Mike and Patty's

12 Church St, Boston, MA 02116
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Mike and Patty's has 13 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“(p) person-in-charge-duties” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

The city-wide average is 86, putting Mike and Patty's squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: No air gap under the prep sink. Provide air gap. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 Mass ave. The plumbing inspector must sign off before health can approve this report.
590.005/5-402.11-P
86
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: No air gap under the prep sink. Provide air gap. Contact licensed plumber pull permit at 1010 Mass ave. The plumbing inspector must sign off before health can approve this report.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a worn/scored cutting board. Resurface/Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
82
Apr 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be rodent droppings in basement under stairs. Clean & sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean side of building of all visible grease and soils. Discard waste water into direct to waste drain. Clean floors under around & behind equipment at cookline and basement.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Grease evident collecting on side of building and sidewalk as well as exterior vent components. Clean to remove. Cookline hood with visible soils. Clean to remove. Hood tag expires June 2025.
590.006/6-501.14-C
82
Feb 8, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Online menu is missing consumer advisory for eggs. https://mike-pattys-boston.square.site/s/order?location=11ed65df691e3447b88dac1f6bbbcc9c#10 Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment owes fees for 2024 health permit. Pay at once. Failure to comply with 105 CMR 590.000 for each or severally operating without a permit other grounds stated (a) - (h) contact isdhealth@boston.gov
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
82
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: No gate or signage between kitchen and common area for public. Provide employees only signage and provide barrier. Persons unnecessary to the food establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation food storage or ware-washing areas except that brief visits and tours may be authorized by the PIC if steps are taken to ensure that exposed food clean equipment utensils linens and unwrapped single-service and singleuse articles are protected from contamination;
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Online menu is missing consumer advisory for eggs. https://mike-pattys-boston.square.site/s/order?location=11ed65df691e3447b88dac1f6bbbcc9c#10 Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperatures.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors under and behind refrigerators in basement and under stairwell.
590.004/4-602.13-C
70
Nov 14, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: There is evidence of rodent activity in the basement(droppings)under the rest room stairs and in the employee rest room. Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Spoke to the GM(Robert Powers) on the phone & requested previous/future pest reports be forwarded to ISDHealth@Boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide Quats test kit on site (test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: There are several cracked/damaged floor tiles in the kitchen.Repair Maintain floor smooth/durable/cleanable
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the rest room floor & under the rest room stairs to remove evidence of rodent droppings. PIC Correcting
590.006/6-501.13-C
74
Mar 7, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity still being observed per most recent pest control reports.Provide more frequent pest control. PIC instructed to Emaill all reports to ISDHealth@Boston.gov Most recent reports stated gnawing was observed at specific locations in the establishment. PIC to repair/seal affected locations as needed.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Feb 21, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity still being observed per most recent pest control reports.Provide more frequent pest control. PIC instructed to Emaill all reports to ISDHealth@Boston.gov Most recent reports stated gnawing was observed at specific locations in the establishment. PIC to repair/seal affected locations as needed.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Feb 7, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom floor and attachments not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable Large opening inside cabinet- Kitchen/ware washing area Multiple voids in walls/ceilings in food prep/cooking/ware washing/bathroom/basement storage (Ensure not food is stored under and Sewer line in basement storage)
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Unused and unnecessary equipment and articles throughout establishment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity still being observed per most recent pest control reports.Provide more frequent pest control. PIC instructed to Emaill all reports to ISDHealth@Boston.gov Most recent reports stated gnawing was observed at specific locations in the establishment. PIC to repair/seal affected locations as needed.
590.006/6-501.111-C
86
Jan 31, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom door is not self closing and in disrepair
590.006/6-202.14-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: No drain board in ware washing area to allow for proper airdrying of all food contacts
590.004/4-301.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Unused and unnecessary equipment and articles throughout establishment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom floor and attachments not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable Large opening inside cabinet- Kitchen/ware washing area Multiple voids in walls/ceilings in food prep/cooking/ware washing/bathroom/basement storage (Ensure not food is stored under and Sewer line in basement storage)
590.006/6-501.11-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Ware washing at 3 bay Food contacts are stacked wet on shelving
590.004/4-901.11-C
78
Jan 12, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 18 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw eggs stored on counter top at 68 F (5 single crates) Corrected on site by PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers not changing gloves when chaning tasks (food prep equipment etc.)
590.003/3-304.15-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Large bowls and other food contacts do not fit in 3 bay sink for proper cleaning and sanitizing
590.004/4-602.11-P
