Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces”, showing up two times.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: All the refrigeration unit at the location observed soiled on the interior by visible food spills and dry foods spills interior of toaster and oven observed soiled and with heavy carbon build up backsplash at the prep sink hansink and coffee station observed soiled . Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Containers of chicken salad grilled chicken breast stored in the 2 door refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date. Per PIC products were made early in the day today.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment shall implement a more frequency cleaning schedule for the location. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main handsink observed blocked by scoop dispensing utensil. Discontinue and maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands. Corrected on site by PIC.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide an irriversible thermometer for the high temp dishwasher. Provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: House made walnut chicken salad stored in the refrigeration unit for self serve observed without label. Provide Corrected on site by PIC
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide a thermometer to all the refrigerator missing a thermometer.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous squeeze bottles at the sandwich station observed without labels. Provide lables when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
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Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of several in line refrigeration unit observed soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: House made yougurt parfais observed without lables. Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers with RTE foods stored in refrigeration unit without date marking. Provide made/discart date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous squeeze bottles observed without lables. Provide
590.003/3-302.12-C
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May 15, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided. Per PIC all produce supposed to be pre wash but instruction on the package is stating to wash prior to use.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Apr 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Food prep sink observed without proper air gap.Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided. Per PIC all produce supposed to be pre wash but instruction on the package is stating to wash prior to use.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water in the kichen sink observed fluctuating between 56F-89. Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of all refrigeration unit observed heavily soiled from visible food crumbs and spill gasket of all refrigeration unit observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Provide current copy of CFPM certificate.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
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Oct 18, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 11, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers have on clean outer attire / uniform / aprons while working with ready to eat foods and in food service areas
590.002/2-304.11-C
95
Nov 2, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 8, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the contents of all " in house made " salads sandwiches parfaits and baked goods located in the small open air refrigeration unit - sell by dates are not mandatory in Massachusetts just recommended
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are stored elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches as discussed - ensure all cold cuts are tightly covered at the end of the day to reduce potential contamination as well as assisting in product quality
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire facility from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all counter tops and table tops by the front counter self service coffee area from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-101.19-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working with foods especially ready to eat foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe.
How does Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener 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 Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Massachusetts Eye & Ear Eyeopener Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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