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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Fomu Ice Cream

140 Brookline Av

Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Fomu Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 24, 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 Jan 3, 2024 to Apr 24, 2026.
Has Fomu Ice Cream ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 3, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

Inspection

Apr 24, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean wall where the certificates are hanging to remove dust. Clean the globe lights that are hanging over the counter. Replace 2 light bulbs. Clean inside the small refrigeration unit under the certificate wall to remove food build up.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode L1Other

Official Wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s Notes

Post 2026 Health Inspection and Allergen certificate.

In Plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 14, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

notedCode L1Other

Official Wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s Notes

Post 2026 Health Inspection and Allergen certificate.

In Plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean wall where the certificates are hanging to remove dust. Clean the globe lights that are hanging over the counter. Replace 2 light bulbs. Clean inside the small refrigeration unit under the certificate wall to remove food build up.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 14, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 2, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Food items for self-service sale without complete label information. Provide complete labels for chocolate chips m&ms and all ice cream sandwiches.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther

Official Wording

Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Bathroom trash bin without cover. Provide covered waste bin.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 2, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 25, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Food items for self-service sale without complete label information. Provide complete labels for chocolate chips m&ms and all ice cream sandwiches.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.17-COther

Official Wording

Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Bathroom trash bin without cover. Provide covered waste bin.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 24, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 10, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Exteriors of topping containers with soil buildup- Clean with proper frequency

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 10, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

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