Emmanuel College
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Emmanuel College has 16 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 9, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Emmanuel College's latest score of 58 falls below the Boston average of 86. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent droppings on floor under and around soda box storage - Provided IPM report and full extermination prior to reinspection (information attached)
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: 2 paper towel dispensers empty - Corrected on site by PIC
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: 2 hand sinks without hand cleanser - Corrected on site
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution in food prep and ware washing areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitizer food contacts in ware washing area
590.004/4-901.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Replace work ice buckets
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Soil built on walls up under and behind high temp dish machine - Ware washing Built up soils on floor in soda box storage Built up soils on ceiling tiles and vents in dining room
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rusted shelving in dry/paper storage room Walls in disrepair in catering closet
590.006/6-501.11-C
58
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Pans at saute station being washed in bucket of standing water with brush after use. Discontinue. Wash/rinse/sanitize/ air dry.
590.004/4-602.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Worker observed preparing cut vegetables removing gloves leaving work area to discard scraps and return to work area without first washing hands. Corrected on site.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings under equipment in bake shop. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon re inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller inoperable. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Door gasket on walkin cooler broken. Replace. Unit is holding at below 41F. 41F.
590.004/4-501.11-C
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Cooked pasta @ 100F cooling in deep plastic wrapped container. Product made with the hour. COS. Placed into ice bath to cool.
590.003/3-501.15-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Staff member working sandwich station with rash on hands and open cuts. Employee sent home by PIC per employee health policy.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and disinfect employee locker rooms of visible soils soda syrup room with soils on floors cookline with visible soils and food debris under equipment. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Apr 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent activity observed at the outside trash shed location(droppings) Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Upon re-inspection Pest control report stating captures in the kitchen. Provide additional pest service & monitor
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Apr 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent activity observed at the outside trash shed location(droppings) Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Upon re-inspection Pest control report stating captures in the kitchen. Provide additional pest service & monitor
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the outside trash location to remove food & trash debris.
590.005/5-501.115-C
86
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There was evidence of rodent activity observed at the outside trash shed location(droppings) Fruit/drain flies activity in the soda syrup dispensing room Provide a full IPM report upon re-inspection. Clean floors to remove evidence of soils/droppings & monitor for activity
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior of the outdoor compost shed to remove evidence of rodent droppings debris & soils
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the outside trash location to remove food & trash debris.
590.005/5-501.115-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: There is a leaking pipe at the dirty wares drop off station.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the dunnage racks to remove soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed stored on the floor.Elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor during storage.
590.003/3-305.11-C
70
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Conveyor not working - Facilities notified and part on order All ware washing will be performed 3 bay sink with quats
590.004/4-501.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Walls in disrepair at hand sink in grill area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Sautee prep and pasta display exposed to customer/contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 large mixer stands rusted one with tape on it - Resurface Pizza prep refrigeration unit not working - Observed food handler storing TCS foods unrefrigerated
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Dec 13, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with out washing hands (Repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Repeat violation* Cold holding TCS foods must maintain 41 F or below Provide proper refrigeration of all cold TCS foods I have reviewed proper storage of TCS foods at all inspections throughout 2024 Cut tomatoes 48 F Turkey deli meat 49 F
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station andresuming duties with not changing single use gloves (repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email Single use gloves for one task discarded when damaged soiled
590.003/3-304.15-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Grab and Go - Prepacked food not labeled (repeat violation)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple Priority Priority foundation core and repeat violations noted on inspection PIC must oversee day to day operations and take immediate corrective action All employees must be properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties by the certified food protection manger to enuse establishment operates in compliance with the food code. (food code food safety/training etc provided at each initial inspection throughout 2024.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 2 large mixer stands rusted one with tape on it - Resurface Pizza prep refrigeration unit not working - Observed food handler storing TCS foods unrefrigerated
590.004/4-501.11-C
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Conveyor not working - Facilities notified and part on order All ware washing will be performed 3 bay sink with quats
590.004/4-501.15-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Exposed non TCS foods for customer self service Sautee prep and pasta display exposed to customer/contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on cooking equipment and attachments (Grill and Main kitchen)
590.004/4-602.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of refrigeration units - Grill food service lines kitchen/prep
590.004/4-602.13-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitized equipment - ware washing area
590.004/4-901.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floor under and behind equipment - Grill/pizza/pasta/prep/ware washing/storage areas Built up soils on walls and attachments - Grill/pizza/pasta/prep/ware/storage washing/bakery areas Built up soils on ceiling in bakery
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Walls in disrepair at hand sink in grill area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Cracked food containers - Ware washing and storage areas
590.004/4-101.11-C
33
Nov 18, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salad bar - Food items on ice Mixed Greens 52 F Deli - Food items stored above ice and fill line Ham 52 F Cut tomatoes 54 F
590.003/3-501.16-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with out washing hands (Repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via emailed
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with not changing single use gloves (repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email
