Saxbys Northeastern

815 Columbus Av, Boston, MA 02120

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Saxbys Northeastern, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 13, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 2, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Observed pre-made burritos stored in reach in unit @ 49F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS

590.003/3-501.16-P

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored on knife strip @ sandwich station and heavy spills on syrup bottles at coffee station. Clean with frequency to prevent soils / spills

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Observed foods maintain inside open cans in walk in cooler. Remove and ensure foods are properly removed from cans and stored in food grade containers

590.003/3-305.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths stored on tables @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use

590.003/3-304.14-C

Apr 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Observed steak burritos made within 1hr per PIC stored outside of refrigeration @ 54F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F. COS

590.003/3-501.16-P

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed dusty filters on ice machine; Observed soil knives stored on knife rack @ sandwich station; Observed food debris @ ovens. Clean to remove all spills / soils / dust from stated equipment

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Where to wash (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed PIC handwashing in prep sink while on site. Discussed with PIC to ensure handwashing at handsinks only

590.002/2-301.15-PF

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple wiping cloths stored on countertops. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Designated areas-employee accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (c)

Inspector notes: Observed employee beverages stored @ sandwich station. Remove and maintain away from food prep. COS

590.006/6-403.11-C

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed soil / spills inside ice well @ sandwich station; coffee spills inside refrigerated units @ front counters / walk in cooler; Clean to remove all spills / soils

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies throughout front counter area. Provide the most current pest control reports

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizing test strip for Quats sanitizer. Tested with Inspector strips - Quats 200ppm

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Observed squeeze bottles without labels of identification. Provide a label with the common name of food items stored inside

590.003/3-302.12-C

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saxbys Northeastern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Saxbys Northeastern on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Saxbys Northeastern?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Saxbys Northeastern.

How does Saxbys Northeastern compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Saxbys Northeastern most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Saxbys Northeastern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Saxbys Northeastern have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Saxbys Northeastern 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 Saxbys Northeastern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Saxbys Northeastern is inspected around four times per year on average.

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