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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Flat Black Coffee Co. Ltd.

1170 Washington St

Last inspected Sep 23, 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

15 inspections

Inspection

Sep 23, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed high small fly activity in the rear warewashing area. Provide an updated pest control report. Clean to remove soils.

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 insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy debris stored in the rear room. Remove and discard to avoid pest activity.

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 issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 8, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

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

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing Servesafe Certificate. Provide a copy via email and post as required.

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
notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Allergen certificate missing. Provide and post

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 1, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Allergen certificate missing. Provide and post

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing Servesafe Certificate. Provide a copy via email and post as required.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 27, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 27, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 14, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Muffins and cake out on counter next to register without labels / Employees unable to identify ingredients if asked by customer / Provide labels with ingredients ar or access to ingredients list at register for employee reference

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 problems

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

Inspection

Mar 6, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Muffins and cake out on counter next to register without labels / Employees unable to identify ingredients if asked by customer / Provide labels with ingredients ar or access to ingredients list at register for employee reference

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 6, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

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

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

Jun 27, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 27, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 21, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

2024 health permit has not been paid for / Please make payment ASAP

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 21, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 16, 2024

Hearing scheduled

1 recorded violation

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

2024 health permit has not been paid for / Please make payment ASAP

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 6, 2024

Failed

1 recorded violation

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

2024 health permit has not been paid for / Please make payment ASAP

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 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

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

Nov 21, 2023

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2023 · Original Source

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