SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Caffe Nero last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 14, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
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?
7 inspections on record, from Mar 12, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026.
Has Caffe Nero ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 12, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Inspection
Oct 14, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
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 on the sides inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed debris on the floor under the 3 bay sink under the flip top and on the floor next to the ice machine. Clean to remove all debris. Recommend pulling the flip top out to clean under and behind. Observed soiled walls behind the 3 bay sink and to the left of the 3 bay sink. Clean walls. Observed soiled faucets at the hand sinks and soiled exterior doors on the small refrigeration doors. Clean to remove soil.
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, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 5, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
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 on the sides inside the ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substance.
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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed debris on the floor under the 3 bay sink under the flip top and on the floor next to the ice machine. Clean to remove all debris. Recommend pulling the flip top out to clean under and behind. Observed soiled walls behind the 3 bay sink and to the left of the 3 bay sink. Clean walls. Observed soiled faucets at the hand sinks and soiled exterior doors on the small refrigeration doors. Clean to remove soil.
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, Oct 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 13, 2026
Passed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Please provide vomit & diarrhea kit and keep the procedures document with the kit. Procedures document will be emailed over with this report.
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
No allergen certificate posted on the wall. Please post allergen certificate
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Organize and clean the back area where the warewash is located. Clean under the 3 bay sink.
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.
Observed soiled counters and cabinet doors. Sanitizer buckets were deluted. The PIC and I refilled the sanitizer buckets and tested. 200ppm. Please ensure that the staff is properly trained on filling the buckets and testing the solution.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Observed no cold water at the 3 bay sink. Provide cold water
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Please provide vomit & diarrhea kit and keep the procedures document with the kit. Procedures document will be emailed over with this report.
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
No allergen certificate posted on the wall. Please post allergen certificate
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Organize and clean the back area where the warewash is located. Clean under the 3 bay sink.
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.
Observed soiled counters and cabinet doors. Sanitizer buckets were deluted. The PIC and I refilled the sanitizer buckets and tested. 200ppm. Please ensure that the staff is properly trained on filling the buckets and testing the solution.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Observed no cold water at the 3 bay sink. Provide cold water
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Crumbs and food debris on floors. Clean to remove.
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Crumbs and food debris on floors. Clean to remove.
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.