Insomnia Cookies

220 Clarendon St, Boston, MA 02116
Other
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Insomnia Cookies, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “system maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Boston restaurant scores 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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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
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Warewashing sink has a temp AC unit hooked up to it. Remove/relocate. Staff able to wash hands at front handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Temp HVAC unit in place. Make all necessary repairs to the HVAC system.
590.006/6-304.11-C
86
Mar 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Food warmer door latch does not close properly. Repair.
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Food warmer door latch does not close properly. Repair.
590.004/4-501.11-C
82
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Handsink in dish room inoperable. Make all necessary repairs. Maintain unobstructed.
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Storage of soiled linens (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple bags of soiled linens in back area next to hand sink. Remove.
590.004/4-803.11-C
95
Feb 6, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: The three compartment sink is not setup. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperature.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink in warewashing area obstructed with cases of water. COS. Handwashing practices satisfactory.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
82
Apr 28, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Insomnia Cookies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Insomnia Cookies on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Insomnia Cookies?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Insomnia Cookies.

How does Insomnia Cookies compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Insomnia Cookies most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Insomnia Cookies' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Insomnia Cookies 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 Insomnia Cookies inspected?

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