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Red Line Pizza and Grill

⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the Health Department
Latest: PASS July 2, 2025

🍽️ Cuisine: Italian

📍 Neighborhood: South Boston

🚇 Nearest Transit: Andrew Square (Red Line)

Address
582 DORCHESTER AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Inspection History
75 inspections
39 failures
2 closures
License
License #77211
Last inspected: July 2, 2025

Inspection History (50 most recent)

PASS July 2, 2025 at 3:55 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-501.14-C - Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C): Hood sticker expired March 23. 2025.Service Hood filters heavily soiled with grease.Clean
FAIL June 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw chicken stored above the RTE foods in the walkin.Remove | 590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Upright refrigerator ...
FAIL June 17, 2025 at 6:47 PM
7 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw chicken stored above the RTE foods in the walkin.Remove | 590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Upright refrigerator ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 30, 2025 at 5:36 PM
10 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Provide hair restrain for the staff while working in the kitchen. Provide | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw chicken stored ab...
FAIL January 23, 2025 at 7:38 PM
10 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Provide hair restrain for the staff while working in the kitchen. Provide | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw chicken stored ab...
PASS November 20, 2024 at 3:38 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-303.11-C - Intensity-Lighting (C): Observed no lighting inside walk in freezer. Replace
FAIL November 13, 2024 at 8:07 PM
9 violations
590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Observed bulk containers stored identified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use S...
FAIL November 5, 2024 at 6:08 PM
9 violations
590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C): Observed bulk containers stored identified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use S...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS June 24, 2024 at 6:48 PM
3 violations
590.005/5-203.13-C - Service Sink (C): Observed no enclosed mop sink and no food prep sink at establishment. Contact licensed plumber for installations of both sinks Provide drain plugs for 3 bay compartment | 590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Charact...
FAIL June 17, 2024 at 2:19 PM
13 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Observed unwrap food stored in walk in cooler under compressor. Discussed with PIC to discontinue | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identif...
🚫 CLOSURE June 14, 2024 at 4:14 PM
13 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Observed unwrap food stored in walk in cooler under compressor. Discussed with PIC to discontinue | 590.003/3-302.12-C - Food Storage Containers Identif...
PASS March 22, 2024 at 3:29 PM
8 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): Observed no vomit and diarrhea kit on site. Provide and review procedures | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC Hamid on site not knowledgeable of...
FAIL March 15, 2024 at 5:01 PM
8 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): Observed no vomit and diarrhea kit on site. Provide and review procedures | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): PIC Hamid on site not knowledgeable of...
PASS January 23, 2024 at 3:11 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-601.11-PF - (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf): Observed food spills / debris inside the upright freezer in basement. Thoroughly clean all food debris / spills | 590.006/6-303.11-C - Intensi...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 16, 2024 at 3:29 PM
14 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Observed multiple food items stored in refrigerated / freezer units uncovered. Discussed with PIC to ensure all foods are cover or wrapped to protect fr...
FAIL January 4, 2024 at 4:03 PM
13 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Observed multiple food items stored in refrigerated / freezer units uncovered. Discussed with PIC to ensure all foods are cover or wrapped to protect fr...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 3, 2024 at 8:23 PM
0 violations
PASS April 25, 2023 at 7:10 PM
19 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): No handwashing done from staff when I arrive handsinks were blocked and with food debris inside also dry and no proper supplies no soap no papertowels Staff told me he washed his hands but there was n...
FAIL April 21, 2023 at 3:10 PM
19 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): No handwashing done from staff when I arrive handsinks were blocked and with food debris inside also dry and no proper supplies no soap no papertowels Staff told me he washed his hands but there was n...
PASS February 14, 2023 at 2:04 PM
1 violation
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): No Certified food protection manager cerification - Post a current CFPM certification from an accredited food safety program.
PASS November 25, 2022 at 6:13 PM
17 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): I observed staff coming in from outside and behind the counter to serve a customer without removing his outer garments nor washing his hands- I asked him before serving the customer to wash his hands t...
FAIL November 22, 2022 at 6:05 PM
17 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): I observed staff coming in from outside and behind the counter to serve a customer without removing his outer garments nor washing his hands- I asked him before serving the customer to wash his hands t...
PASS August 23, 2022 at 5:39 PM
2 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): No Certified food protection Certification it expired 2/25/2021 Provide a updated CFPM certification by an accredited program | 590.003/3-601.11-C - Standards of Identity (C): All ...
FAIL August 3, 2022 at 2:35 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): No handwashing observed when I went to wash my hands I observed there was no hand cleanser available- Train staff to wash hands during food service and preparation. | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certifi...
🚫 CLOSURE August 2, 2022 at 4:14 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): No handwashing observed when I went to wash my hands I observed there was no hand cleanser available- Train staff to wash hands during food service and preparation. | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certifi...
FAIL February 7, 2022 at 7:32 PM
17 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): When I arrived I went to handsink at the cookline and it was completely dry with nothing to wash or dry hands- Train staff on the importance of handwashing- I had staff wash hands and educated PIC on ma...
FAIL February 3, 2022 at 5:42 PM
