Ali Baba

99A Cambridge St, Charlestown, MA 02129

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: May 7, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Ali Baba, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 7, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Charlestown restaurant, which scores around 93. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 7, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Backflow prevention (p)

Inspector notes: Food prep sink on site observed missing air gap. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost of install of air gap from a licensed plumber to: inca.prince@boston.gov If an air gap is installed licensed plumber to pull out a permit with ISD plumbing division at 1010 Mass Ave and provide permit # . PIC to label food prep sink and enforce using prep sink to wash produce/ fruits/ veggies instead of using the 3 bay sink

590.005/5-402.11-P

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above multiple containers of prepped foods. Discontinue to prevent cross contamination

590.003/3-302.11-P

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Front of the counter handsink observed blocked/ heavily clutter and not in use. Remove and keep accessible at all time for handwashing only

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: 2 handsinks (warewashing/ dessert room) observed without paper towels. Provide to encourage handwashing (cos)

590.006/6-301.12-PF

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Priority violation noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Large quantity of prep foods stored in multiple cold units observed without date marking. Provide made/ discard date before storing. Per PIC foods were in the cold unit less than 24 hours

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Food temperature measuring devices (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide 7 maintain accessbile

590.004/4-302.12-PF

Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

Inspector notes: Mop sink located inside pastry room observed missing effective enclosure. Provide

590.003/3-307.11-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food items observed stored on the floor inside walkin freezer/cooler and pastry room. Discontinue/ Elevate

590.003/3-305.11-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Food prep sink on site observed not dispensing water. Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Back door observed missing effective door sweep. Install to prevent pest/rodent accessibility PIC to enforce keeping back door closed at all time

590.006/6-202.15-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Several bulk bin storage containers & squeeze bottles observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from orignal containers

590.003/3-302.12-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Observed staff working cookline without proper hair restraint. Provide

590.002/2-402.11-C

Nov 5, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with raw and / or ready to eat foods in the kitchen areas

590.002/2-402.11-C

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: Thereis a tray of baked goods on top of the front counter without any covering / form of a lid - Addressed during inspection

590.003/3-302.11-C

Jul 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 12, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 13, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 11, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 30, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 4, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Raw Eggs sitting over raedy to eat foods store eggs below ready to eat foods

590.003/3-302.11-P

Food labels (pf)

Inspector notes: Cakes puddings parfaits and cookies in cooler and front counter for self service without labels or ingredients supply labels with all ingredients and allergy warning

590.003/3-602.11-PF

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ali Baba last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ali Baba on file is from May 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ali Baba?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ali Baba.

How does Ali Baba compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?

Ali Baba most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Charlestown average of 93.

Has Ali Baba's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Ali Baba have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Ali Baba means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Ali Baba inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ali Baba is inspected around two times per year on average.

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