Blackbird

100 Holton St, Brighton, MA 02135

American

Last inspected: Oct 17, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Blackbird has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 17, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “warewashing machine data plate operation specifications” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Brighton average 88, so Blackbird is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 17, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 29, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Outdoor walking and driving surfaces graded to drain (c)

Inspector notes: Parking lot with several potholes and standing water. Resurface.

590.006/6-202.19-C

Dec 18, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 7, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Warewashing machine data plate operation specifications (c)

Inspector notes: Door is not closing tight and rust on interior of unit door Per PIC all ware washing has been being performed in the 3 bay sink in the back ware washing area

590.004/4-204.113-C

Mar 3, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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When to wash (p)

Inspector notes: Observed food handler in retail area did not wash their hands before donning on clean gloves I provided hand washing and glove use training materials at previous inspections and today's

590.002/2-301.14-P

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

Inspector notes: Multiple priorty priority foundation and core violations noted on inspection (see complete inspection for details Proof that the PIC is not overseeing date to day operations take immediate corrective action when needed and train all employees in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Hot water at hand sinks - Bathroom Retail serving counter and ware washing areas is at 54 F Hot water at 3 bay sink is 54 F Plumber called by PIC

590.005/5-103.11-PF

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No written procedures for the responding to and clean up of incidents No kit I provided and review this requirement at previous inspection and today's inspection PIC was taking correct action during inspection

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Warewashing machine data plate operation specifications (c)

Inspector notes: Door is not closing tight and rust on interior of unit door Per PIC all ware washing has been being performed in the 3 bay sink in the back ware washing area

590.004/4-204.113-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Dry soiled wiping cloth on counter top - behind counter

590.003/3-304.14-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Dust build up on wall vent at retail counter area

590.006/6-201.11-C

Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)

Inspector notes: Stacking wet equipment in ware washing area This area is also being used by the retail area due to the dishwasher behind the counter area is out of service for repair

590.004/4-901.11-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Built up soils on door gaskets door handlers of refrigeration/freezer units on Retail food counter area

590.004/4-602.13-C

Drain boards (c)

Inspector notes: Small drain board does not accomodate all air drying needs. This area is also being used by the retail area due to the dishwasher behind the counter area is out of service for repair

590.004/4-301.13-C

Apr 11, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No written procedures and kit not complete

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Toilet room receptacle covered (c)

Inspector notes: No cover for waste receptacle in bathroom

590.005/5-501.17-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior encrusted soils on door gaskets of 2 door refrigeration

590.004/4-602.13-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blackbird last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blackbird on file is from Oct 17, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blackbird?

Across the inspection record, “warewashing machine data plate operation specifications” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blackbird.

How does Blackbird compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Blackbird most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Blackbird's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blackbird have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blackbird 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 Blackbird inspected?

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

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