Ziggy's

583 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135

American

Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Ziggy's has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Brighton restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 2, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: The certified food protection manager and allergen awarenss certificate are both expired; provide updated manager certifcations.

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple food handlers not wearing effective hair restraints; provide hair restraints for all food handlers.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: The inspection sticker above the cook-line expired February 2026; have an approved vendor service the hood and provide an updated inspection sticker.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Nov 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 12, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 25, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)

Inspector notes: SAnitizer spray bottle testing over 500ppm. Diluted to 200ppm. Review mixing sanitizer with staff.

590.007/7-204.11-P

Common name-working containers (pf)

Inspector notes: Sanitizer spray bottle without label. Label chemical containers to prevent contamination

590.007/7-102.11-PF

(a )cooling methods (pf)

Inspector notes: Cooked chicken cooling in refrigerator covered with plastic at 65F. Uncovered and cooled to 55F in 10 minutes. Cooked chicken cooling in bowl on counter at 150F. Spread out on sheet tray- cooled to 80F in 15 minutes. Review cooling methods with staff- maximize surface area do not cover until 41F.

590.003/3-501.15-PF

Oct 24, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Dust and soil buildup noted on hood filters- Hood cleaning/ inspection scheduled for 10/29/23- Hood sticker expires 10/31/23 Dust buildup around vents in ceilings Clean all areas with proper frequency

590.006/6-501.14-C

Feb 28, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Black buildup on wall above the 3 bay sink- Clean

590.004/4-602.13-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Pizza paddles stored directly on top of the pizza oven- Corrected on site

590.003/3-304.12-C

Aug 22, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Estabishment is using quats sanitizer and only has chlorine test strips- Provide correct test strips

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Squeeze bottles with no labeling- Provide

590.003/3-302.12-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ziggy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ziggy's on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ziggy's?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ziggy's.

How does Ziggy's compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Ziggy's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Ziggy's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ziggy's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ziggy's 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 Ziggy's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ziggy's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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