Inspection
Aug 17, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 17, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Anna's Cafe
267 Medford St
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The full inspection history
11 inspectionsInspection
Aug 4, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple entry ways: front entrance downstairs storage entrance backdoor leading to the building hallway observed missing effective door sweep. Install rodent- proof door sweeps on all exterior doors. Door sweep was order. Scheduled delivery for upcoming Thursday 8.13.26
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
Old mice droppings observed on the floor under storage cabinet in the kitchen area. Clean to remove IPM report was provided on site and showed no activity in the kitchen area.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
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Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage room downstairs observed cluttered. Clean and organize to declutter.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 4, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 28, 2026
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s notes
Multiple entry ways: front entrance downstairs storage entrance backdoor leading to the building hallway observed missing effective door sweep. Install rodent- proof door sweeps on all exterior doors.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s notes
Old mice droppings observed on the floor under storage cabinet in the kitchen area. Clean to remove IPM report was provided on site and showed no activity in the kitchen area.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage room downstairs observed cluttered. Clean and organize to declutter.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 23, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.004/4-102.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use (C)
Inspector’s notes
Storage shelvings observed lined with cardboard. Discontinue. (corrected on site by PIC)
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 1, 2026
Passed
10 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
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Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s notes
4 oikos zero yogurt stored in the grab and go upright cold unit observed expired 3.22.26. PIC to monitor expiration date PIC voluntarily discard and denature all 4 yogurt. (cos)
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 contaminationminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wipping cloths observed drying on equipments. Discontinue. Store accordingly (cos)
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 problemsmajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper menu and menu board observed missing consumer advisory and reminder (egg)s.Provide
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 temperaturecriticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
PIC to discontinue using Market Basket for food supply. Discussed with PIC the importance of acquiring foods from wholesalers only.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Refrigeration shelvings observed line up with cardboard. Discontinue
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide & keep accessible
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 temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of ice machine observed soiled multiple interior/ exterior of refrigeration units observed soiled from visible food spills handprints and dry food encrust. Clean & sanitize 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling & wall above bake oven observed soiled from visible dust accumulation. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen main handwashing sink observed without handwashing signage. Provide
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 25, 2026
Failed
10 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
P's & PF's violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s notes
4 oikos zero yogurt stored in the grab and go upright cold unit observed expired 3.22.26. PIC to monitor expiration date PIC voluntarily discard and denature all 4 yogurt. (cos)
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 contaminationminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Wipping cloths observed drying on equipments. Discontinue. Store accordingly (cos)
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 problemsmajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Paper menu and menu board observed missing consumer advisory and reminder (egg)s.Provide
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 temperaturecriticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
PIC to discontinue using Market Basket for food supply. Discussed with PIC the importance of acquiring foods from wholesalers only.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)
Inspector’s notes
Refrigeration shelvings observed line up with cardboard. Discontinue
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.
More about building upkeep issuesmajorCode 590.004/4-204.112-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
PIC unable to provide a metal probe food thermometer. Provide & keep accessible
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 temperaturemajorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Interior of ice machine observed soiled multiple interior/ exterior of refrigeration units observed soiled from visible food spills handprints and dry food encrust. Clean & sanitize 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ceiling & wall above bake oven observed soiled from visible dust accumulation. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s notes
Kitchen main handwashing sink observed without handwashing signage. Provide
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 problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 4, 2025
Report filed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther
Official wording
Standards of Identity (C)
Inspector’s notes
All packaged foods made available for retail; sale need to hav3e labels containing a list of ingredients - crackers in plastic wrap are on the top counter area without and labels - address
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensura all plasticware available for self service at the the front counter are inverted having the handles facing outward to reduce potential contamination
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 4, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 6, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 6, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 29, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 18, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 13, 2024
Report filed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
All packaged foods out for retail sale need to have a proper list of the ingredients to show the consumer what the items actually contain - address immediately
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 problemsmajorCode 590.003/3-603.11-PFFood temperature
Official wording
Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several food items on the menu do not have the proper consumer advisory - address as discussed - [ eggs any style - steak tips ]
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 temperatureOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 13, 2024 · Original Source