Cobblestones
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Cobblestones has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Sanitizing solutions testing devices” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Cobblestones trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
14
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: provide prooer labels to all prepackaged pastries for customer self service
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide test kit for 3 bay sink.(quat) test kit
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Holei n wall under the message board and in hallway to restroom still needs to be properly sealed to be smooth durable and easily cleanable Observed holes in the floor in front of the 2 bay prep sink. Repair floor./possible need of grout upper white door and lower whit door to common hallway/repair doors to remove all access points(door sweeps)
590.006/6-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Exterminator was out today 2/26/26. PIC was able to provide the pest report. Please keep providing a detailed IPM report to the email provided. The pest report needs to be free and clear no activity/no catch/no structural voids or sanitation issued report before the Health Inspection can be finalized. Please have the licensed exterminator increase visits until the issues have been resolved (twice a week three times a week daily).
590.006/6-501.111-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment has 32 seats for customers. Public restroom is located in the basement. The only way to access the restroom is through the food service area. Referred to plumbing. See photos attached.
590.003/3-307.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink/repair sanitizing pump to provide proper mixture of sanitizer and water to test properly per manufacturers instructions
590.005/5-205.15-C
67
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance inside the ice machine. Clean and sanitize the interior and exterior of the ice machine to remove mold like substance and soil. Observed soiled slicer in the basement. Clean slicer to remove soil.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Warewashing equipment determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishmachine W is at 124 and Rinse is at 110-115. Ensure Rinse is at 120. Contact licensed person to come repair gauges or repair the hot water. No test kit provided. Provide
590.004/4-501.116-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dropping inside the milk & sugar sugar station cabinet under shelving in the basement on the bathroom floor. Clean and sanitize floors and inside the cabinet to remove activity. PIC provided a detailed IPM report 1/05/26 and said they were coming out once a month. She stated that she has a new company scheduled for tomorrow am. Provide a detailed IPM report. The pest report needs to be free and clear no activity/no catch/no structural voids or sanitation issued report before the Health Inspection can be finalized. Please have the licensed exterminator increase visits until the issues have been resolved (twice a week three times a week daily). Noticed a vent in the area were the 2 bay sink is located. Please have exterminator look at this and see if this is an entrance for rodents.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels in the towel dispenser next to the window. Provide paper towels. Paper towel dispenser near the stairs is not working. Observed towels on top of the dispenser. Repair or replace dispenser.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Test kit was expired. Provide test kit for 3 bay sink.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: BASEMENT- Observed soiled floors under shelving soiled walls in the prep area soiled walls in the hallway near the bathroom. Clean and sanitize.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a divider located at the front counter that is being held up by tape. Remove tape and repair the holders to ensure that the divider is stable and secure. Observed a hole in the wall under the message board in the basement. Repair wall. Observed missing tiles in the bathroom. Repair the tiles in the basement. Observed loose floor tiles covered by a rug next to the ice machine. Repair tiles. Observed holes in the floor in front of the 2 bay prep sink. Repair floor
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soil on the glass located at the front counter. Clean the inside and outside of the glass. Observed soil inside the drawers and cabinets. Clean interior and exterior of cabinets and drawers and organize. Observed dust on the ceiling vent in the bathroom. Clean to remove Observed dust on the vent fan located in the prep area above slicer. Clean to remove dust. Remove card board boxes off of the shelving in the basement.
590.004/4-602.13-C
52
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salmon retail packaged meal at grab & go case is 49F. Product voluntarily discarded.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Shelf with food on it directly on floor. Elevate by 6".
590.003/3-305.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler floor with exposed metal and what appears to be rust. Clean and resurface with cleanable materials.
590.006/6-101.11-C
78
May 20, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Can of raid on clean equipment storage shelf. COS. Pesticides applied by licensed pest control company only.
