Ripple Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Ripple Cafe 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
“Sanitizing solutions testing devices” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Ripple Cafe's latest score of 100 sits above the Dorchester average of 86. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing soap. Provide at all times at all handsinks.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy food soils observed inside of the stand up freezer. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Expired Servesafe posted. Provide current certificate and post
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all plastic covering off all refrigeration and freezer units to properly clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Jun 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment and utensils-durability and strength (c)
Inspector notes: Gasket on stand up reach in torn / Replace
590.004/4-201.11-C
95
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Liquid hand soap empty at back hand sink / Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide test kits for the quaternary ammonia used in the 3 bay sink
590.004/4-302.14-PF
82
Jan 10, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths out on counter / Store in sanitizer solution when not in use
590.003/3-304.14-C
95
Sep 20, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed being hung in the kitchen area. Discontinue and remove during operational hours of business.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Bag of onions observed being stored on top of the grease trap along with other personal belongings. Discontinue and store all foods ina clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted behind the service counter. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges being used at the 3 bay sink. Discontinue and use only approved equipment.
590.004/4-101.16-C
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Jul 27, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Bag of onions observed being stored on top of the grease trap along with other personal belongings. Discontinue and store all foods ina clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted behind the service counter. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Sticky fly paper observed being hung in the kitchen area. Discontinue and remove during operational hours of business.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges being used at the 3 bay sink. Discontinue and use only approved equipment.
590.004/4-101.16-C
82
Jan 26, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked eggs fromm the previous day with an elevated temperature of 66F (as stated by management). Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place prior to being place out for service. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F. Eggs were voluntarily discarded at the time of the visit.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges beingused at the 3 bay sink. Discontinue use.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess moisture observed on the lower shelf of the single door Dukers refrigeration unit. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was only one drai plug available. provide all 3 in order to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment.
590.004/4-204.119-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Gasket around the door to the Dukers refrigeration unit duck taped on and not securely fastened. Address and make all necessary permanent repairs or replace gasket. Dukers refrigeration unit with an elevated temperature of 49F. Discontinue use for all TCS foods unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the back preparation area is not drianing. Address and make any necessary repairs. Additional hand sink in front service area to be used until repairs have been made.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Jun 2, 2022
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No soap at the hand sink in the back preparation room. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no test strips available. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg patties inside of the deli style cooler at 81F. Eggs had just been cooked and not properly cooled prior to being placed into the deli unit. Discontinue and ensure proper cooling methods are in place prior to being placed out for service. Eggs to be removed from the unit in order to complete the cooling process.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at the front hand sinks. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ripple Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ripple Cafe on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ripple Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ripple Cafe.
How does Ripple Cafe compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Ripple Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Ripple Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ripple Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ripple 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 Ripple Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ripple Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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