590.003/3-304.15-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Grab and Go - Pasta and sauces not labeled (repeat violation)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Walls in disrepair at hand sink in grill area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Door on unit not aligned 2 large mixer stands rusted one with tape on it - Resurface
590.003/3-307.11-C
52
Oct 11, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salad bar - Food items on ice (2) Cream cheeses 47 F & 47 F Deli - Food items stored above ice and fill line Ham 49 F Cut tomatoes 58 F
590.003/3-501.16-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with out washing hands (Repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via emailed
590.002/2-301.14-P
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: No indirect plumbering on food prep sink
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with not changing single use gloves (repeat violation) PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email
590.003/3-304.15-P
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Scooped ice cream area does not have a hand sink (cited on previous inspection and ice cream station removed at that time and placed back after previous inspection (repeat violation)
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Grab and Go - Pasta and sauces not labeled (repeat violation)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Food all new food processes/work station the PIC shall notify ISD - Health Division (repeat violation) Multiple Priority Priority foundation and core violation noted on inspection
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls and floor in food prep/ware washing/storage etc
590.006/6-201.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Notes:Walls in disrepair at hand sink in grill area Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair Notes:Several hand washing sinks hot water is between 84 F to 88 F Facilities on site addressing hot water issue Corrected during inspection - hot water is not at 108 F
590.006/6-501.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution (food prep ware washing area) (repeat violation)
590.003/3-304.14-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Pizza prep: Refrigeration unit 55 F Door on unit not aligned 2 large mixer stands rusted one with tape on it - Resurface No use utensil signs at self service area
590.003/3-307.11-C
32
Mar 1, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Dessert bar - Exposed foods Pop up bar - Exposed foods Pasta Station - Exposed foods
590.003/3-306.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with out washing hands PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via emailed
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with not changing single use gloves PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email
590.003/3-304.15-P
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Hand soap and sanitizer stored above clean equipment - Ware washing
590.007/7-201.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Grab and Go - Pasta and sauces not labeled
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible measuring device for high temp dish machine
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Newly added ice cream area does not have a hand sink
590.005/5-204.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Food all new food processes/work station the PIC shall notify ISD - Health Division Multiple Priority Priority foundation and core violation noted on inspection
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops stored in water - Dip well not working
590.003/3-304.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments - Prep/ware washing/serving lines
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labled
590.003/3-302.12-C
30
Feb 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker at the grill station observed expired on 8.22.23.PIC stating is was done. Provide a current sticker & invoice
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Feb 21, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Dessert bar - Exposed foods Pop up bar - Exposed foods Pasta Station - Exposed foods
590.003/3-306.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with out washing hands PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via emailed
590.002/2-301.14-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple food handlers/staff leaving and returning to work station and resuming duties with not changing single use gloves PIC started taking corrective action during inspection and I provided training materials via email
590.003/3-304.15-P
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Hand soap and sanitizer stored above clean equipment - Ware washing
590.007/7-201.11-P
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Newly added ice cream area does not have a hand sink
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible measuring device for high temp dish machine
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Grab and Go - Pasta and sauces not labeled
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Food all new food processes/work station the PIC shall notify ISD - Health Division Multiple Priority Priority foundation and core violation noted on inspection
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labled
590.003/3-302.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on floor walls ceiling and attachments - Prep/ware washing/serving lines
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops stored in water - Dip well not working
590.003/3-304.12-C
30
Oct 30, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors under/around the fryers to remove grease/soils Clean the floor under the continental upright unit to remove evidence of mouse droppings
590.006/6-501.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker at the grill station observed expired on 8.22.23.PIC stating is was done. Provide a current sticker & invoice
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Oct 2, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of mouse droppings under the storage shelving & beside the continental refrigeration unit at the grill station.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize the affected locations
590.006/6-501.111-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
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors under/around the fryers to remove grease/soils Clean the floor under the continental upright unit to remove evidence of mouse droppings
590.006/6-501.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker at the grill station observed expired on 8.22.23.PIC stating is was done. Provide a current sticker & invoice
590.006/6-501.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink observed clogged.Repair 3 bay sink observed leaking.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
70
Feb 14, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters at the bakery location soiled with dust build up cook line above char broiler with grease.Clean to remove soils & grease. Clean with more frequency as needed.
590.004/4-202.18-C
95
Nov 22, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor in the soda syrup room to remove soils & sticky residue
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the excess water from the dish room floor.Maintain floor clean & dry
590.006/6-501.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the leaking soda syrup dispensing hose.
590.004/4-501.11-C
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Emmanuel College last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Emmanuel College on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Emmanuel College?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Emmanuel College.
How does Emmanuel College compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Emmanuel College most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Emmanuel College's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Emmanuel College have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Emmanuel College 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 Emmanuel College inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Emmanuel College is inspected around five times per year on average.
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