North Street Grille & Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2022, North Street Grille & Cafe has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: 2 food prep sink on site observed direct to wast (no airgap) PIC to provide plumbers report on the install of and airgap. PIC to label food prep sink.
590.005/5-402.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Old rat dropping basement in basement area under shelvings. Clean to remove. PIC recommneded to increase IPM visit from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Consumer advisory wording missing from the breakfast menu. Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink downstairs observed blocked by soiled dishes. Discontinue maintain accessible at all time to prevent contamination by hands. (cos)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: sanitation issues at the bar area behind the freezer chest/under the coffee machine shelves.Clean with frequency Noted lot of debris behind the equipment in the basement and under the shelves.Remove and clean with frequency. Remove all cardboard boxes from the floor in the basement.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
590.003/3-305.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Basement area observed heavly clutter with excessive unused equipments dishes and catering equipments. Remove to provide easy access for the pest technician. At the time of inspection basement area was in the process of being cleaned and organized
590.006/6-501.114-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Excess water from Ac unit and Walkin unit observed draining inside handwashing sink downstairs in the basement area. Discontinue Service sink observed not enclosed. (inside the kitchen area next to diswasher and air drying shelvings) . Provide enclosure.
590.003/3-307.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Sanitation issues at the bar area behind the freezer chest/under the coffee machine shelves.Clean with frequency Noted lot of debris behind the equipment in the basement and under the shelves.Remove and clean with frequency. Remove all cardboard boxes from the floor in the basement.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Bathroom light bulbs observed missing protective shielding. Provide
590.006/6-202.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main entrance and backdoor observed missing a door sweep potential entryway for pest/rodents. Provide
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple voids observed downstairs in the basement area (liquor closet/ access panel). Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
41
Feb 9, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted rat droppings in the bar area/basement in the back dry storage area.Clean and provide a detail pest report from a licensed pest technician
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Noted unnecessary items stored in the basement.Remove to provide easy access for the pest technician.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Noted several boxes stored on the floor in the basement and in the refrigerator.Remove and store 6 inches from the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted sanitation issues at the bar area behind the freezer chest/under the coffee machine shelves.Clean with frequency Noted lot of debris behind the equipment in the basement and under the shelves.Remove and clean with frequency. Remove all cardboard boxes from the floor in the basement.
590.006/6-501.12-C
78
Nov 7, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all bulk food storage bins toi properly identify the contents
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove the plastic containers used to dispense condiments and replace with commercial grade scoops withy handles as we discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the two vents on the end above the grill from heavy grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
May 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post a copy of your current Allergen Awareness certificate alongside your current Food Safety certificate as discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
95
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing the disclosure /reminder on the menu for several items such as [ eggs any style ] address where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: All prep cooks in the kitchen should be wearing hair restraints when working with foods - address moving forward
590.002/2-402.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post current copies of both the food safety and allergen awareness certificates on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all plastic cups and containers used to dispense dry products and starched with proper commercial utensils with handles
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered cracked and visibly blackened spatulas and wooden spoons in the kitchen - use wooden utensils in accordance with the food code
590.004/4-101.17-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all vents in the hood system with visible grease and grime deposits
590.004/4-202.18-C
Drain boards (c)
Inspector notes: Extend the current area for air drying clean pots and pans - instead of piling pots and pans on top of one another
590.004/4-301.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all cutting boards when there is an accumulation of visible food soils
590.004/4-501.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean in between and behind all in use equipment on the cooking line from visible grease and grime where needed
590.004/4-602.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all obnoxious odors
590.005/5-402.12-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Staff serving meals behind the counter with long bracelets and wrist bands hanging off her arm - remove during food service as discussed
590.002/2-303.11-C
55
Apr 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food items offered under cooked on the menu are clearly identied with the proper consumer advisory - identify items with a [*] where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior of all cooking equipment on the cooking line especially in between and behind all equipment from visible grease and grime
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the heavily soiled vents in the hood where needed - should be removed once a week and soaked in a sanitizer to assist with stubborn grease deposite
590.004/4-202.18-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure sall food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
78
Jun 8, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Steak tips @ 48f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: 1 door flip top running @ 46f-50f ensure proper cold hold of 41f or below
590.004/4-301.11-PF
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was North Street Grille & Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at North Street Grille & Cafe on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at North Street Grille & Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at North Street Grille & Cafe.
How does North Street Grille & Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
North Street Grille & Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has North Street Grille & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at North Street Grille & Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at North Street Grille & 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 North Street Grille & Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, North Street Grille & Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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