SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Cacao last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 15, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Report filed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Mar 29, 2024 to May 15, 2026.
Has Cacao ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 29, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Inspection
May 15, 2026
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure all staff working / preparing foods baked goods and coffee have on clean outer attire [ Uniforms - aprons and hair restraints ] - cashiers only handling money and not involved in any form of food preperation are exempt
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Food safety certificate posted on site [ PIC ] was not working at this location during inspection - Address
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed no test strips for Quats sanitizer on site. Provide to ensure proper testing of sanitizer levels
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed ice machine with mold-like substances inside and dusty filters. Clean to remove all mold-like substances and dust from ice machine
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 11, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed no test strips for Quats sanitizer on site. Provide to ensure proper testing of sanitizer levels
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed ice machine with mold-like substances inside and dusty filters. Clean to remove all mold-like substances and dust from ice machine
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled knives / cutting board at sandwich station and mold-like substances inside ice machine. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is being used to clean all knives / cutting boards after each use and clean to remove mold-like substances in ice machine
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled knives / cutting board at sandwich station and mold-like substances inside ice machine. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is being used to clean all knives / cutting boards after each use and clean to remove mold-like substances in ice machine
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 8, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide food thermometer for sandwich station
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine. Clean and sanitize to remove all mold-like substances.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 1, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-204.112-CFood temperature
Official Wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide food thermometer for sandwich station
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.
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine. Clean and sanitize to remove all mold-like substances.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 29, 2024
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No dividers for hand sink. PIC has stated he has ordered dividers for hand sinks.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.