Ben & Jerrys

200 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, MA 02109

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Ben & Jerrys has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Ben & Jerrys was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The pattern that stands out is “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 86, putting Ben & Jerrys squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Noted display freezer has visible dust on the back area.Clean

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Noted the floor ledge behind the display has visible dust.Clean with frequency

590.006/6-501.12-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Noted a small hole in the window lrdge in the back storage area.Repair to prevent pest entry

590.006/6-202.15-C

Dec 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 6, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Droppings found in back storage area in right corner clean to remove Seal the few small holes found near the piping and the wall

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: Floors in corner under the shelving with soils and debris clean to remove

590.006/6-201.12-C

Jan 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 19, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy ice build up inside walk in freezer unit on the floor the plastic panels and products. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-501.11-C

Apr 20, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Handsink near 3 compartment sink missing hand soap. Provide

590.006/6-301.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: PIC not monitoring availability of handsoap at all times. Retrain staff to monitor properly.

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy soils on exterior of refrigeration and walk in freezer equipment. Clean to remove Food soils and spills around the fudge heating unit. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Oct 19, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy ice build up in the walk in floor around fan and on the plastic shields. Clean to remove and repair.

590.004/4-501.11-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food debris and spills on top and under back cabinets and refrigeration units. Clean to remove

590.004/4-602.13-C

Apr 13, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben & Jerrys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben & Jerrys on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ben & Jerrys?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ben & Jerrys.

How does Ben & Jerrys compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Ben & Jerrys most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.

Has Ben & Jerrys' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ben & Jerrys have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ben & Jerrys 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 Ben & Jerrys inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ben & Jerrys is inspected around two times per year on average.

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