Rebecca's Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
52
Score
Rebecca's Cafe has been inspected six times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 13, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Rebecca's Cafe trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Burgers 131 F Tofu 121 and 128 F PIC removed to reheat
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: IMD 150 F (company called and all ware washing will be performed in 3 bay sink with quats sanitizer
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: Wash temp 140 F (high temp dish machine)
590.004/4-204.112-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of high temp dish machine
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn and discolored cutting boards throughout
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Blade on can opener worn - Replace blade Stem of can opener has rust on it
590.004/4-501.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling not finished in clean equipment storage room Peeling paint on ceiling in ware washing area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling vent in storage area dusty Ceiling tiles at cooking equipment discolored
590.006/6-201.11-C
52
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling unfinished - Clean equipment/food contacts storage
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior and exterior of ovens
590.004/4-602.12-C
90
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed chick peas / lentils peas stored on salad bar between 44F-48F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple can goods stored on shelved with dented seals. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure cans are stored in good condition while on shelves. COS
590.003/3-202.15-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ice build up on condenser inside walk in freezer and food debris on the floor in walk in freezer. Clean to remove all spills and ensure ice build up is removed.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
70
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed ware washing staff handling dirty equipment then clean with gloved hand and not hand wash and removing gloved hand Observed food handlers not washing hand before donning on clean single use gloves
590.002/2-301.14-P
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Stacking sheet pans during ware washing through high temp dish machine
590.003/3-304.11-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Hot holding on cooking line Mixed veg: Zucchini 121 Rice 125 F Review cooking holding and reheating standards to maintain hot TCS foods at 135 F and above
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold holding line/bars Spinach 50 F Cantalope 45 F Provolone Cheese 45 F Review prep chilling and proper storage on cold holding units standards to maintain TCS foods at 41 F and below
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler handling wiping cloth equipment and then ready to eat foods with same single use gloves Observed food handlers leaving and returning to prep stations wearing single use gloves Glove use information provided at last inspection and today's inspection
590.003/3-304.15-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked wrapped burgers not labeled (customer self service)
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Missing use utensil signs at multiple customer self service areas
590.003/3-307.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all storage equipment etc from loading area outside of ware washing area
590.006/6-501.114-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Using milk crates to stored food on in walk in units
590.003/3-305.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Unfinished wooden ceiling above food contacts in storage room Rust on exterior of HVAC ceiling unit in ware washing area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No signage at hand sink in ware washing area reminding employees to wash hand
590.006/6-301.14-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Bowls plates etc in storage room not inverted
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting (clean food contact in ware washing area)
590.004/4-901.11-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Build up soils on cooking equipment
590.004/4-602.12-C
27
May 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Garnishes rice and donuts not protected from customer contamination
590.003/3-306.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Fruit cups and burgers prewrapped for customer self service not labeled per code
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Ice build up on floor of walk in freezer Build up of dust on ceiling vent in storage area
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling paint peeling above high temp dish machine
590.006/6-501.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses
590.003/3-304.14-C
64
Apr 6, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Packaged items in the retail display case missing proper labels.Provide labels listing all ingredients. PIC to remove and sell from behind counter leaving one for display only. Labels on order per PIC
590.003/3-602.11-PF
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rebecca's Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rebecca's Cafe on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rebecca's Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rebecca's Cafe.
How does Rebecca's Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Rebecca's Cafe most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Rebecca's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Rebecca's Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rebecca's Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Rebecca's Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rebecca's Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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