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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Licks Cafe

1140 Boylston St

Last inspected Oct 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Licks Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Failed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Oct 11, 2023 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Licks Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 11, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

9 inspections

Inspection

Oct 19, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination

Official Wording

Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Items on ice machine

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Prepacked foods for Grab and Go are not labeling

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Dusted ceililng fixtures Clean interior of cabinet

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

No proof that the CFPM is certified in allergen awareness

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, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 7, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Using hand sink for food prep - Install food prep sink

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigeration unit 57 F Cheese 52 F Yogurt 57 F All foods out of temperature have been removed from service by PIC

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Parfait for customer self service not labeled

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
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Coffee filter compartment in hand sink basin Food particles in hand sink

In Plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 31, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Using hand sink for food prep - Install food prep sink

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigeration unit 57 F Cheese 52 F Yogurt 57 F All foods out of temperature have been removed from service by PIC

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Parfait for customer self service not labeled

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
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official Wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Coffee filter compartment in hand sink basin Food particles in hand sink

In Plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 31, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 22, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 30, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 30, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 15, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No signage at customer self service reminding customers to use utensils at food display

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigeration unit 54 F Ham 50 F Turkey 50 F Cut tomatoes 50 F TCS Foods discarded and facilities was notified during inspection - Facilities will contact refrigeration company Unit has been placed out of service during inspection

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Pre wrapped baked goods for customer self service not labeled per code

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 15, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 30, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official Wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s Notes

No signage at customer self service reminding customers to use utensils at food display

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigeration unit 54 F Ham 50 F Turkey 50 F Cut tomatoes 50 F TCS Foods discarded and facilities was notified during inspection - Facilities will contact refrigeration company Unit has been placed out of service during inspection

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 temperature
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Pre wrapped baked goods for customer self service not labeled per code

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 30, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 8, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

notedCode L1Other

Official Wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s Notes

No proof of an employee trained in anti choking

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 8, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 11, 2023

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 11, 2023 · Original Source

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