Caffe Lil Italy
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026
95
Score
Caffe Lil Italy has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited six times.
The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Caffe Lil Italy on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being elevated off the floors a minimum of [6] six inchen during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
95
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No food safety certificate on site - cannot use the same one from another " sister " restaurant - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Broken lid on the inside to the ice machine is collecting an accumulation of soils that can lead towards listeria and other bacterial issues - clean on a regular basis to reuce potential contamination - provide manafacturers specifications as discussed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No one in charge on site with proper food safety credentials nor able to answer foopd safety responses - Address immediately
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Expand the area to properly air dry glasses so they are not on top
590.004/4-301.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No food safety certificate on site - cannot use the same one from another " sister " restaurant - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
74
Jul 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Broken lid on the inside to the ice machine is collecting an accumulation of soils that can lead towards listeria and other bacterial issues - clean on a regular basis to reuce potential contamination - provide manafacturers specifications as discussed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: No one in charge on site with proper food safety credentials nor able to answer foopd safety responses - Address immediately
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Expand the area to properly air dry glasses so they are not on top
590.004/4-301.13-C
78
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper menu is missing the consumer advisory for items offered undercooked - address where needed if you plan to continue selling " cooked to order eggs "
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Chlorine test strips on site are wet and compromised - replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No allergen nor current food safety certificates on site - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Clean out the basin of the slop sink after each use
590.005/5-203.13-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue eating and drinking behind the counter when engaging in foo preperation
590.002/2-401.11-C
70
Sep 9, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse activity noted in the side where trash is being stored - address
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink is blocked with soiled utensils - remove and discontinue practices
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace visibly compromised cutting boards where needed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Post above the designated hand sink
590.006/6-301.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors and walls underneath all equipment in the kitchen area from all visible food soillks grease and grime
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copies of both your food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site along with the 2024 health permit
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all foods elevated off the floors of the restaurant when storing as to reduce potential contamination
590.003/3-305.11-C
58
Mar 21, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove compromised wooden cutting board with cracks and lkacwerations
590.004/4-101.17-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a current copy of your food safety certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
90
Mar 14, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No PIC designated on site with credentials -address as discussed
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Discard cutting boards with deep lacerations with much visible food soils - replace as discussed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No chlorine test strips - replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity outside by the trash storage area - address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Rinse out soiled mops after use and store either inside the mop bucket filled with water and bleach - keep elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a current copy of your food safety certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove compromised wooden cutting board with cracks and lkacwerations
590.004/4-101.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all cooking equipment - all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all bulk food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing front barrier for the slop sink as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire facility from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
47
Mar 6, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No chlorine test strips - replace
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Discard cutting boards with deep lacerations with much visible food soils - replace as discussed
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity outside by the trash storage area - address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No PIC designated on site with credentials -address as discussed
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior / exterior of all cooking equipment - all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all bulk food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing front barrier for the slop sink as discussed
590.005/5-203.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire facility from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Rinse out soiled mops after use and store either inside the mop bucket filled with water and bleach - keep elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
52
Sep 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caffe Lil Italy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caffe Lil Italy on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caffe Lil Italy?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Caffe Lil Italy.
How does Caffe Lil Italy compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Caffe Lil Italy most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Caffe Lil Italy's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Caffe Lil Italy have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Caffe Lil Italy 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 Lil Italy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caffe Lil Italy is inspected around four times per year on average.
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