Citra a Fresh Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
52
Score
Going back to 2022, Citra a Fresh Cafe has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 20, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
The pattern that stands out is “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability”, which has been cited four times.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Citra a Fresh Cafe on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed not hand washing during inspection Observed food handler donning on clean glove without washing hand
590.002/2-301.14-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler dumping liquids into hand sink
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: No full time on site certified food protection manager
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler not wearing hair restraint
590.002/2-402.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Exposed wooden surface on window sill
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floors walls attachments and ceilings throughout
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Old labels on clean food contact surfaces in storage
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In use utensils stored on top of lids with food residue on them
590.003/3-304.12-C
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Sep 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean bottles containers etc in storage with old labels on them
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Walls and attachments chipped paint including pipe and wall vent behind equipment
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of all refrigeration units
590.004/4-202.16-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: No plugs for 3 bay sink - Using disposable gloves as drain plugs
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No theremometer in open front Grab and Go refrigeration units - Customer Self Service
590.004/4-204.112-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floors walls and attachments prep/serving line Built up soils on wire shelving
590.006/6-201.11-C
70
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Single-service and single-use articles-use limitations (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all cardboard from the wire rack shelving unit.
590.004/4-502.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the bread freezer to remove food debris.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk containers in the storage room.
590.003/3-302.12-C
86
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No service sink - PIC stated mop water is dumped in 3 bay sink - Discontinue Variance approved to use mop sink in Medical building on site
590.005/5-203.13-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: No food prep sink - Making salads and fruit salad Variance to use middle bay approved
590.003/3-305.14-C
90
Jan 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test kit for sanitizing solution
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Loose ceiling tiles in seating area and storage room
590.006/6-501.11-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: No food prep sink - Making salads and fruit salad
590.003/3-305.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: No "Use Utensil" sign at bake goods cabinet - Customer self service
590.003/3-307.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Clean equipment above 3 bay sink not inverted
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No service sink - PIC stated mop water is dumped in 3 bay sink - Discontinue
590.005/5-203.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on ceiling fixtures and walls/attachements behind equipment - Prep/ware washing areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No signage reminding employees to wash hands at hand sink - back area near upright refrigeration units
590.006/6-301.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Personal items stored in food and food container storage Unnecessary articles stored in storage room (storage room cluttered) Using milk and soda crates for shelving and storage - Ware washing/prep area
590.006/6-501.114-C
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Dec 6, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the ceiling tiles above the prep counter to remove soils.
590.006/6-201.11-C
95
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink observed with a clogged drain.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Wall molding observed missing/damaged under the dish room handsink & rear storage shelving.Repair
590.006/6-101.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the metal grates under the handwash sink to remove soils/spills.
590.004/4-601.11-C
86
Aug 22, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mouse droppings observed at several locations. Provide pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor beside the rear true upright freezer to remove evidence of mouse droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the wall heating unit cover & ledge next to 3 bay sink to remove soils.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk storage containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Citra a Fresh Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Citra a Fresh Cafe on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Citra a Fresh Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Citra a Fresh Cafe.
How does Citra a Fresh Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Citra a Fresh Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Citra a Fresh Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Citra a Fresh Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Citra a Fresh 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 Citra a Fresh Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Citra a Fresh Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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