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: No hand washing performed unless directed to by inspector
590.002/2-301.14-P
Where to wash (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed employees rinsing hands at large one bay sink used to store dirty equipment in
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No written instructions and kit for reponding to vomiting and diarrheal incidents I provided written procedures and discussed kit
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple Priority/priority foundation and core violations noted on inspection Repeat violation noted on inspection No proof that the employees have been trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties and that the PIC is overseeing day to day operations (see complete inspection for violations cited.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink is block by an employee doing food prep - The shall be no food prep between hand sink and 3 bay sink
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity - Droppings on floor in basement throughout I reviewed the exterminators report with PIC The information below must be included on all exterminator's reports: NTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT Also known as IPM What Is Integrated Pest Management? IPM is a combination of all methods of pest control which can aid in preventing reducing and eliminating a potential infestation of pest. It is a detailed inspection report and plan designed specifically for your establishment. Reports must identify pests and conditions of the findings in your establishment. The report must identify exact locations of all conditions and course of action to correct deficiencies. If your establishment is without deficiencies reports must indicate such. The following procedures must be provided by your Licensed Pest Control Operator (Exterminator): Inspection of premises Identification of pests pest damage and/or potential for pest infestation Determination of the extent of the pest problem Appropriate treatment Action plan for correction including follow up An IPM reporting system will ensure better communication between you and your pest control company.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils/rodent dropping on floor throughout basement food stroage/mop sink and under bathroom Built up soils on window sill walls and all attachments Built up soils on ceiling fan
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Sqeeze bottles not labeled - Food prep
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution - Food prep/cooking/ware washing areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: No drain board in ware washing area to allow for proper airdrying of all food contacts
590.004/4-301.13-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food contacts being towel dried stored on surface between hand sink and 3 bay sink and stacked wet on shelving
590.004/4-901.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Bowls etc not inverted on shelves
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom door is not self closing and in disrepair
590.006/6-202.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Unused and unnecessary equipment and articles throughout establishment
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom floor and attachments not smooth durable non absorbant and easily cleanable - Expanding foam is not trimmed Large opening in wall under hand sink - Kitchen/ware washing area Multiple voids in walls/ceilings in food prep/cooking/ware washing/bathroom/basement storage (Ensure not food is stored under and Sewer line in basement storage)
590.006/6-501.11-C
21
Aug 8, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection multiple employees were prepping foods. The hatch to the lower level was open and the handwash sink was not accessible for use. The handwash sink was visibly dry at this time. Reviewd with employees the need to properly wash hands. At this time employees stated that if they wore gloves they thought didnt need to wash their hands first. Reviewed and corrected
590.002/2-301.14-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Employees unable to access handwashing sink due to hatch to lower level being open. Also equipment was piled up in the handwashing sink. Ensure that after going to the lower level for supplies that the hatch is reclosed. 08/01/22- Handwashing sink is again inaccessible due to the hatch to the lower level being open.The sink was visibly dry at this time. Spoke with Robert Powers at the time of the reinspection and discussed moving the location of the handsink
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on inspection report- Review with staff
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Drawer refrigeration below flat top not working- Make proper repairs
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Greasebuildup on stairs leading to lower level- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
61
Jul 25, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Raw eggs stored on counters at 70F. Per the PIC they were there for less than 1 hour Placed back in refrigeration at 39F
590.003/3-501.16-P
Where to wash (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed employees washing hands in the prep sink- Discontinue and use handwashing sink
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Employees unable to access handwashing sink due to hatch to lower level being open. Also equipment was piled up in the handwashing sink. Ensure that after going to the lower level for supplies that the hatch is reclosed.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Drawer refrigeration below flat top not working- Make proper repairs
590.004/4-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on inspection report- Review with staff
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No handwashing soap available at the handwashing sink- Staff to use dishsoap until replaced
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Greasebuildup on stairs leading to lower level- Clean with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mike and Patty's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mike and Patty's on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mike and Patty's?

Across the inspection record, “(p) person-in-charge-duties” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mike and Patty's.

How does Mike and Patty's compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Mike and Patty's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.

Has Mike and Patty's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mike and Patty's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mike and Patty's 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 Mike and Patty's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mike and Patty's is inspected around three times per year on average.