Caffe Nero

80 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Caffe Nero stretching back to 2022. On Feb 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance”, showing up two times.

Caffe Nero's latest score of 82 falls below the Boston average of 86. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Remove all unnecessary items from the hand sink area to provide easy access for the staff to wash hands

590.005/5-205.11-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Noted ice scoop stored in contact with the ice.Remove and store in a clean container or handle not touching the ice

590.003/3-304.12-C

Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)

Inspector notes: Noted several staff personal items stored in contact with the single use items in the back storage area/Cookline.Remove and store in a locker

590.006/6-501.110-C

Feb 18, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Remove all unnecessary items from the hand sink area to provide easy access for the staff to wash hands

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Pressure (pf)

Inspector notes: Hot water faucet not operating on hand sink in back prep area repair to operate properly

590.005/5-103.12-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Noted ice scoop stored in contact with the ice.Remove and store in a clean container or handle not touching the ice

590.003/3-304.12-C

Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)

Inspector notes: Noted several staff personal items stored in contact with the single use items in the back storage area/Cookline.Remove and store in a locker

590.006/6-501.110-C

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Pressure (pf)

Inspector notes: Hot water faucet not operating on hand sink in back prep area repair to operate properly

590.005/5-103.12-PF

Dec 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 12, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 31, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy evidence of gnats flying in the rear area around prep sink. Provide updated pest control report via email to shemica.debnam@boston.gov.

590.006/6-501.111-C

Food preparation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed dishwashing liquid on the prep sink for use and suds visible in the prep sink. PIC removed dish soap and was advised to sanitize the prep sink. PIC will retrain staff on proper usage of the prep sink.

590.003/3-305.14-C

Jan 23, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 20, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and smudges on the exterior of all refrigeration units. Clean to remove. Heavy dust build up on exterior of portable ice chest. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-602.13-C

May 2, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Fruit flies seen at time of inspection clean to remove and supply detailed Pest report with findings and recommendations

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)

Inspector notes: 1) Floor drain in back area with debris and soils clean to remove 2) Floor throughout with soils and debris clean to remove

590.006/6-201.12-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caffe Nero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caffe Nero on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caffe Nero?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caffe Nero.

How does Caffe Nero compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Caffe Nero most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Caffe Nero's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Caffe Nero have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Caffe Nero 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 Nero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caffe Nero is inspected around three times per year on average.

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