590.007/7-201.11-P
(d) and (f) responsibility of permit holder person in charge and conditional employees responsibility of the pic to exclude or restrict (p)
Inspector notes: BPHC reports ill staff confirmed. Food employee was present upon inspection. Corrected on site. Person left establishment. Spoke with DCJ by phone.
590.002/2-201.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Shrimp and rice dish 45F. Product made within two hours removed from service to cool to below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Food employees leaving and entering work areas without washing hands. Retrain staff.
590.002/2-301.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Flies apparent in business. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Insect control devices design and installation (c)
Inspector notes: Fly ribbon hanging from ceiling in basement prep. Remove. Provide contained device.
590.006/6-202.13-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door wider open no screen. Maintain closed or provide screen door.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food employees without hair nets. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
43
Apr 5, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Induction cooktops in use to prepare grease eminating foods on ground level without a commercial vent hood. Electric oven in basement being used to cook bacon Reffered to BFD Lek Moy via electronic mail.
590.006/6-304.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Additional handsink in basement in process of being reinstalled at the time of inspection. Photos to be provided.
590.005/5-205.15-C
90
Mar 28, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment has added bump out station with two electric induction cooktops in the dining area without first scheduling plan review. Notify isdhealth@boston.gov of any physical changes. Contact ISD building and plumbing for any necessary permits for ongoing work in basement with open walls and removed handsink.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink in basement food preparation area next to prep sink has been removed. Reinstall.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Walls have been opened in basement area near prep sink. Provide status of work being completed and timeframe of completion. Provide walls properly constructed. Contact ISD building and plumbing for any necessary permits.
590.006/6-101.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Additional handsink in basement in process of being reinstalled at the time of inspection. Photos to be provided.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Anti-choking
Inspector notes: No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
590.009(E)
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Induction cooktops in use to prepare grease eminating foods on ground level without a commercial vent hood. Electric oven in basement being used to cook bacon Reffered to BFD Lek Moy via electronic mail.
590.006/6-304.11-C
67
Feb 6, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Prep sink in basement does not have an air gap in drain. Install.
590.005/5-203.14-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs at 70F. Maintain at below 45F. Eggs out for one hour returned to refrigeration at below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Online menu missing reminder and disclosure for poached eggs. https://www.cobblestonesboston.com/menu Menu board does not have reminder asterisks or statement for poached eggs. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple packaged retail sandwiches entrees baked goods out for retail sale missing ingredient labels. Provide detailed labels with address of the business ingredients and allergens.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(c)(2) (3) and (17) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC stated no illness policy exists when questioned. Retrain staff. Handout provided.
590.002/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment has added bump out station with induction cooktops in the dining area without first scheduling plan review. Notify isdhealth@boston.gov of any physical changes. No barrier is present between food preparation area and dining room. Install gate or barrier with signage for staff only. Persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation food storage or ware-washing areas except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the PIC if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food clean equipment utensils linens and unwrapped single-service and singleuse articles are protected from contamination;
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Walkin cooler floor with rough unfinished corroded surfaces. Repair. Seal.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Dish machine door does not close properly during cycle. Repair.
590.004/4-501.15-C
Anti-choking
Inspector notes: No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
590.009(E)
43
Oct 30, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate ice cream(soft serve) is listed on the most recent lab report as not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC stating that the machine is cleaned weekly Upon re-inspection on 10.26.23 the bacterial counts were still not in compliance. Discussed with the owner to clean again and re-test Forward results to the Health Division
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Oct 17, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate ice cream(soft serve) is listed on the most recent lab report as not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC stating that the machine is cleaned weekly
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Sep 11, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing paper towels at handsink near window on service line. Replace
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishmachine missing detergent. PIC replaced the detergent and still not will not flow thru the line. Attempted several times to correct issue. PIC informed to discontinue utilizing low temp machine until corrected. 3 compartment sink is available to properly wash rinse and sanitize equipment.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Ready to eat products without ingredients and allergen warnings. Provide on all packaged products in both grab and go cases.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and soils on exterior and interior of both handsinks. Clean to remove. Retrain staff to only utilize handsink for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy soils and spills visisble inside refrigeration units. Clean to remove. Heavy soils on waffle iron. Clean to remove to avoid heavy batter build up. Heavy soils and spills on both rice cookers. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
64
Jun 20, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temperature dish machine in basement tested 0ppm after multiple attempts. Sanitizer observed not properly attached. Person in charge corrected.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Wrapped brownies and smore bars obsevred for retail sale without labels. Provide.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Ice machine in the basement obsevred with soils. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings in basement storage area. Clean and sanitize area. Provide updated pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink only sign needed at basement hand sink. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Employees on production line observed without hair restraints. Provide.
