O'Saraceno
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the Health Department
Latest: PASS
April 9, 2025
Address
284 HANOVER ST
North End, MA 02113
Inspection History
60 inspections
24 failures
1 closures
License
License #18569
Last inspected: April 9, 2025
Inspection History (50 most recent)
PASS
April 9, 2025
at 6:59 PM
0 violations
PASS
October 2, 2024
at 6:54 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-501.112-C - Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C): Ask pest control company for more details [ in writing with the IPM report ] on the corrective action plan moving forward
FAIL
September 25, 2024
at 4:20 PM
7 violations
590.004/4-202.11-PF - Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf): Replace all compromised cutting boards on the prep tables and the counter top refrigeration units as there are deep lacerations that appear uncleanable | 590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilat...
FAIL
September 17, 2024
at 7:57 PM
6 violations
590.004/4-202.11-PF - Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf): Replace all compromised cutting boards on the prep tables and the counter top refrigeration units as there are deep lacerations that appear uncleanable | 590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilat...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
April 2, 2024
at 6:43 PM
3 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working with foods | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Post copies of both your 2024 Health ...
PASS
July 20, 2023
at 12:01 PM
0 violations
PASS
February 2, 2023
at 1:48 PM
1 violation
L1 - : 2023 Health Permit Not paid ensure payment
FAIL
February 1, 2023
at 6:17 PM
1 violation
L1 - : 2023 Health Permit Not paid ensure payment
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 18, 2023
at 3:24 PM
0 violations
PASS
October 17, 2022
at 6:19 PM
0 violations
PASS
September 21, 2022
at 5:44 PM
1 violation
L1 - : 8-404.11 Ceasing Operations Voluntary closure of establishment for power outage and water damage from fire in upstairs apartment. Contact ISD Health supervisor in the morning to discuss how to proceed. Provide reciepts from cleaning service...
🚫 CLOSURE
June 23, 2022
at 12:47 PM
1 violation
L1 - : 8-404.11 Ceasing Operations Voluntary closure of establishment for power outage and water damage from fire in upstairs apartment. Contact ISD Health supervisor in the morning to discuss how to proceed. Provide reciepts from cleaning service...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 15, 2022
at 7:22 PM
0 violations
PASS
September 27, 2021
at 3:50 PM
0 violations
FAIL
September 17, 2021
at 5:07 PM
2 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): Shell fish tags without last day served. Provide date shellfish was last served on back of tags as explained during inspection. | 590.003/3-501.17-PF - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperatu...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 16, 2021
at 7:20 PM
1 violation
L1 - : Post 2021 Health Permit
PASS
July 28, 2020
at 4:44 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): Shellfish tags not being kept for 90Days and no last day served being recorded .Kept all shellfish tag for 90days and record last day served on each tag | 590.003/3-501.17-PF - R...
FAIL
July 24, 2020
at 4:55 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): Shellfish tags not being kept for 90Days and no last day served being recorded .Kept all shellfish tag for 90days and record last day served on each tag | 590.003/3-501.17-PF - R...
PASS
October 23, 2019
at 2:44 PM
3 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): There is no cleanup kit. Provide. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): | 590.004/4-204.112-PF - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality ...
FAIL
October 11, 2019
at 5:28 PM
3 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): There is no cleanup kit. Provide. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): | 590.004/4-204.112-PF - Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality ...
PASS
January 15, 2019
at 6:09 PM
1 violation
35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Animals: The exterminator is coming every other week but he's not leaving reports. Provide reports to show the treatment of roaches.
FAIL
January 2, 2019
at 6:45 PM
1 violation
35-6-501.111/.115 - Insects Rodents Animals: The exterminator is coming every other week but he's not leaving reports. Provide reports to show the treatment of roaches.
PASS
October 3, 2018
at 2:45 PM
4 violations
19-4-501.18-.110 - Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.: The dishwasher gauges aren't working. Repair so the gauges move. | 20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: They have a two bay sink to wash larger equipment but they aren'...
FAIL
September 24, 2018
at 5:02 PM
4 violations
19-4-501.18-.110 - Wash Rinse Water Clean Proper Temperature.: The dishwasher gauges aren't working. Repair so the gauges move. | 20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: They have a two bay sink to wash larger equipment but they aren'...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 28, 2018
at 4:54 PM
1 violation
36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: The grout in the floors is missing in the dish area. Resurface or replace.
