Boston Yacht Haven

87 Commercial Wharf, Boston, MA 02110

American

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Boston Yacht Haven has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to four violations per visit.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Boston Yacht Haven on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)

Inspector notes: Replace all compromised cutting boards with deep lacerations where needed

590.004/4-202.11-PF

Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide

590.004/4-302.13-PF

Wood use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Discard all wooden utensils with splintered burnt edges where needed

590.004/4-101.17-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Set up as discussed

590.003/3-304.14-C

Drain boards (c)

Inspector notes: Enlarge this area so large pots can properly air dry

590.004/4-301.13-C

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Vents in the hood with heavy grease deposits need to be removed and soaked overnight as discussed

590.004/4-202.18-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: All food handlers need to wear proper hair restraints as discussed

590.002/2-402.11-C

Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)

Inspector notes: Enlarge the area for staff to properly change as discussed

590.006/6-501.110-C

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the floors walls and ceilings behind and throughout the cooking equipment / kitchen areas from all visible soils

590.006/6-101.11-C

Grease trap(c)

Inspector notes: Clean to remove rust and obnoxious odors

590.005/5-402.12-C

Service sink (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the broken barriers on the sides - maintain clean after use

590.005/5-203.13-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all cooking eqipment - exterior of all cooking equipment from visible food spills stains and soils

590.004/4-602.13-C

Apr 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 1, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 19, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 13, 2022

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Hand sink being used as a dump sink at cookng area ensure hand wash only

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: No hand soap at hand sink at cooking area supply

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: no signage at hamd wash sink at cooking line supply

590.006/6-301.14-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boston Yacht Haven last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boston Yacht Haven on file is from Apr 16, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Boston Yacht Haven compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Boston Yacht Haven most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Boston Yacht Haven's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Boston Yacht Haven have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Boston Yacht Haven means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Boston Yacht Haven inspected?

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

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