Clover
Last inspected: May 14, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Clover has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Clover was last inspected on May 14, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
“Equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
May 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of refrigeration unit observed soiled by visible food build up visible hand prints exterior of bulk bins observed heavily soiled from food spills exterior and nozzle of the hot water dispenser observed soiled with build up cook range observed soiled with dry food encrust. Clean and sanitize all surface.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Build up soils observed on walls and attachments and on floors and attachments under and behind all equipments in between equipments exterior of fryolators walls at the hansinks prep sinks and warewashing backsplash. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood system observed expired: March 4th 2025. Provide update sticker from a licensed hood cleaner
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Both kitchen handsinks observed with build up soils. Clean and sanitze to remove.
590.006/6-501.18-C
70
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food handlers and staff not changing single use gloves multitasking. • Gloves are task specific and should NEVER be worn continuously. They get contaminated just as bare hands do so change them out frequently. • Wash your hands properly in between these changes i.e. (a 20 second scrub with soap warm water and don’t forget to dry off with a clean paper towel).
590.003/3-304.15-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of bulk food containers Built up residue in food prep sink holding cut potatoes
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser not operating Corrected on site by PIC
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired in June 2024
590.004/4-301.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Cracked and broken food containers lids etc.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floors and attachments under and behind equipment - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage areas Built up soils on walls and attachments - Kitchen/prep/ware washing/storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior/exterior of refrigeration freezer units Built up soils on exterior of ice machine
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils food residue grease on fryolators interior/exterior cabinets sides back etc.
590.004/4-602.12-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Lighting in bathroom not working - Employees and customers using the 2 other bathrooms Lighting in ice machine room not working
590.006/6-303.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food preparation (c)
Inspector notes: Cut potatoes stored in water in food prep sink Provide Standard Operating Procedures for the prep of cut potatoes for review and approval
590.003/3-305.14-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Draws on 2 draw refrigeration units not closing properly
590.004/4-501.11-C
45
Mar 28, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers handling equipment utensils different food items leaving and returning to work station wearing same disposable gloves Hand out provided to PIC during inspection and PIC started taking corrective actions
590.003/3-304.15-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not washing hand between tasks. Entering the work station.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No written instructions - Provided during inspection - PIC cannot print on premises Kit missing Face shield Mask Hair covers Caution tape Absorbant materials
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of bulk containers Built up soils on interior and exterior of both ice machine
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Both hand sinks in prep and ware washing areas do not have signage reminding employees to wash hands
590.006/6-301.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Cooking equipment stored on top of ice machine - Cooking line
590.003/3-307.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Chipped food containers Tape on large bin (Flour bin)
590.004/4-101.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn cutting boards - Prep area
590.004/4-501.12-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitized equipment in ware washing area
590.004/4-901.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: No light in ice machine closet
590.006/6-303.11-C
45
Sep 21, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior white panel of the ice machine to remove soils in the closet next to the electrical room.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light bulb out above the cook line.Replace
590.006/6-303.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing sneeze guard at the counter coffee station.
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Jan 18, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior panel of the ice machine observed with soils.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Posted (yellow) hood sticker reading expired on 8.10.22.Provide proper hood cleaning from a licensed company.post new sticker. PIC stating that it has been cleaned and has provided an invoice. Post correct sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Posted certified food protection manager no longer works at this store.Provide full time employees current certificate.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Jul 14, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor/wall next to the 3 bay to remove soils/spills.
590.006/6-501.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clover last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clover on file is from May 14, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clover?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Clover.
How does Clover compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Clover most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Clover's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clover have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Clover 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 Clover inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Clover is inspected around three times per year on average.
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