Inspection
Sep 30, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking · Boston, MA
Blue Bottle Coffee
800 Boylston St
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Quick Answers
- When was Blue Bottle Coffee last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 30, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 11 inspections on record, from Mar 7, 2024 to Sep 30, 2026.
- Has Blue Bottle Coffee ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 7, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspectionsInspection
Feb 2, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Updated IPM pest control report dated 1/28/26 with open conditions listed "resolved" on report that still exist. Namely under ice machine needs to be cleaned. Dust and debri apparent under reach in coolers. Clean to remove. Provide clean updated IPM pest control report post dated after todays visit and email it to thomas.curran@boston.gov
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 27, 2026
Hearing scheduled
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Updated IPM pest control report dated 1/21/26 with open conditions listed on report. Provide clean updated IPM pest control report post dated after todays visit upon re inspection.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 15, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Mice droppings have been cleaned up. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 8, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Mice droppings on floor behind reach in cooler next to dish machine. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 8, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 29, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 25, 2025
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
There is a small leak coming from under the high temp dish machine.Repair PIC stating a work order has been placed There is a 3 bay sink available for use Dish machine tested in compliance
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 28, 2025
Failed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
There is a small leak coming from under the high temp dish machine.Repair PIC stating a work order has been placed There is a 3 bay sink available for use Dish machine tested in compliance
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 28, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 15, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The posted certified food manager & allergen awareness employee no longer works at this location. Provide the current certifications from a full time employee
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 7, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide an irreversible temperature indicator for the high temp dish machine.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The posted certified food manager & allergen awareness employee no longer works at this location. Provide the current certifications from a full time employee
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 7, 2024 · Original Source
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