Yaz's House of Pizza

661 Warren St, Dorchester, MA 02121
Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Yaz's House of Pizza stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 30, 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 turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Dorchester restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under front counter pizza oven and cookline. Provide current pest report. Clean all ares and monitor for activity.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Shelves lined with soiled pizza boxes. Shelf under griddle lined with soiled foil. Discard foil and cardboard. Resurface shelves as needed so that they are smooth cleanable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
86
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Rear screen door damaged and missing screen. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hole observed along the wall directly next to the pizza oven. Address close hole and clean to remove any debris.
590.004/4-202.16-C
95
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Open bags of poison observed on the ground in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and use proper pest control.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed near the 3 bay sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Squeeze bottles filled with sauces/dressings have no labels. Provide. Stainless steel/plastic bins inside of the walk-in cooler with no lables. Discontinue and provide proper labeling/dates on foods.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Rear screen door damaged and missing screen. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
67
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several ceiling tiles above the preparation table made of an acoustic material. Address and ensure all surfaces remain smooth cleanable and durable.
590.004/4-202.16-C
95
Aug 2, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection the test strips on site had water damage. Replace.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No equipment thermometer observed inside of the front service deli cooler. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no full time employee with a Food Allergy/Safety Certification. Provide a Food Allergen Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time who has enrolled in a Food Safety course for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Jan 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked chicken wings on the 2 top burner with a temperature of 98F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Small metal bowl being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet to the single bay preparation sink is loose. Address and secure faucet to the sink.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottels filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
67
Oct 18, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service exhausthood by licensed cleaner and provide current exhausthood sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor below cooking and refrigeration equipment. Repair cracked floor tiles near rear kitchen step.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Remove alluminum foil and provide food service commercial grade liner.
590.004/4-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Food safety certification expired provide current certification or register for a accredited food safety class.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Jun 5, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink provide.
590.005/5-203.13-C
95
May 15, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometer for measuring foods provide.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for chlorine sanitizer provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Inuse wiping cloths on counter no sanitizer provide.
590.003/3-304.14-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean sides inbetween and backsplach to cooking line equipment to remove visible soil.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink provide.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles stained replace.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Door to restroom has a huge opening damaged at the bottom replace.
590.006/6-202.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove mops and brooms from kitchen prep area.
590.006/6-501.114-C
61
Jul 18, 2022
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cracked floor tiles near pizza. Clean floor inside walk in cooler to remove visible soil.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior grounds to remove empty containers and loose debris.
590.005/5-501.115-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean sides inbetween and backsplash to remove grease soil. Clean interior of frialator to remove grease soil.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Ware washing sink plugs missing replace.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
590.006/6-501.114-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Remove staff clothing from near ware washing area and provide proper storage separate area.
590.006/6-501.110-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yaz's House of Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yaz's House of Pizza on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yaz's House of Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Yaz's House of Pizza.

How does Yaz's House of Pizza compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Yaz's House of Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Yaz's House of Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Yaz's House of Pizza have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yaz's House of 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 Yaz's House of Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Yaz's House of Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.