)

Inspector notes: No reminder available for customer on the menu. Provide

590.003/3-603.11-PF

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Priority and Priority Foundation viloations noted. Provide active manegerial control.

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed prep area hand sink blocked by food cart and handsink in the main kitchen area blocked by broom and dust pan. Remove and discontinue.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Main kitchen warewashing handsink observed without hand soap.

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Wrong test strips on site. Provide accurate testing strips .

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Storing maintenance tools (c)

Inspector notes: Observed broom and dust pan stored in the kitchen area. Discontinue

590.006/6-501.113-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Observed staff working on RTE foods without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple condiments containers at the prep line observed without lables. Provide lables when removed from original containers.

590.003/3-302.12-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed plastic containers used to scoop food from bulk . Discontinue and provide handle utensil Food dispensing utensils observed stored in stagnant water . Discontinue .

590.003/3-304.12-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: 2 door True dessert refrigerator unit observed leaking. Repair

590.004/4-501.11-C

Handwashing aids and devices use restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Observed kitchen hand sink without paper towel. Provide.

590.006/6-301.13-C

May 20, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vermillion last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vermillion on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Vermillion compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Vermillion most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Vermillion's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Vermillion have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vermillion 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 Vermillion inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Vermillion is inspected around two times per year on average.

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