Blackbird Doughnuts

175 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02114
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Blackbird Doughnuts, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Blackbird Doughnuts on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted ice machine has black mold like spots.Clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted no testing strips for the 3 bay sink sanitizer.Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted floors under the 3 bay sink and in the front area heavily soiled.Clean with frequency
590.006/6-501.12-C
78
Jan 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing paper towels. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing soap. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and smudges on exterior and interior of refrigeration unit. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
78
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 17, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blackbird Doughnuts last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blackbird Doughnuts on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Blackbird Doughnuts compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Blackbird Doughnuts most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Blackbird Doughnuts' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blackbird Doughnuts have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blackbird Doughnuts 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 Doughnuts inspected?

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