When Pigs Fly

615 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Other
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at When Pigs Fly, the earliest from 2023. When Pigs Fly was last inspected on Mar 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Jamaica Plain average 83, so When Pigs Fly is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor in the basement of debris from walls.
590.006/6-201.11-C
95
Jul 2, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Brick wall behind front counter is peeling. Please scrape and seal. 1-24-24 At this time the PIC is working on ideas to seal the wall. Please let me know when you had a plan.
590.006/6-101.11-C
95
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the floors in the basement. Under the stairs have a build up of debris.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Brick wall behind front counter is peeling. Please scrape and seal.
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Food Safety and Allergen certificates posted are for a person that no longer works for the company. PIC will need to have someone that works for the company at this location that is certified.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Apr 27, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels in restroom - Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips on site to test chlorine sanitizer in 3 bay sink - Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager certification posted - Provide proof of certificaton and post or please certify a full time employee and forward receipt when registered for training.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Unecessary clutter: Brooms & swifter mops piled up in corner in back room - Provide hanging wall hooks to orgainze brooms and mops off the floor.
590.006/6-501.113-C
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was When Pigs Fly last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at When Pigs Fly on file is from Mar 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at When Pigs Fly?

Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at When Pigs Fly.

How does When Pigs Fly compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?

When Pigs Fly most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

Has When Pigs Fly's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at When Pigs Fly have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at When Pigs Fly 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 When Pigs Fly inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, When Pigs Fly is inspected around three times per year on average.