SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Trident Booksellers And Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 16, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Report filed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Jan 3, 2024 to Oct 16, 2026.
Has Trident Booksellers And 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 Jan 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
Inspection
Oct 16, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official Wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s Notes
At the rear second floor exit to the fire escape there are gaps between the door and the door frame where daylight is observable; add a doorsweep or repair the door and frame to prevent pest entry.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cooked pasta in plastic containers with lids at 70F. Cooked in last hour. Spread out on sheet tray- 60F in 10 minutes. Spread out cooked foods and cool to 41F prior to storing.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled cardboard covering grease trap. Discard.
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
Soils and debris under dry storage shelves upstairs. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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.
Cooked pasta in plastic containers with lids at 70F. Cooked in last hour. Spread out on sheet tray- 60F in 10 minutes. Spread out cooked foods and cool to 41F prior to storing.
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.
minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Soiled cardboard covering grease trap. Discard.
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
Soils and debris under dry storage shelves upstairs. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
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, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 10, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 12, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals
Official Wording
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Quats sanitizer at bar testing over 500ppm. Diluted on site. Retrain staff to correctly dilute sanitizer tablets.
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.
Gravy cooling in plastic in ice bath at 170F. Cool hot foods spread out in metal for maximum cooling. Cooked pasta stored covered in refrigerator at 60F. Cooked within past hour. Spread out uncovered.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 12, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-501.15-PFFood temperature
Official Wording
(A )Cooling Methods (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Gravy cooling in plastic in ice bath at 170F. Cool hot foods spread out in metal for maximum cooling. Cooked pasta stored covered in refrigerator at 60F. Cooked within past hour. Spread out uncovered.
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.
Quats sanitizer at bar testing over 500ppm. Diluted on site. Retrain staff to correctly dilute sanitizer tablets.
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.