Dandelion Coffee & Provisions

70 Rowes Wh, Boston, MA 02110
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions, the earliest from 2025. On Apr 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around three violations to closer to zero violations per visit over the last few inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Dandelion Coffee & Provisions' latest score of 100 sits above the Boston average of 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Open ceiling above beverage preparation area. Install cleanable ceiling according to plan review or apply for a variance with ceiling cleaning schedule.
590.006/6-101.11-C
95
Apr 4, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Open ceiling above beverage preparation area. Install cleanable ceiling according to plan review or apply for a variance with ceiling cleaning schedule.
590.006/6-101.11-C
95
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No allergen statement on menu. Provide.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory for "rare wagu roast beef" on menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Dishwasher in coffee area inoperable. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Open ceiling above beverage preparation area. Install cleanable ceiling according to plan review or apply for a variance with ceiling cleaning schedule.
590.006/6-101.11-C
74
Mar 13, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No allergen statement on menu. Provide.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory for "rare wagu roast beef" on menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Open ceiling above beverage preparation area. Install cleanable ceiling according to plan review or apply for a variance with ceiling cleaning schedule.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Dishwasher in coffee area inoperable. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-501.15-C
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dandelion Coffee & Provisions last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions?

Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions.

How does Dandelion Coffee & Provisions compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Dandelion Coffee & Provisions most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Dandelion Coffee & Provisions' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dandelion Coffee & Provisions means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.