590.002/2-402.11-C
61
Jan 25, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Low temp dish machine 0 PPM of Chlorine PIC called dish washing company during inspection and all ware washing will be performed in the 3 bay sink
590.004/4-501.114-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Access to basement hand sink blocked by shelf and rice cooker - All hand washing will be performed at hand sink at ware washing area
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory on menu for poached eggs
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Kit not complete I provided the written procedures and reviewed during inspection with owner/CFPM/PIC
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Prepackaged foods for customer self service are not labeled
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: No covered waste receptacle
590.005/5-501.17-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments throughout basement prep/ware washing and storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom door is not self closing
590.006/6-202.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary items from basement
590.006/6-501.114-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: No drain board in ware washing area - Drying on wire shelving where the water drips onto the floor
590.004/4-301.13-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking wet food contact equipment in ware washing area
590.004/4-901.11-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Pots pans etc. not inverted
590.004/4-903.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink - Per PIC mop water is dumped in toilet Variance request provided to PIC/owner Establishment opened 2021
590.005/5-203.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution per code - Food prep areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Using sponges
590.004/4-101.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Using milk crates for shelving and storage - Provide proper shelving 6" above the food
590.003/3-307.11-C
32
Oct 21, 2022
Routine
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fly & fruit fly activity in the basement prep/storage locations.Provide full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer set up at the time of inspection.Provide proper sanitizing solution at all work/prep stations. PIC corrected
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(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
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kit. (test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: Low temp dish machine not reading chlorine.Repair Maintain chlorine 50PPM or per manufactures instructions. PIC called for service Staff instructed to use 3 bay sink until repairs are complete Wash /rinse temps testing in compliance
590.004/4-204.117-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Packaged items in the open air display case missing labels. Provide proper labels listing all ingredients.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the hole in the wall under the 3 bay sink. Possible pest access
590.006/6-101.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the exterior top of the dish machine to remove soils. Clean the wall behind the slicer machine-Basement prep Clean the interiors of the 2 energy star upright units-Basement storage Clean the panini machines to remove soils/debris--Upper service location
590.004/4-601.11-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
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the tables & surrounding walls in the lower prep location to remove soils & debris
590.006/6-501.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Staff observed missing hair restarints.Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
43
May 27, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Employees preparing foods in lower level with no evidence of handwashing Sink visibly dry has equipment in it and no handsoap available- Corrected
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on inspection report Review policies and procedures
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous prepared products in grab and go refrigeration with no ingredient/allergen labeling- Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No metal stem thermometer available at the time of the inspection- Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test kits available for chlorine sanitizer in low temperature dishwasher- Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap available at handwashing sink in lower level prep- Corrected
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Products stored below shelving in the walkin and directly on the floor in multiple areas of the establishment Store products as indicated below
590.003/3-305.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Wall on left side of stairs damaged and partially repaired- Finish to make surface smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable Area of ceiling in dry storage with damage and areas that are crumbling- Repair or cover
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cobblestones last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cobblestones on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cobblestones?
Across the inspection record, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cobblestones.
How does Cobblestones compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Cobblestones most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Cobblestones' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cobblestones have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cobblestones means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cobblestones inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cobblestones is inspected around four times per year on average.
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