Angela's Cafe II

1012 Bennington St, East Boston, MA 02128
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Angela's Cafe II appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. Angela's Cafe II was last inspected on Jan 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood contact surfaces”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in East Boston average 91, so Angela's Cafe II trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide disclosure and reminder for Raw/undercooked items on the brunch menu.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tile above the food prep area on the cookline.Repair Repair the floor in the back alley.
590.006/6-501.11-C
86
Dec 15, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Wash gauge on the dish machine not registering any temperature.Repair
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink used as a dump sink.Discontinue
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide disclosure and reminder for Raw/undercooked items on the brunch menu.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand washing sign at the hand sink at the bar.Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tile above the food prep area on the cookline.Repair Repair the floor in the back alley.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Staff personal items stored above the ice bucket at the bar.Remove
590.006/6-501.110-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Visible dust in the bar area.Clean with frequency
590.006/6-501.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Food items stored on the floor in the freezer.Discontinue and store 6 inches above the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted several single use items/food stored under the ceiling without any protection from the contamination.Provide ceiling
590.004/4-903.12-C
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Aug 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level with open gaps and with peeled paint. Repair and paint to seal properly.
590.006/6-201.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of several refrigerating unit soiled. Exterior of cooking line equipment and utility pipes soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored wet on counters . Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Dec 17, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: CFPM certification expired. Provide a current one.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of refrigerating unit at the cooikng line soiled. Clean and sanitize properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on the counter. Store properly in anitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
86
Aug 8, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink filled with soiled utensils. Discontinue use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hot sauces placed in plastic containers with lid waiting to cool. The temperature 180F at this time. Ensure that proper cooling methods are used
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No max temp. irreversible thermometer on site. Provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In-use knifes stored between equipment at prep area. Store properly on a clean/sanitized surface.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several bulk food products without labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths stored soiled on counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Some of the shelves at cooking line soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Large pile with cardboard on lower level. Store properly in containers and put for pick up.
590.006/6-501.114-C
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Apr 25, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine with visible soils / Clean to remove
590.003/3-304.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Several rodent droppings noted in the basement along walls under shelving / Remove shevling from walls and provide a deep clean of the floors and maintain free of droppings / Unclear on exterminations no IPM reports available on site / Contact exterminator for service before compliance inspection and povide IPM reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Remove cardboard from walk in floors
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Oct 4, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Tongs hanging off of the side of the trash / Removed and put in the dishwasher / Discontinue and properly store as described below
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Basement walk in - condensor fan covers with visible dust build up / Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Remove cardboard from walk in floors
590.006/6-101.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in September 2022 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP
590.006/6-201.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Angela's Cafe II last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Angela's Cafe II on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Angela's Cafe II?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Angela's Cafe II.

How does Angela's Cafe II compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Angela's Cafe II most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the East Boston average of 91.

Has Angela's Cafe II's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Angela's Cafe II have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Angela's Cafe II means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Angela's Cafe II inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Angela's Cafe II is inspected around two times per year on average.