Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co

147 Massachusetts Av, Boston, MA 02115

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 26, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple gaps and holes in the wall and staircase. Repair

590.006/6-501.11-C

Dec 16, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings in multiple areas on crates and on glue boards. Remove and clean areas *Provide a copy of your most recent pest control report at your earliest convience.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed the handsink blocked by a linen storage bin and soiled grease container. Remove and allow access to the handsink at all times.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple gaps and holes in the wall and staircase. Repair

590.006/6-501.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple bags of dry linen cloths stored on the floor. Provide proper equipment to store and elevate.

590.003/3-304.14-C

(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed inside multiple refrigeration and freezer units. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy debris in the basement. Remove boxes and unused equipment.

590.006/6-501.114-C

Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple glue boards with dead rodents. Remove and clean areas

590.006/6-501.112-C

May 19, 2025

Routine

6 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report. Menu observed missing Allergen Awareness . Provide and maintain visible

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Multiple containers of prep foods observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep before opening today. Provide made/discard date to all food prepped before storing in the refrigerator.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Food temperature measuring devices (pf)

Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a food thermometer. Provide

590.004/4-302.12-PF

Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Water throughout the establishement observed fluctuating between 83F-99F Repair

590.005/5-103.11-PF

Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Warewashing/prep sink and kitchen main handsink observed blocked by empty boxes/ trash can. Discontinue and maintain accessible all time to prevent contamination by hands. Corrected on site ***Observed staff rinsing dishes in the handsink. Discontinue

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Ladies bathroom observed without soap. Provide (corrected on site)

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Kitchen main cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace

590.004/4-501.12-C

Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

Inspector notes: Mop sink located in the prep/ warewashing area observed not enclosed.Provide Ceiling vent located above produce sink observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove

590.003/3-307.11-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple refrigerator unit observed without a conspiciuous thermometer. Provide a thermometer to all the refrigerator unit missing a thermometer

590.004/4-204.112-C

Jul 12, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Dump sink observed leaking from the drainpipe.Repair

590.005/5-205.15-C

Jan 5, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 31, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co?

Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co.

How does Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co 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 Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Manhattan Bagel and Coffee Co is inspected around three times per year on average.

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