North End Creamery

121 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at North End Creamery stretching back to 2022. North End Creamery was last inspected on Feb 11, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

“Handwashing signage” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide procedure & kit for vomiting & diarrheal clean up. Provide & maintain accessible Inspector will provide procedure to the operator via email.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on violation noted on the inspection report. ***PIC to post current Servsafe Certificate PIC to post current Allergen awareness certificate PIC to post current Site Cleanliness Certificate
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide non rinse detergent for the 2 bay sink locate upstairs. Provide
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Wrewashinng area handsink (downstairs) observed without employee must wash hand sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
67
May 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copies of your current food safety / allergen awareness certificates on site and in na conspicuous location
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Bulk candy jars for self service without labels and ingredients supply for all
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No signage @ hand sink in basement for 3 bay sink supply hand wash signage
590.006/6-301.14-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Bulk food containers without labels supply on all
590.003/3-602.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was North End Creamery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at North End Creamery on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at North End Creamery?

Across the inspection record, “handwashing signage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at North End Creamery.

How does North End Creamery compare to other restaurants in Boston?

North End Creamery most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has North End Creamery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at North End Creamery have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at North End Creamery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is North End Creamery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, North End Creamery is inspected around three times per year on average.