Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall

306 Northern Av, Boston, MA 02210
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on May 6, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

When inspectors have written things up, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Reheating for hot holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed improper reheating for food products being done in steam table. Discussed with PIC to ensure reheating is properly done prior to storing in steam table to maintain hot holding
590.003/3-403.11-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips for Quats sanitizer @ 3 compartment sink. Provide and maintain at all times for proper testing
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed date marking on ready to eat foods held over 24hrs with expired dates noted (3/13 & 4/24). Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure date marking on all ready to eat foods held over 24hrs are properly date marked and used prior to 7 days
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in handsink @ pizza station. Provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rinse gauge not working on dish machine in main kitchen and leaking; Front bar dish machine leaking and ice machine; Paper towel dispenser not working at handsink in kitchen. Repair all stated equipment and ensure working in good condition
590.004/4-501.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing signage @ handsinks inside kitchen. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed clogged drain at prep sink. Discussed with PIC to discontinue usage in prep sink and temporarily use sanitized "rinse" bay at 3 compartment sink with collander for prep
590.005/5-205.15-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed handsink next to prep sink. Provide sink barrier to prevent contamination to food being prepared
590.003/3-307.11-C
52
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed equipment stored in the handsink. DC and retrain staff on proper use of handsink. Metal pizza rack blocking the handsink. Remove
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Mulitiple handsinks missing hand cleansing soap. Provide at at times
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple handsinks missing paper towels. Provide at all times
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dust and debris built up on the handsink. Next to the pizza oven. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
70
Dec 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Floral seltzer with Delta-8 on beverage menu. Discontinue. Product voluntarily removed from service by the person in charge and sent back to manufacturer. Product removed from menu.
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No quats test kit for three comp sink. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible indicator for high temp dish machine. provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
70
Jun 26, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Relocate the two empty kegs of beer inside them men's room - if being used as a permenant entity provide signage stating [- not intent5ended to be reused for beverages - literature clearly stating that this will NOT be used in food / liquor service in the future moving forward
590.003/3-305.12-C
95
Jul 22, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Out of use refrigerator in back area. Ample alternative means for refrigeration holding at below 41F. New unit on order.
590.004/4-501.11-C
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall?

Across the inspection record, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall.

How does Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Harpoon Brewery Beer Hall is inspected around two times per year on average.