Caffe Dello Sport
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Caffe Dello Sport, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 29, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proiper hair restraints when working / preparing ready to eats foods including coffee
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units especially around the gaskets to the doors from all visible food spills stains and soils - Clean the counter tops underneath all table top equipment from visible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Mar 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Do not purchase any foods from " Retail stores " [ Market Basket ] for use inside the facility - wholesale facilities only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Discontinuie to use hand sink to place soiled cups and dishes in use the dump sink as discussed
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all clutter and debris from behind the bar
590.006/6-501.114-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post the Managers " Food safety certificate " on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the designated hand sink " Hand washing only "
590.006/6-301.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinuie to use sponges in cleaning food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors walls and ceilings throughout the bar and kitchen prep area from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
61
Dec 13, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Address the consumer advisory as discussed [ all eggs are fully cooked - attach the warning with a disclosure and reminder as discussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace the visibly worn cutting boards where needed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace missing chlorine test kit
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all wooden utensils with splintered edges
590.004/4-101.17-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a copy of the PIC current food safety certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as we discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Set up a clean and segragated area away from soiuled plates and cups to properly air dry
590.004/4-301.13-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Do not store on clean food contact surfaces after use
590.004/4-901.12-C
55
Apr 2, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to use when cleaning counter tops
590.004/4-101.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All employees working with foods shall wear proper hgair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace soiled linens when needed throughout the day
590.002/2-304.11-C
86
Mar 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing chlorine test strips - address
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean all small cutting boards with visible soils - discard all wooden boards that appear compromised with deep lacerations and burn marks
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace soiled linens when needed throughout the day
590.002/2-304.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All employees working with foods shall wear proper hgair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks accordingly with signage stating " Hand washing only"
590.006/6-301.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the entire facility from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to use when cleaning counter tops
590.004/4-101.16-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the splash guards are replaced on the sides of the slop sink
590.005/5-203.13-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure staff are using commercial grade utensils / scoops with handles when dispensing condiments and not plastic cups
590.003/3-304.12-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops and soiled brooms off the floors a minimum of six inches after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff working with foods have on clean outer attire / uniform or aprons when working in the kitchen -
590.002/2-304.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - counter top toasters and machinery - exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No current food safety certificate on site - address as diuscussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
45
Mar 19, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean all small cutting boards with visible soils - discard all wooden boards that appear compromised with deep lacerations and burn marks
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing chlorine test strips - address
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No current food safety certificate on site - address as diuscussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the splash guards are replaced on the sides of the slop sink
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - counter top toasters and machinery - exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks accordingly with signage stating " Hand washing only"
590.006/6-301.14-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Elevate all in use mops and soiled brooms off the floors a minimum of six inches after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the entire facility from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff working with foods have on clean outer attire / uniform or aprons when working in the kitchen -
590.002/2-304.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up accordingly
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure staff are using commercial grade utensils / scoops with handles when dispensing condiments and not plastic cups
590.003/3-304.12-C
52
May 4, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Panini machine with carbon build up clean to remove
590.004/4-602.11-P
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: old equipment and broken pallets in basemnt remove to eliminate harborage
590.006/6-501.114-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Cardboard with spills in 2 door upright fridge at end of service line before stairs to basement remove cardboard to allow a clean smooth durable surface
590.004/4-601.11-C
78
Aug 31, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 27, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold hold of cakes @ 50f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Cold unit for cakes running @ 50f ensure unti running 41f or below
590.003/3-501.15-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caffe Dello Sport last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caffe Dello Sport on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caffe Dello Sport?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Caffe Dello Sport.
How does Caffe Dello Sport compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Caffe Dello Sport most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Caffe Dello Sport's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Caffe Dello Sport have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Caffe Dello Sport 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 Caffe Dello Sport inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caffe Dello Sport is inspected around three times per year on average.
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