Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Bagel Guild

Name: Bagel Guild
Address: 100 Hanover St, Boston, MA

100 Hanover St

Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

9 inspections

Inspection

Feb 20, 2026

Passed

6 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

CFPM to review inspection report and 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.

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criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Package of raw shelled eggs observed stored above cooked bacon/ sausage and RTE hummus/ pesto. Discontinue. Store separate

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

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Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple foods storage bings with different substances observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

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Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored/ soiled Resurface/replace

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Exterior of multiple storage bins exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed soiled from visible dirty and food spills. 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 problems

criticalCode 590.007/7-207.11-POther

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Restriction and Storage-Medicines (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee medicines observed stored next to food items. Discontinue

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 4, 2026

Failed

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Exterior of multiple storage bins exterior of multiple refrigeration unit observed soiled from visible dirty and food spills. 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 problems

criticalCode 590.007/7-207.11-POther

Official wording

Restriction and Storage-Medicines (P)

Inspector’s notes

Employee medicines observed stored next to food items. Discontinue

In plain English

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

More about other finding

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

CFPM to review inspection report and 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 finding

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Package of raw shelled eggs observed stored above cooked bacon/ sausage and RTE hummus/ pesto. Discontinue. Store separate

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther

Official wording

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple foods storage bings with different substances observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-501.12-COther

Official wording

Cutting Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored/ soiled Resurface/replace

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, Feb 4, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 17, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 14, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 26, 2024

Report filed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Set up sanitizing buckets during hours of prep / kitchen operating hours as recommended with one segragated for raw foods and the other set up for ready to eat foods

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

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

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Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinuie to use sponges when cleaning food contact surfaces such as pots pand and utensils - the restaurant can use sponges to clean floors- walls and ceilings as well as any other NON-food contact surfaces

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.004/4-204.13-CEquipment and utensils

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Dispensing Equipment Protection of Equipment and Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove the soap dispenser anchored to the wall above the three bay sink as it is no longer in use while just collecting soils - Remove as discussed

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 22, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

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Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All food handlers need to wear proper hair restraints when working / preparing foods

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on site from visible food spils stains and soils

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

minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

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Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Change up aprons throughout the day as needed once an accumulation of visible food soils occur

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, Mar 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 15, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.004/4-202.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

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Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rep;lace wooden pizza boards with visible burn marks

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

minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Change up aprons throughout the day as needed once an accumulation of visible food soils occur

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

majorCode 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PFHandwashing

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Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure all designated hand sinks are clean and clutter free from soiled pots and pans during hours of operation

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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All food handlers need to wear proper hair restraints when working / preparing foods

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post current copy of food safety certofocate on site as discussed for the PIC

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue the use of sponges to clean cutting boards

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units bulk food storage bions from visible food spills stains and soils

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

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on site from visible food spils stains and soils

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, Mar 15, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 8, 2024

Failed

7 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.16-COther

Official wording

Sponges Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue the use of sponges to clean cutting boards

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units bulk food storage bions from visible food spills stains and soils

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

minorCode 590.002/2-304.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure staff are wearing clean aprons / uniforms oince they begin food prep in the kitchen

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

minorCode 590.002/2-402.11-CEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure all food handlers are weraing proper hair restraintys when working with foods

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post current copy of food safety certofocate on site as discussed for the PIC

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

majorCode 590.003(C)/3-301.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Preventing Contamination from Hands (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure all designated hand sinks are clean and clutter free from soiled pots and pans during hours of operation

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.

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rep;lace wooden pizza boards with visible burn marks

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, Mar 8, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection