Dudley Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
90
Score
Dudley Cafe has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food storage containers identified with common name of food”, which has been cited three times.
Dudley Cafe's latest score of 90 sits above the Roxbury average of 83. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the contents of all bulk food containers where needed [ rice- pasta- corn starch- sugar - flour ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment and all counter top / shelving units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
90
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
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Standards-quality (p)
Inspector notes: Several homemade individually packaged on site yogurt parfaits are visibly compromised and out dated - removed during inspection
590.005(B)/5-102.11-P
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughoput the entire facility from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copy of on site managers food safety certificate as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the contents of all bulk food containers where needed [ rice- pasta- corn starch- sugar - flour ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Standards of identity (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the allergens most common with thew bakery products being sold at the front counter
590.003/3-601.11-C
Other forms of information (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify refrigeration units [ that are exposed to the public / customers ] that they are not for consumer use and that it is only available for staff of the restaurant [ lock if necessary ] public should not have access to commercial foods being sold at the facility
590.003/3-602.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment and all counter top / shelving units from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Discard all wooden utensils with cracked edges and burn marks
590.004/4-201.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the wite air vents located above the bakery case from visible dirt dust and debris
590.006/6-201.16-C
55
Oct 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed filters dusty on ice machine. Clean to remove all dust
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bulk containers without identified labels. Provide label with the common name of food product stored
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic cups used for bulk scooping. Provide handled scoopers for all bulk dispensing
590.003/3-304.12-C
82
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 20, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed yogurt parfaits stored in open air case @ 60F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC closed open air drapes and stored food closer to the back of cooler. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
86
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed grab and go food item stored @ 60F in open air case. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed. Instructed PIC to store closer to cooling vents.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed grab and go items stored in open air case without labels. Properly label food items to include ingredients.
590.003/3-602.11-PF
78
Feb 16, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food items stored in refrigerated unit @ 50F . Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. Preparer stated food items were just made and placed in unit. PIC replaced food items with other food items @ 41F and below. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed refrigerated unit at sandwich station not properly operating at this time. PIC stated replacement unit will be delivered within 1 Hr. Instructed PIC to store food products in additional refrigerated units.
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Oct 7, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 28, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dudley Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dudley Cafe on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dudley Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food storage containers identified with common name of food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dudley Cafe.
How does Dudley Cafe compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Dudley Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Dudley Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dudley Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dudley Cafe 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 Dudley Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dudley Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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