Sebastians Cafe

1 Harborside Dr, East Boston, MA 02128
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sebastians Cafe 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Among East Boston restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine leaking at the bottom. Repair.
590.004/4-204.117-PF
90
Dec 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing machines automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers (pf)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine leaking at the bottom. Repair.
590.004/4-204.117-PF
90
Jun 27, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent Sticker expired. Provide a current one.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jun 28, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Jun 7, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No Vomiting and Diarrheal clean up kit on site. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No max temperature irreversible thermometer (or thermal strips) on site. Provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at both handwashing sinks. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a current one.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of some refrigerating/freezer units soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
Mar 21, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 17, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 13, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: Wash gauge on high temp dish machine showing and error code / Service call has already been made for repair. Rinse temp 181F - ok
590.004/4-502.11-C
95
May 5, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sebastians Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sebastians Cafe on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sebastians Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sebastians Cafe.

How does Sebastians Cafe compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Sebastians Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the East Boston average of 91.

Has Sebastians Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sebastians Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sebastians 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 Sebastians Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sebastians Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.