Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel

700 Atlantic Av, Boston, MA 02111

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 2, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Top of ice cream machine observed with soils. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Pretzel hot dog in warming unit at 120F. Employee removed. Ensure all hot foods are held 135F or above.

590.003/3-501.16-P1

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towels at hand sink. Provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: No thermometer observed in low boy refrigerator in production area. Provide.

590.004/4-204.112-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Spillage and food debris in slush area. Clean to remove soils.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Mar 26, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 21, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 16, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 22, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Provide better storage of personal belongings. Keep personal items stored away from suppplies stored in the kitchen.

590.006/6-501.114-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Keep all wipig cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Jun 2, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Sliding top of ice bin with spills. Clean and maintain to prevent possible contamination of ice and beverages

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Sponges use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Sponges observed at 3 compartment sink. Discard sponges and discontinue using on food contact surfaces. Residual moisture allows sponges to harbor pathogens.

590.004/4-101.16-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Dust and debris under shelves in basement storage area. Clean to avoid attracting pests.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Soiled cardboard observed lining basement two door cooler shelf. Discard and discontinue using cardboard on shelves. Use materials that are cleanable durable and non-absorbent.

590.004/4-101.19-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel.

How does Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel 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 Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Auntie Anne's Pretzels/ Carvel is inspected around two times per year on average.

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