J.P. Licks @ Charles Street
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, J.P. Licks @ Charles Street has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 23, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.
“Nonfood contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so J.P. Licks @ Charles Street 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 23, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC could not produce V&D kit or procedures. Provide. Retrain staff.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Peeling paint in ceiling around what appears to be a waste pipe above dining room. Stained ceiling tiles in ceiling outside restrooms. Determine source of moisture and make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean walkin freezer floor of visible soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Oct 17, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the vanilla ice cream(soft serve) is listed on the most recent lab report as not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC stating that the machine is cleaned weekly
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Aug 11, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the most recent chocolate NS ice cream(soft serve) yogurt are listed on the most recent lab report as not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated items. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC stating that the machine is cleaned weekly
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Jun 9, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the most recent vanilla ice cream(soft serve) lab report was not in compliance. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC stating that the machine is cleaned weekly
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
90
Jun 8, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walk in freezer floor to remove food debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
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Dec 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of expired milk with dates of 12/17-12/25 in refrigeration at service line- Properly monitor expiration dates
590.006/6-404.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Drip trays on soft serve machines with heavy buildup- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-601.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Area below 3 bay sink and below shelving to the left of the 3 bay sink with soils and debris- Clean
590.004/4-602.13-C
82
Jul 12, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: No proof of a full time on site Certified food protection manager
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Dim lighting in walk in freezer
590.006/6-303.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on shelving in walk in unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
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Jun 6, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Disposable ice cream cups stored in front of hand soap dispenser - Dispenser is on the otherside of the splash guard/barrier - Service line
590.007/7-201.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not washing hands when returning to work station Food handler touching hair and resuming duties - PIC did not take corrective action
590.002/2-301.14-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Using hand dryer in bathroom used by employees - No protective barrier for employees to use when touching door handle
590.002/2-301.12-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand cleanser at hand sink in ware washing area - Corrected on site by PIC
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No written procedures and kit is not complete
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: No proof of a full time on site Certified food protection manager
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Dim lighting in walk in freezer
590.006/6-303.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Using sponges in ware washing area
590.004/4-101.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops in dipwell without running water and there other the is missing the water spicket/faucet
590.003/3-304.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration units missing thermometers
590.004/4-204.112-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on shelving in walk in unit
590.004/4-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on ice cream chest compressors Built up soils on exterior of refrigeration units
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was J.P. Licks @ Charles Street last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J.P. Licks @ Charles Street on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J.P. Licks @ Charles Street?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at J.P. Licks @ Charles Street.
How does J.P. Licks @ Charles Street compare to other restaurants in Boston?
J.P. Licks @ Charles Street most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has J.P. Licks @ Charles Street's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J.P. Licks @ Charles Street have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at J.P. Licks @ Charles Street 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 J.P. Licks @ Charles Street inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J.P. Licks @ Charles Street is inspected around three times per year on average.
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