Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk)

800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk), the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “system maintained in good repair”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings on floor behind hot water heater next to three bay sink and on floors behind grease trap. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report posted dated after today's inspection upon re inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink barrier observed damaged.Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Drainpipe observed leaking under the 3 bay sink wash bay.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
90
Dec 29, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor in back of house is soiled. Bottom of freezer has food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Common name-working containers (pf)
Inspector notes: Two bottles of chemicals observed unlabled. Provide
590.007/7-102.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Posted certified food protection manager no longer works at location. Provide updated certificate.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Sep 6, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 3 Bay sink has a small leak in pipe. Repair as necessary.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Back of house floor is sticky and soiled. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.12-C
90
May 3, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at prep hand wash sink. Person in charge corrected.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk)?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk).

How does Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) 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 & Jerry's (Kiosk) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ben & Jerry's (Kiosk) is inspected around two times per year on average.