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Villa Francesca

150 Richmond St, Boston, MA 02109
Italian
Last inspected: Aug 1, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Villa Francesca stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Villa Francesca is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

9
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all vents in the hood after removing all visible grease and grime - soaking them overnight in a bleach / water sanitizer will assist in removing the stubborn grease deposits
590.004/4-202.18-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Replace any cutting boards located at the sandwich units of the cooking line where needed that have deep lacerations and cannot be cleaned and sanitized anymore as they appear compromised
590.004/4-601.11-C
90
Apr 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain the cleanliness of the { oyster bed filled with ice } throughout the day as needed - upon the accumulation of visible soils
590.004/4-602.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Serve safe certificate has expired address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
90
Apr 8, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Shucked shellfish packaging and identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Organize all shell stock tags accordingly on site as discussed - maintain for a minimum of 90 days on site
590.003/3-202.17-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure all special menus including menu boards have theproper consumer advisory for any items offered under cooked on the menus
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain the cleanliness of the { oyster bed filled with ice } throughout the day as needed - upon the accumulation of visible soils
590.004/4-602.11-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the drain board section of the ware washing room when air drying large pots and pans - di not stack on top of one another during storage
590.004/4-301.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all complomised wooden utensils in the kitchen as discussed - use commercial grade utensils moving forward
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of the current PIC's food safety certificate on site as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Serve safe certificate has expired address as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All food handlers shall wear proper hair restraints when working/ cooking / preparing with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the plastic cups being used to dispense condiments with commercial scoops containing handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
55
Apr 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Shucked shellfish packaging and identification (pf)
Inspector notes: Organize all shell stock tags accordingly on site as discussed - maintain for a minimum of 90 days on site
590.003/3-202.17-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure all special menus including menu boards have theproper consumer advisory for any items offered under cooked on the menus
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Enlarge the drain board section of the ware washing room when air drying large pots and pans - di not stack on top of one another during storage
590.004/4-301.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment - bulk food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of the current PIC's food safety certificate on site as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All food handlers shall wear proper hair restraints when working/ cooking / preparing with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all complomised wooden utensils in the kitchen as discussed - use commercial grade utensils moving forward
590.004/4-101.17-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the plastic cups being used to dispense condiments with commercial scoops containing handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
61
Oct 3, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Villa Francesca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Villa Francesca on file is from Aug 1, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Villa Francesca?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Villa Francesca.

How does Villa Francesca compare to other restaurants in Boston?

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

Has Villa Francesca's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Villa Francesca 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 Villa Francesca inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Villa Francesca is inspected around three times per year on average.

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