Viva Burrito
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
95
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Viva Burrito, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on May 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Apr 6, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Sauces in walk in cooler observed without date marking. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Chemical spray bottle observed without label. Provide.
590.007/7-102.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Warewash hand sink observed leaking. Repair as necessary.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Food product obsevred stored on floor of walk in cooler. Elevate to prevent potential contamination.
590.003/3-305.11-C
70
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Front Hood Vent observed with Caulking peeling off/ Repair. Provide full report from Boston Licensed Hood Cleaning company 11/3/2025 Hood Vent Sticker in the kitchen approved per BFD they can using all gas cooking equipment in the back. The Hood vent in the front is not to be used until inspected by the Bulding Department.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Front Hood Vent observed with Caulking peeling off/ Repair. Provide full report from Boston Licensed Hood Cleaning company 11/3/2025 Hood Vent Sticker in the kitchen approved per BFD they can using all gas cooking equipment in the back. The Hood vent in the front is not to be used until inspected by the Bulding Department.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Blacksplash walls in the back oberved with grease build up/ clean to remove grease
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Front Hood Vent observed with Caulking peeling off/ Repair. Provide full report from Boston Licensed Hood Cleaning company 11/3/2025 Hood Vent Sticker in the kitchen approved per BFD they can using all gas cooking equipment in the back. The Hood vent in the front is not to be used until inspected by the Bulding Department.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Dripping grease from hood and filters. Provide proper cleaning and schedule cleaning of interior hood to ensure current sticker on hood.
590.004/4-204.11-C
78
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Front Handwashing sink Observed without soap ( Corrected on site)
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom observed with broken waste cover/ provide covered waste receptacle
590.005/5-501.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed heavily scored in the main kitchen area. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
78
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired in february of 2024 have cleaned by licensed hood cleaning company with BFD
590.006/6-201.17-C
95
Aug 11, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide test kits for sanitizer used in 3 bay sink
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Back room originally designated for dry storage is now being used for cutting produce. There is no hand sink in the room and the closest available is in the next room at the cookline/3 bay. Food handler states they wash hands before going into back room / Install a hard plumbed hand sink in the back room OR discontinue all food prep and remove top reach in unit.
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Empty broken and unused fryer in kitchen (not under hood) / Remove from premis
590.006/6-501.114-C
78
Jul 10, 2023
Routine
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing test strips for 3 compartment sink. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Restroom missing handsoap. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing vomit and diarrhea kit. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration units missing thermometers. Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing paper towels at all handsinks. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Missing employee handwashing signage inside restroom. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Viva Burrito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Viva Burrito on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Viva Burrito?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Viva Burrito.
How does Viva Burrito compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Viva Burrito most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Viva Burrito's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Viva Burrito have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Viva Burrito 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 Viva Burrito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Viva Burrito is inspected around four times per year on average.
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