Gillette Cafeteria

1 Gillette Pk, South Boston, MA 02127
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Gillette Cafeteria appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from May 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Backflow prevention” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in South Boston average 87, so Gillette Cafeteria is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Noted no air gap on all the prep sinks in the kitchen area. Provide
590.005/5-402.11-P
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Noted several cutting boards heavily scored. Resurface or Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
82
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: Noted no air gap on all the prep sinks in the kitchen area. Provide
590.005/5-402.11-P
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Observed not enough lighting in the walkin. Provide 10 foot candles for lighting in the walkin
590.006/6-303.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted ceiling vent above the dish area with visible dust. Clean Noted black mold like spots near the pre rinse area on the wall in the dish area. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Noted several cutting boards heavily scored. Resurface or Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
74
Dec 19, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed grab and go yogurt parfait stored in open air case @ 45F. Discussed with Chef to ensure cold holding is maintained @ 41F or below. Chef stored in blast chiller on site. Corrected
590.003/3-501.16-P
86
Jan 25, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Seal unfinished wood on wall behind eyewash station.
590.006/6-101.11-C
95
Aug 26, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is inoperable. Remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: One of 7 Walkin units inoperable. Parts on order. Ample refrigeration on site. Send confirmation when all repairs are made.
590.004/4-501.11-C
90
Jun 16, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Provide light shields on lighting above dry storage cage.
590.006/6-202.11-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is inoperable wainting on parts. One walkin cooler is not working waiting on parts. Ample alternative refrigeration is on site. Provide work orders and timeframe of completion for repairs upon reinspection.
590.004/4-502.11-C
90
Jun 9, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is inoperable wainting on parts. One walkin cooler is not working waiting on parts. Ample alternative refrigeration is on site. Provide work orders and timeframe of completion for repairs upon reinspection.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Provide light shields on lighting above dry storage cage.
590.006/6-202.11-C
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gillette Cafeteria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gillette Cafeteria on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gillette Cafeteria?

Across the inspection record, “backflow prevention” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gillette Cafeteria.

How does Gillette Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Gillette Cafeteria most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Gillette Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gillette Cafeteria have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gillette Cafeteria 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 Gillette Cafeteria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gillette Cafeteria is inspected around three times per year on average.