Inspection
Oct 2, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 2, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Beachside Cafe
4 Barnes Av
Last inspected Oct 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
- When was Beachside Cafe last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 2, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 4 inspections on record, from Jul 9, 2024 to Oct 2, 2026.
- Has Beachside Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 9, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspectionsInspection
Oct 31, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 17, 2024
Report filed
11 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post current copies of your food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site as discussed
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Set up in replacement for the sponges we discussed earlier to clean food contact surfaces
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 590.004/4-101.16-COther
Official Wording
Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Discontinue the use of sponges to clean any food contact surfaces - it is o.k to use to clean any of the floors - walls and ceilings
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.004/4-201.12-PFood temperature
Official Wording
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide a food thermometer as we discussed
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test kits for chlorine sanitizer on site / nor the sanitizer itself - address
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean exterior of all cooking equipment - freezer and refrigeration units from 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 problemsminorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther
Official Wording
Service Sink (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Ensure the designated mop sink is clean and free from any loose debris - ensure there is an easy access / pathway to the sink
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all remaining dust and debris in the corners of the kitchen and behind all floor equipment
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace missing paper towels at the designated hand sink in the kitchen / prep area - recommending to to replace the broken wall mounted soap dispenser with a' pump soap dispenser" as it is easier access with east replacement
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post ' hand washing only " signage at all designated hand sinks in the kitchen / food prep areas
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipment and loose debris in the kitchen / prep areas
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 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 9, 2024
Failed
10 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official Wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post current copies of your food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site as discussed
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Set up in replacement for the sponges we discussed earlier to clean food contact surfaces
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 590.004/4-101.16-COther
Official Wording
Sponges Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Discontinue the use of sponges to clean any food contact surfaces - it is o.k to use to clean any of the floors - walls and ceilings
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.004/4-201.12-PFood temperature
Official Wording
Food Temperature Measuring Devices (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Provide a food thermometer as we discussed
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 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test kits for chlorine sanitizer on site / nor the sanitizer itself - address
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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean exterior of all cooking equipment - freezer and refrigeration units from 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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all remaining dust and debris in the corners of the kitchen and behind all floor equipment
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace missing paper towels at the designated hand sink in the kitchen / prep area - recommending to to replace the broken wall mounted soap dispenser with a' pump soap dispenser" as it is easier access with east replacement
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Signage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Post ' hand washing only " signage at all designated hand sinks in the kitchen / food prep areas
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove all broken equipment and loose debris in the kitchen / prep areas
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 9, 2024 · Original Source