Inspection
Mar 3, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source
Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
Canteen @ Bhcc
250 Rutherford Av
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
9 inspectionsInspection
Mar 20, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 21, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 21, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 7, 2025
Failed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 17, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Exposed foods out for self service in paper " to go boats" have no covers / barriers for protection - address
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination
Official wording
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Fully cooked foods available for self service on the cooking line are wrapped in aluminum foil but are loose exposing the product in certain areas - remove and wrap correctly to reduce potential contamination
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 590.003/3-601.12-COther
Official wording
Honestly Presented (C)
Inspector’s notes
Discontinue wrapping self service foods in the hot holding unit with Aluminum foil as the edges do not close tightly enough and will open up exposing ready to sections of the product - wrap properly as discussed
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
As stated in the cafeteria cannot sell individually packages items purchased in bulk form from a proper wholesaler that do not have proper labeling to identify the contentents - discontinue practices
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-204.123-COther
Official wording
Vending Machine Doors and Openings (C)
Inspector’s notes
Tighten the flap in the receiving conpartment where products are being dispensed in to - it is very loose where a human ha nd could easiliy get caught up in or compromise a product address
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside of all refrigeration / freezer units where needed from visible food spills
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 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove all unused and / or broken equipment in the rear of the cafeteria
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, Oct 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 7, 2024
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Exposed foods out for self service in paper " to go boats" have no covers / barriers for protection - address
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 590.003/3-306.11-PContamination
Official wording
Food Display-Preventing Contamination by Consumers (P)
Inspector’s notes
Fully cooked foods available for self service on the cooking line are wrapped in aluminum foil but are loose exposing the product in certain areas - remove and wrap correctly to reduce potential contamination
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 contaminationcriticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther
Official wording
Compliance with Food Law (P)
Inspector’s notes
As stated in the cafeteria cannot sell individually packages items purchased in bulk form from a proper wholesaler that do not have proper labeling to identify the contentents - discontinue practices
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean inside of all refrigeration / freezer units where needed from visible food spills
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 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove all unused and / or broken equipment in the rear of the cafeteria
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, Oct 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 2, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Not required
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 6, 2023
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 6, 2023 · Original Source
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