Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA
220 Clarendon St
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Inspection
1 recorded violation
No wording provided in the official record.
Please post 2026 Health Permit.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Warewashing hand sink has a temp AC unit hooked up to it. Remove/relocate. Staff able to wash hands at front handsink.
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 problemsMechanical-Ventilation (C)
Temp HVAC unit in place. Make all necessary repairs to the HVAC system.
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, Jun 23, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Warewashing sink has a temp AC unit hooked up to it. Remove/relocate. Staff able to wash hands at front handsink.
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 problemsMechanical-Ventilation (C)
Temp HVAC unit in place. Make all necessary repairs to the HVAC system.
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, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Food warmer door latch does not close properly. Repair.
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 issuesSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
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 issuesNo wording provided in the official record.
2024 Health permit is posted. Post current 2025 Health permit
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
3 recorded violations
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Food warmer door latch does not close properly. Repair.
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 issuesSystem Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
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 issuesNo wording provided in the official record.
2024 Health permit is posted. Post current 2025 Health permit
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
2 recorded violations
System Maintained in Good Repair (P)
Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
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 issuesNo wording provided in the official record.
2024 Health permit is posted. Post current 2025 Health permit
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Storage of Soiled Linens (C)
Multiple bags of soiled linens in back area next to hand sink. Remove.
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
1 recorded violation
Storage of Soiled Linens (C)
Multiple bags of soiled linens in back area next to hand sink. Remove.
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 issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
The three compartment sink is not setup. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperature.
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink in warewashing area obstructed with cases of water. COS. Handwashing practices satisfactory.
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 problemsNo wording provided in the official record.
Post current 2024 Health Permit.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingNo wording provided in the official record.
Website https://insomniacookies.com/menu/bostonbackbay is missing allergen statement. Provide. Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer's allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
4 recorded violations
Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
The three compartment sink is not setup. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperature.
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 problemsUsing a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Handsink in warewashing area obstructed with cases of water. COS. Handwashing practices satisfactory.
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 problemsNo wording provided in the official record.
Website https://insomniacookies.com/menu/bostonbackbay is missing allergen statement. Provide. Notice on printed menus and menu boards. Such food establishments shall include on all printed menus and menu boards a clear and conspicuous notice requesting a customer to inform the server before placing an order about the customer's allergy to a major food allergen. The notice shall state: Before placing your order please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingNo wording provided in the official record.
Post current 2024 Health Permit.
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 6, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source