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
November 15, 2017
at 6:21 PM
1 violation
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Hood vents with visible grease build up / Clean to remove.
PASS
March 7, 2017
at 3:09 PM
2 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic in oil mixture sitting out at 60F / Chef moved to refrigeration after being out for an hour / Provide proper cold holding temperatures | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Walls near dis...
FAIL
February 27, 2017
at 3:53 PM
2 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic in oil mixture sitting out at 60F / Chef moved to refrigeration after being out for an hour / Provide proper cold holding temperatures | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Walls near dis...
PASS
May 20, 2016
at 3:44 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic in oil mixture sitting out at room temp / Provide proper cold holding temperatures. | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Interior of ice machine with visible soils / Clean to remove. | 23-4-602.13 ...
FAIL
May 10, 2016
at 6:22 PM
4 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Garlic in oil mixture sitting out at room temp / Provide proper cold holding temperatures. | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Interior of ice machine with visible soils / Clean to remove. | 23-4-602.13 ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 22, 2016
at 2:36 PM
0 violations
PASS
June 24, 2015
at 6:36 PM
3 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove cardboard being used to line shelving - motor on the sandwich unit is running very loud and hot - address situation | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: Provide a current ho...
FAIL
June 17, 2015
at 6:12 PM
13 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: Keep tags on site - not at another location | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cheeses and cut produce in the sandwich unit are 50F - | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate all foods off thge floor at least si...
FAIL
June 10, 2015
at 5:00 PM
13 violations
01-3-203.12 - Tags & Records: Keep tags on site - not at another location | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cheeses and cut produce in the sandwich unit are 50F - | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Elevate all foods off thge floor at least si...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
November 26, 2014
at 1:05 PM
3 violations
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: Must provide a hand sink by the front counter gelato case when dispensing ready to eat foods - discontinue until such sink is provided. Spoke with owner and he understands the gelato will be relocated to ...
FAIL
November 19, 2014
at 6:07 PM
2 violations
31-5-203.11 - Number Convenient: No hand sink located by the gelato | M-3-603.11 - Consumer Advisories: Provide
FAIL
November 12, 2014
at 6:30 PM
2 violations
31-5-203.11 - Number Convenient: No hand sink located by the gelato | M-3-603.11 - Consumer Advisories: Provide
PASS
April 14, 2014
at 3:40 PM
0 violations
PASS
October 18, 2013
at 2:44 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover all prepared foods in reach is and walk in | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Replace all frayed wiping cloths. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide visible thermometers where ne...
FAIL
October 9, 2013
at 3:13 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover all prepared foods in reach is and walk in | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Replace all frayed wiping cloths. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide visible thermometers where ne...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
March 25, 2013
at 2:44 PM
7 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover all prepared food products in reach ins and walk ins. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove tin foil where necessary. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide visible thermometers w...
FAIL
March 19, 2013
at 3:41 PM
7 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover all prepared food products in reach ins and walk ins. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove tin foil where necessary. | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide visible thermometers w...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
October 31, 2012
at 3:37 PM
6 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens in glass refrigerator | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage: Provide paper towels for hand sink. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Clean f...
FAIL
October 22, 2012
at 3:22 PM
6 violations
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean vent fan screens in glass refrigerator | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage: Provide paper towels for hand sink. | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Clean f...
PASS
March 13, 2012
at 5:05 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover open foods in reach ins . | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove tin foil from shelving | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean can opener + holder. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contac...
FAIL
March 6, 2012
at 5:52 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Cover open foods in reach ins . | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove tin foil from shelving | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean can opener + holder. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contac...
PASS
July 21, 2011
at 4:28 PM
1 violation
M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: Provide proper food allergy disclaimer in all menu's as applicable. Provide proper certified food allergen trained employee for establishment.
FAIL
July 14, 2011
at 3:35 PM
1 violation
M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: Provide proper food allergy disclaimer in all menu's as applicable. Provide proper certified food allergen trained employee for establishment.
PASS
March 14, 2011
at 3:30 PM
1 violation
13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: Provide proper hair restraints for all food prep personnel.
FAIL
March 7, 2011
at 4:40 PM
1 violation
13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: Provide proper hair restraints for all food prep personnel.