Zaz Restaurant & Catering
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2025
100
Score
Zaz Restaurant & Catering has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Open container of grease observed under three bay sink. Cover to prevent potential contamination and pests.
590.005/5-501.13-C
95
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Coconut shrimp on hot holding unit at 115F. Removed and reheated to acceptable temperature. Hold hot items 135F or above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Table top fryer observed being used on prep table without proper ventalation. Move to under hood system to prevent grease build up.
590.004/4-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Open container of grease observed under three bay sink. Cover to prevent potential contamination and pests.
590.005/5-501.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of prep table is soiled with food debris. Under equiptment is soiled. Under 3 bay sink is soiled with grease and food debris. Clean to remove all soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Apr 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Reheating for hot holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salmon Hush puppies @ 109f esnure proper hot hold of 135 or above. (Products reheated at time of inspection to 140f)
590.003/3-403.11-P
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Filters with grease build up clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
82
Aug 1, 2023
Routine
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Fruit and yogurt bowls packed without proper labeling. Provide proper labels on all products and include ingredients and consumer advisory.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink blocked by a pan of raw breaded chicken. PIC removed and stored properly. Discontinue blocking handsink. Equipment stored in basin of handsink. PIC removed when instructed. Clean and discontinue storing equipment in handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels missing at both handsinks. PIC provided when made aware. Assure a hand drying provision is available at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
74
Feb 9, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood venitlation sticker exp. Provide current inspection sticker or schedule to have service. Email copy of confirmation if appointment is needed.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Nov 16, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw chicken sitting on the prep table with a temp of 60. PIC voluntarily discarded. Discussed with staff when food prep is being done to manage time and properly store foods to avoid elevation of temperature. Grilled chicken cooked stored in a black trash bag on the counter at 55-60F. Per Chef O the chicken was just brought to location from other establishment and was going into the refrigerator. Per my discussion with the staff the chicken was placed in the refrigerator and I informed them to discontinue storing cooked chicken at room temperature.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No PIC designated during operating hours. Provide a fulltime PIC to take corrective action when CFPM is not on site.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No papertowels or hand drying aid. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: DC use of dish detergent as a hand soap. Remove and provide proper handwashing soap.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC was not able to provide testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing vomit and diarrhea kit. Provide and assure staff are aware of location.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Handsinks missing signage. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood venitlation sticker exp. Provide current inspection sticker or schedule to have service. Email copy of confirmation if appointment is needed.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy grease and soil build up on and under prep table shelf. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-101.19-C
45
Jul 15, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No hand wash signage at hand sinks supply
590.006/6-301.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Bare wood exposed in prep area seal or paint
590.006/6-201.12-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: No barriers @ hand sink to prevent contamination suppply barriers
590.003/3-305.12-C
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaz Restaurant & Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zaz Restaurant & Catering on file is from Mar 12, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zaz Restaurant & Catering?
Across the inspection record, “(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaz Restaurant & Catering.
How does Zaz Restaurant & Catering compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Zaz Restaurant & Catering most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Zaz Restaurant & Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Zaz Restaurant & Catering have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Zaz Restaurant & Catering 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 Zaz Restaurant & Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zaz Restaurant & Catering is inspected around three times per year on average.
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