Cityside

1958 Beacon St, Brighton, MA 02135
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Cityside stretching back to 2022. Cityside was last inspected on Nov 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Cityside's latest score is in line with the Brighton average of 88. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The fins of the baffles above the cookline are damaged or missing; repair or replace.
590.006/6-501.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: The interior of the fryolater cabinets the floors underneath the fryolater cabinets and cookline and the interior of the double door oven are heavily soiled with grease; clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: On the secon floor at the doors that lead to the balcony there is daylight observable at the bottom of the doors when they are closed; repair or replace door sweeps to prevent pest entry and so that daylight is not visible when the doors are closed.
590.006/6-202.15-C
86
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked pasta covered and stored at 65F. PIC divided into two pans and left uncovered to cool completely. Do not cover food until 41F.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Cosumer advisory is incomplete on online menu- add asterix to under cooked eggs and consumer advisory to online menu.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Degraded aluminum foil lining shelf in dry storage under baking soda. Discard foil.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. PIC stated cleaning scheduled for tomorrow.
590.006/6-501.14-C
74
Jul 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous small black flies noted at both bars Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jun 30, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous small black flies noted at both bars Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine with black mold like buildup- Clean properly
590.004/4-601.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water at the cookline- Noted at reinspection
590.003/3-304.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Area of ceiling at the warewashing area with damage- Repair properly Areas of grout between tiles heavily worn allowing water and food soils to accumulate- Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
74
Jun 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer in the low temperature dishwasher was measuring at 0ppm Machine was primed multiple times and was continuing to read at 0ppm chlorine Call was made to have unit serviced at the time of the inspection Establishment shall use disposible tableware until sanitizer is maintained at 50-100ppm in machine 3 bay sink with quats at 300ppm used to clean and sanitize equipment only
590.004/4-501.114-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on the inspection report- Review with staff Reviewed with PIC to implement cleaning schedule for the establishment
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine with black mold like buildup- Clean with proper frequency Numerous pieces of food service equipment including slicers and mandolins with dried on soils- Clean after use
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous small black flies noted at both bars Provide an updated detailed pest control report from a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Squeeze bottles and bulk food containers with no labeling- Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water at the cookline- Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Areas throughout establishment with built up soils and debris Areas include floors throughout- under bars and equipment Under shelving and in walkin units All floor drains
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe below 3 bay sinkis leaking into a pan- Make proper repairs by a licensed plumber
590.005/5-205.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing at cookline- Replace Area of ceiling at the warewashing area with damage- Repair properly Areas of grout between tiles heavily worn allowing water and food soils to accumulate- Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
50
Jun 22, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Please clean the floor under and behind the shelves refrigeration equipment sinks and cooking line. Visibly soiled with dropping and some debris. 6-7-23 As discussed PIC will need to clean the floor and ledge behind shelves and arounf water pipes in warewashing room. Please discusse with pest control to provide note on repairs that should be done while he is putting traps out.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed please have any holes in the walls patch/repaired. Wire shelf in back room by walk ins will need some repair and have pest control monitor. 6-7-23 At this time found wall behind wire shelf by walk not to be repaired yet. PIC stated that it will be address ASAP
590.006/6-101.11-C
90
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC stated that pest control inspects each week on Monday. I found a few areas with a lot of roddent droppings. Please clean and inform pest control of trouble areas. By wire shelf by walk ins in chemical storage room water pipe in warewashing room.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed please have any holes in the walls patch/repaired. Wire shelf in back room by walk ins will need some repair and have pest control monitor.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Please clean the floor under and behind the shelves refrigeration equipment sinks and cooking line. Visibly soiled with dropping and some debris.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace any missing or stained ceiling tiles in kitchen. Tile above ice machine will need to be replaced.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: General cleaning of shelves on cooking line. Peeling tin foil will need to be removed.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed the cutting boards on the cooking line will need to be bleach re-sufaced or replaced.
590.004/4-501.12-C
70
Sep 14, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Rear door with gaps under. Provide a sweep. Patio door with gaps .Repair to fill.
590.006/6-202.15-C
95
May 10, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent stickers expired. Provide current ones.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Apr 11, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Soap dispenser out of order in one of Women Toilet handsinks. Repair or replace.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Can opener with rusted knife. Clean to remove or replace.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent stickers expired. Provide current ones.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards heavily scored and soiled. Resurface and clean properly or repair.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Counters under plastic matts soiled at upper level bar and lower level bar. Clean all properly. Storage shelves near fryolators soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cityside last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cityside on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cityside?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cityside.

How does Cityside compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Cityside most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brighton average of 88.

Has Cityside's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cityside have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cityside 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 Cityside inspected?

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