Bourbon Street Cafe
Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Bourbon Street Cafe has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 21, 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 six violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Bourbon Street Cafe's 52 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers not washing hands correctly and when hands are contaminated
590.002/2-301.12-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Visable soils on food contact knifes bowls containers etc in clean storage Observed ware washing staff not using dish soap at 3 bay sink
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary articles Using soda crates for shelving
590.006/6-501.114-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses per code
590.003/3-304.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy grease dripping from hood above cooking equipment Build up soils on Walls attachments ceiling attachements floor under and behind all equipment throughout food prep/ware washing storage and serving line Keeping rear door propped open
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Grease bins not covered are heavily soiled with grease and food Ground area under bins is heavily soiled
590.005/5-501.115-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration/freezer units Built up soils on shelving
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn discolored and deep cuts in cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on bottom self of prep table
590.004/4-601.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not inverted
590.004/4-903.11-C1
52
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items in the reach in units missing covers.Provide covers or wrapping during storage.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The Splash guard at the counter handsink is damaged.Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed worn.Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The mop closet door observed damaged.Repair/replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters above the wok station observed soiled.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-202.18-C
78
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Steam table: Chicken 96 F
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Build up os soils on interior of food containers containers foods
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labeled
590.003/3-302.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Cracked and broken light shield in food prep Cracked and broken ceiling tiles
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
Inspector notes: Build up of grease on hood Build up of soils on Floor Walls Ceiling and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing
590.006/6-201.15-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy built up of grease on ground area and grease bin
590.005/5-501.15-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Food contacts pans pots etc not inverted
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitzed pots pans etc.
590.004/4-901.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on shelving throughout Built up soils on exterior of food storage coontainers
590.004/4-602.13-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Build up of soils/grime on cooking equipment fryolators cooking equipment etc throughout
590.004/4-601.11-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Grease bins lids are not closed tight and secured
590.005/5-501.113-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Door gaskets in disrepair all refrigeration and freezer units Turbo refrigeration doors are in disrepair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth buckets are stored on floor
590.003/3-304.14-C
45
Feb 16, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No thin probe food thermometer
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No written instructions (I provided via email to owner and PIC at time of inspection) Kit not complete
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of ice machine and bulk food containers
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Rice scoop stored in standing water
590.003/3-304.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from establishment Using soda and milk crates for shelving - Kitchen/prep/storage
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on exterior of grease trap and pipes - Ware washing/prep area Rust on bottom selves of prep tables
590.006/6-501.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops brooms etc stored upright next to ice machine
590.006/6-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy build up of soils grease debris etc. on floors walls ceiling and all attachments (pipes/hood above cooking line/pipes/etc.) - Kitchen/prep/ware washing
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution in food prep/ware washing areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
55
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters & attached pipes observed soiled with dripping grease.Clean to remove soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 8.9.23.Provide a proper cleaning from a license company.Post new sticker. Owner was contacted & will forward Email appt confirmation. Upon re-inspection owner stating hood to be cleaned on the night of 10.27.23 BFD inspector is aware
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Oct 16, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of roach & mouse activity(droppings) were observed . Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. PIC stating the galleria management is responsible for the pest control.I discussed the issues with the manager in the facilities office.Pest control to be notified of issues and will forward all reports to the Health division. (service is conducted on wednesdays)
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC must monitor all cleaning & repair requirements daily notify facilties & owner of necessary repairs & general maintenence of equipment as needed.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors to remove soils food debris & evidence of dead insects. (PIC is correcting) Clean daily & with more frequency as needed
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 8.9.23.Provide a proper cleaning from a license company.Post new sticker. Owner was contacted & will forward Email appt confirmation.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters & attached pipes observed soiled with dripping grease.Clean to remove soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the wall tiles at the base of the floor behind the bulk rice bin.Re-grout as needed to prevent possible pest access.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the wall behind the rear prep table to remove built up soils.Resurface as needed
590.006/6-201.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of dead roaches were observed near the grease trap.Clean to remove Address with pest control company
590.006/6-501.112-C
61
May 11, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 10.12.22.Provide proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker Upon re-inspection PIC states appt is on 3.21.23 Upon re-inspection on 4.3.21 spoke to the owner via telephone hood company cancelled awaiting new appt will refer to BFD inspector PIC calling for new appt and will forward appt confirmation
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 10.12.22.Provide proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker Upon re-inspection PIC states appt is on 3.21.23 Upon re-inspection on 4.3.21 spoke to the owner via telephone hood company cancelled awaiting new appt will refer to BFD inspector PIC calling for new appt and will forward appt confirmation
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Fried rice 120F Chicken wings 118F for 20-30 min per PIC.Maintain hot holding 135F or above. PIC remove to reheat to proper temp and hold 135F or above Discussed hot holding with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live cockroach observed at the rear prep location mouse droppings at the storage location under dunnage racks.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize locations
590.006/6-501.111-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In use cooks utensils observed stored in stagnate water.Discontinue Properly store in use utensils clean & dry in cool running water or water held 135F or above
590.003/3-304.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters observed with dripping grease above the wok station.Clean to remove excess grease
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 10.12.22.Provide proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.Post new sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the exterior of the mop closet and rear exit doors to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors under the cook line equipment to remove built up grease.
590.006/6-501.13-C
61
Jul 15, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 2.2.22.Provide proper hood cleaning.Post new sticker PIC calling for appt Manager stating upon re-inspection appt has been delayed will confirm new appt date
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jul 5, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 2.2.22.Provide proper hood cleaning.Post new sticker PIC calling for appt Manager stating upon re-inspection appt has been delayed will confirm new appt date
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jun 17, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the dunnage rack beside the cook line to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface/Remove the peeling paint from the ceiling near the rear door
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 2.2.22.Provide proper hood cleaning.Post new sticker PIC calling for appt
590.006/6-501.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters soiled with built up grease.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-202.18-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bourbon Street Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bourbon Street Cafe on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bourbon Street Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Bourbon Street Cafe.
How does Bourbon Street Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Bourbon Street Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Bourbon Street Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bourbon Street Cafe have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bourbon Street Cafe 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 Bourbon Street Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bourbon Street Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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