17 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): When I arrived I went to handsink at the cookline and it was completely dry with nothing to wash or dry hands- Train staff on the importance of handwashing- I had staff wash hands and educated PIC on ma...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS December 3, 2021 at 4:00 PM
6 violations
590.004/4-501.11-C - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C): Door gaskets on prep line doors in front kitchen area and one door reach in are damaged. Repair or replace. Upon re-inspection Manager provided invoice that gaskets are on ord...
FAIL November 19, 2021 at 3:41 PM
24 violations
590.002/2-102.11-PF - (C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf): Person in charge has no employee illness policy or writen guidelines. Learn all aspects of employee illness policy and provide written guidelines. | 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certifie...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS November 16, 2021 at 2:25 PM
33 violations
590.002/2-102.11-PF - (C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf): Person in charge has no employee illness policy or writen guidelines. Learn all aspects of employee illness policy and provide written guidelines. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vo...
FAIL November 15, 2021 at 4:04 PM
33 violations
590.002/2-102.11-PF - (C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf): Person in charge has no employee illness policy or writen guidelines. Learn all aspects of employee illness policy and provide written guidelines. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vo...
PASS August 23, 2021 at 5:49 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-501.14-C - Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C): Hood sticker expired two months ago June 2021 for all three hoods. Filters heavily soiled and missing. Clean and replace filters as necessary.
FAIL August 11, 2021 at 6:48 PM
9 violations
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF - Assignment (Pf): No CFPM certificate posted. Provide confirmation of Certified Food Protection Manager on site or proof of an enrolled employee in approved Food Protection program. | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person...
FAIL August 6, 2021 at 6:29 PM
17 violations
590.002/2-301.15-PF - Where to Wash (Pf): Observed staff rinsing hands at 3 bay sink without using soap. Retrain staff to wash hands thoroughly at hand sinks with soap. Directed staff to use hand sink. | 590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF - Assignment (Pf): N...
FAIL August 4, 2021 at 6:35 PM
14 violations
590.002/2-301.15-PF - Where to Wash (Pf): Observed staff rinsing hands at 3 bay sink without using soap. Retrain staff to wash hands thoroughly at hand sinks with soap. Directed staff to use hand sink. | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS March 22, 2021 at 6:38 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Replace missing filter on the left side of the hood | 590.005/5-501.15-C - Outside Receptacles (C): Clean to remove all loose trash and debris along the side of the building past the dump...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS March 15, 2021 at 7:58 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Replace missing filter on the left side of the hood | 590.005/5-501.15-C - Outside Receptacles (C): Clean to remove all loose trash and debris along the side of the building past the dump...
FAIL February 18, 2021 at 4:31 PM
14 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Unsure all foods are elevated off the floor during storage - floors are very wet from the weather and foods can get compromised if left stored directly ...
FAIL February 11, 2021 at 4:51 PM
12 violations
590.003/3-302.11-C - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C): Unsure all foods are elevated off the floor during storage - floors are very wet from the weather and foods can get compromised if left stored directly ...
PASS July 23, 2020 at 7:35 PM
11 violations
590.002/2-102.11-PF - (C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf): Not following proper illness policy read literature provided and address | 590.002/2-301.11-P - Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P): | 590.002/2-301.16-PF - Hand Antiseptics (Pf): Empt...
FAIL July 17, 2020 at 7:05 PM
11 violations
590.002/2-102.11-PF - (C)(2) (3) and (17) Demonstration (Pf): Not following proper illness policy read literature provided and address | 590.002/2-301.11-P - Clean condition-Hands and Arms (P): | 590.002/2-301.16-PF - Hand Antiseptics (Pf): Empt...
PASS January 21, 2020 at 4:35 PM
5 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): Provide vomit cleanup kit. Handout provided via email. | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Observed container of raw ...
FAIL January 9, 2020 at 2:59 PM
5 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): Provide vomit cleanup kit. Handout provided via email. | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Observed container of raw ...
PASS March 8, 2019 at 8:03 PM
9 violations
01-3-202.11-.17 - Recieving/Sound Condition/Proper Temperatures: Two - forty pound boxes of poultry received without being iced down and out of temperature 55F the boxes covered with mudd and visible debris on the exterior of the box. return ...
FAIL March 1, 2019 at 7:49 PM
9 violations
01-3-202.11-.17 - Recieving/Sound Condition/Proper Temperatures: Two - forty pound boxes of poultry received without being iced down and out of temperature 55F the boxes covered with mudd and visible debris on the exterior of the box. return ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS September 20, 2018 at 6:01 PM
7 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Observed dry food goods stored on floor in basement observed foods stored on floor in walkin cooler. Store all foods elevated 6" off the floor. | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: Observed foo...
FAIL September 13, 2018 at 5:15 PM
7 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Observed dry food goods stored on floor in basement observed foods stored on floor in walkin cooler. Store all foods elevated 6" off the floor. | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: Observed foo...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 31, 2017 at 4:18 PM
3 violations
13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: Some staff not wearing hair restraints. corrected immediately | 34-5-501.111/.115 - Outside Storage Improperly Maintained: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered along side the alleywa...
PASS March 23, 2017 at 4:26 PM
12 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: label all plastic bulk food containers to properly identity the item | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No working food thermometer on site -provide | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair ...
FAIL March 10, 2017 at 4:46 PM
12 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: label all plastic bulk food containers to properly identity the item | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No working food thermometer on site -provide | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair ...
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department