SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Annie's Bakery & Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 28, 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?
13 inspections on record, from Oct 5, 2023 to Sep 28, 2026.
Has Annie's Bakery & Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 13 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 5, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
13 inspections
Inspection
Sep 28, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed grab n go baked goods stored on countertops without labels. Provide a label with the minimum required information for all grab n go products including ingredients
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.
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 inside front counter ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substances
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, Sep 28, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 17, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed grab n go baked goods stored on countertops without labels. Provide a label with the minimum required information for all grab n go products including ingredients
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.
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 inside front counter ice machine. Clean to remove mold-like substances
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, Sep 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 13, 2026
Passed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food handlers without hair restraints. Provide hair nets for employees
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed grab n go cookies and brownies stored on front counter without proper labels. Provide food labels on all grab n go items with the minimum requirements including ingredients
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.
Observed cookies being handled without gloves while packaging. Discussed with PIC to ensure all food handlers are properly handling ready to eat foods with clean gloves. COS
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.
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 soiled knife stored in knife rack; spills inside / outside ice machine (front); dusty filters on ice machine (back); food debris and spills inside upright 2 door freezer and walk in freezer. Thoroughly clean with frequency to remove all spills / soils / dust and food debris and maintain clean
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 spills on floors underneath front handsink and heavy food splatter on walls under shelves in back area. Thoroughly clean and maintain clean and dry
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed hot water faucet damaged on front handsink. Repair
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 6, 2026
Failed
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food handlers without hair restraints. Provide hair nets for employees
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed grab n go cookies and brownies stored on front counter without proper labels. Provide food labels on all grab n go items with the minimum requirements including ingredients
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.
Observed cookies being handled without gloves while packaging. Discussed with PIC to ensure all food handlers are properly handling ready to eat foods with clean gloves. COS
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.
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 soiled knife stored in knife rack; spills inside / outside ice machine (front); dusty filters on ice machine (back); food debris and spills inside upright 2 door freezer and walk in freezer. Thoroughly clean with frequency to remove all spills / soils / dust and food debris and maintain clean
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 spills on floors underneath front handsink and heavy food splatter on walls under shelves in back area. Thoroughly clean and maintain clean and dry
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.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed hot water faucet damaged on front handsink. Repair
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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food spills on the interior and exterior of refrigeration and freezer equipment. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed equipment inside the handsink. Remove and DC storing equipment inside the handsink.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soils and debris on the handsink fixtures. Clean to remove
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 30, 2024
Failed
4 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed food spills on the interior and exterior of refrigeration and freezer equipment. 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.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed equipment inside the handsink. Remove and DC storing equipment inside the handsink.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soils and debris on the handsink fixtures. Clean to remove
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.