Mr Tea
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
78
Score
Mr Tea has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Wiping cloths use limitation” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometer was able to be presented during the inspection; provide a food thermometer capable of measuring hot and cold foods.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no vomit and diarrhea event clean up procedures on site; provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide internal thermometers at all cold holding units.
590.004/4-204.112-C
78
Jul 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under dump sink in warewashing area leaks. Repair as needed. Keep floor clean and dry
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink out of towels. Corrected on site. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored in ice bin. Store scoop outside of ice bin to avoid contamination.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing. Discard sponges and discontinue using sponges to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: soils moisture and debris under 3 compartment sink behind grease trap under dump sink and service line refrigerator. Clean dry and sanitize all areas to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under dump sink in warewashing area leaks. Repair as needed. Keep floor clean and dry
590.005/5-205.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled towels stored on counter. Store wiping towels in sanitizing solution to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
70
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink out of towels. Corrected on site. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled towels stored on counter. Store wiping towels in sanitizing solution to prevent contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: soils moisture and debris under 3 compartment sink behind grease trap under dump sink and service line refrigerator. Clean dry and sanitize all areas to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing. Discard sponges and discontinue using sponges to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored in ice bin. Store scoop outside of ice bin to avoid contamination.
590.003/3-304.12-C
74
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoops stored in ice. Store scoops in a clean container next to ice cooler.
590.003/3-304.12-C
95
Jul 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cut watermelon in deli refrigerator at 60F. Staff stated watermelon had been cut in the last hour from room temperature whole melon. Melon must be cooled to 41F prior to placing into service. Watermelon moved to refrigerator
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior chute of ice machine with pink mold-like substance. Clean to prevent contamamintion.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: 3 compartment sink not set up for wash rinse and sanitize during service hours. Sink obstructed by cart an appliances. Remove obstructions and retrain staff to use 3 compartment sink for all cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and utensils.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: 2nd hand sink at service line blocked by box and utensils in sink. Keep hand sinks clear and available at all times. Staff using main hand sink at service station.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for testing chlorine sanitizer. Mixed according to label directions. Provide test strips and train staff.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Staff unable to set up 3 compartment sink. Certified manager needs to retrain staff to set up and use 3 compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize equipment correctly.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges oberserved at warewashing area. Discard sponges and discontinue using to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths stored on counter. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution to prevent contamination. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-304.14-C
47
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Staff unable to set up sanitizer for 3 compartment sink. Retrain staff to correctly set up 3 compartment sink for washing rinsing and sanitizing.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed on counters. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution to prevent cross contamination.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Toilet rooms enclosed (c)
Inspector notes: Self-closing armatuyre for bathroom is broken and not closing bathroom door. Replace as needed so that bathroom door is self-closing.
590.006/6-202.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Debris under 3 compartment refrigerator with boba station. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing area. Discard and discontinue using sponges to wash food contact surfaces. Sponges can harbor harmful bacteria.
590.004/4-101.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knife stored stuck between wll and prep sink. Store utensils safely and not incontact with soils.
590.003/3-304.12-C
70
Jul 20, 2023
Routine
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No papertowels available at the location- Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No handsoap available at handwashing sinks- Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: The 2 available handwashing sinks at the location are filled with debris and equipment- Maintain sinks clear
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple priority violations noted on the inspection report are repeated violations- Review with staff and correct
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Where to wash (pf)
Inspector notes: Per the PIC employees are washing hands in a prepsink located at the front service line- Discontinue and use designated handwashing sinks
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test kit available for chlorine sanitizer - Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink is completely blocked by equipment- Clear and maintain to wash/rinse/sanitize equipment
590.004/4-501.14-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous soiled and damp wiping cloths on counters throughout with no sanitizer solution set up
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cases of whole fruits stored directly on the floor- Store a minimum of 6" off the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
47
Nov 4, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Employees were unable to properly wash hands as all handwashing sinks were completely blocked at the time of the inspection. Observed employee enter the work space and prepare products without washing her hands. This was corrected at the time of the inspection and reviewed
590.002/2-301.14-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: All handwashing sinks at the time of the inspection were completely full of items and completely blocked. Observed employees conducting food prep All handwashing sinks shall be maintained clear and accessible for use at all times
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations including repeat violations noted on the inspection report Review with all staff
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Food products stored directly on the floor- Discontinue
590.003/3-305.11-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Observed warewashing area being used as a storage area for boxes and excess items- WArewashing area with soils and debris Clea and sanitize area for warewashing use- Maintain area clear and clean for use
590.004/4-501.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excessive amount of inventory and personal items stored throughout in aareas blocking handsinks and warewashing area- Clean and organize Remove items that are not food service related
590.006/6-501.114-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mr Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mr Tea on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mr Tea?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths use limitation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mr Tea.
How does Mr Tea compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Mr Tea most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Mr Tea's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mr Tea have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mr Tea 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 Mr Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mr Tea is inspected around three times per year on average.
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