Hillside Cafe

21 St Thomas More Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Hillside Cafe has eight inspections in the public record. Hillside Cafe was last inspected on Mar 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Brighton average 88, so Hillside Cafe is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Sticker on hood above omlete station does not have an expiration date punched but was serviced in October 2025; person in charge placed call during inspection to have the licensed hood cleaners return to place a new inspection sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Gasket on the single door traulson refrigerator next to the omlete area is damaged; repair or replace.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: The lightbulb in the single door traulson refrigerator next to the grill area does not turn on; repair or replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
86
Mar 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: No covreed receptacle in employee bathroom. Provide covered receptacle.
590.005/5-501.17-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stiker expired. Provide cleaning date and updated sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Feb 28, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior surfaces of the ice machine with black mold like buildup- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The small high temperature dishwasher at the warewashing area is not properly working- Unit leaks water during use per the PIC Make proper repairs or replace
590.004/4-501.11-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Employee drinks in food service areas with no covers/ Straws- Stored with food service equipment- Corrected on site
590.002/2-401.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Large areas of the floor in the warewashing area with worn or missing grout- Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards at the service line heavily scored with black buildup- Refinish or replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
74
Oct 13, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 6, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hillside Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hillside Cafe on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hillside Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hillside Cafe.

How does Hillside Cafe compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Hillside Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Hillside Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hillside Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hillside 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 Hillside Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hillside Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.