Simmons College-The Fens
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
41
Score
Simmons College-The Fens appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Simmons College-The Fens was last inspected on Feb 2, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Simmons College-The Fens on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
5
Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken 47 F 46 F 47 F 76 F 80 F On colding holding units (PIC stated that chicken was made this morning and placed directly on cold holding
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler handling grapes with bare hands PIC took corrective action during inspection
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Food display-preventing contamination by consumers (p)
Inspector notes: Topping at salad bar not protected from contamination
590.003/3-306.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken 107 F (removed by PIC and reheated to 165 F)
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salami 45 F Cut tomatoes 47 F Removed on service
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Pots pans food containers not invert Food prep/equipment storage
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on ceiling bracket in Back prep Walls in disrepair in chemical room Ceililng in disrepair (storage room)
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls ceilings attachments in Prep/Storage/ware washing/Chemical storage/bathrooms
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Oct 2, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Notes:Observed food handlers not washing hand prior to donning on clean gloves and returning to work stations
590.002/2-301.14-P
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Soils on interior of ice machine
590.004/4-602.11-P
(a) gloves use limitation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers multitasking/touching multiple touch point/leaving and returning to work station wearing single use gloves (training materials provided to PIC)
590.003/3-304.15-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Notes:Multiple food handlers wearing disposable single use gloves (leaving and returning to work stations multiasking) Multiple food handlers not washing hands before donning on clean glove and returning to work station. Ware washing staff stacking sheet pans in sanitizer not allowing for proper sanitation Ware washing staff stacking sheet pans wet on drain board Food handlers/ware washing staff touching face/hair wearing single use gloves
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Doors disrepair chipped paint throughout prep/kitchen/ware washing/storage etc Ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout prep/kitchen/ware washing/storage etc Covering on shelving in disrepair - exposed wood/chipped areas Ceiling in disrepair above white food bins in storage Rust on shelving in food storage Rust on wall/floor pipes Cracked floor tiles in food storage room
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Unused and unnecessary items stored in storage areas Using crates for shelving in food prep/storage etc
590.006/6-501.114-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean sheet pans food contacts etc
590.004/4-901.11-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Grease build up on interior and exterior of fryolators door handles/cabinets under fryolators Soils build up on all cooking equipment ovens/grills etc -Kitchen/prep
590.004/4-602.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Open foods not stored in food grade covered containers in food storage food prep/dispensing areas No signage in salad bar - Provide signage reminding customers to use utensils
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on interior of cabenets shelving throughout kitchen/prep/ware washing/ware washing Built up frost/ice build up on interior refrigeration - cold holding wells
590.003/3-305.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Notes:Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution between uses
590.003/3-304.14-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler eating in food prep areas wearing disposable gloves while eating and preparing foods
590.002/2-401.11-C
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Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: The establishment is selling soft serve ice cream.Machine specificationshave been provided.Machine operation will be reviewed at the ISD Healthoffice to see if a manufacturing permit along with frozen desserts is required.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under/around the grill & fryers to remove grease/soils
590.006/6-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters above the char broiler observed soiled.Clean to remove soils.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor behind the soda syrup rack & next to the bakery mixing bowl to remove soils & debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the ceiling tiles above the prep table to remove food debris.
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Sep 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Salad bar Cottage cheese 49 F Hummas 49 F Coleslaw 51 F All products were removed and placed in walk in unit during inspection
590.003/3-501.16-P
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Dim lighting at hoods - Grill and Saute lines
590.006/6-303.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Grease and debris on floor under cooking line Soils on ceiling vent in ware washing area
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Worn cutting boards
590.004/4-501.12-C
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Feb 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Manual warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (p)
Inspector notes: High temp dish machine Final rinse 170 F - Must maintain 180 F Irreversible measuring device 150 F All ware washing will be performed at 3 bay sink with Quats
590.004/4-501.111-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink blocked by Maytag unit and food container - Bistro room Corrected on site by PIC
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls ceiling and attachments - Employee bathrooms ware washing and mop/chemical closet
590.006/6-201.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops etc not raised 6" above the floor - Mop/Chemical room
590.006/6-501.113-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean equipment - Ware washing
590.004/4-901.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Lids on salad bar cracked
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Food containers not labeled
590.003/3-602.11-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple food container holding dry foods not labeled
590.003/3-602.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Ice buckets stored on top of ice machine and not inverted on hook to properly air dry
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils/grease on interior and exterior of fryolator cabinets - Kitchen
590.004/4-602.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Chipped paint on floors and walls in employee bathrooms Chipped paint on walls and missing ceiling tiles on walls ceiling and attachments - ware washing and mop/chemical closet
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Oct 25, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced roast beef 51F @ deli station Cooked shrimp 125F noodles 85F at saute station for 20-30 minutes per PIC. Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC removed to cool/hold 41F or below Discussed cooling/cold holding procedures with the PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Mechanical warewashing equipment wash solution temperature (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dish machine wash temp reading 125F.Repair Maintain wash temp 150F or per manufactures instructions Rinse temp reading 180F
590.004/4-501.110-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The interior diamond plate floor observed buckling & raised towards the middle of the unit.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: The interior wall in the mop closet observed damaged with a large hole.Repair as needed to prevent possible pest access. Maintain wall smooth/durable/cleanable
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under/aound the fryer units to remove grease & soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
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Feb 28, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit/drain flies observed.Provide full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize affected locations
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the storeroom floor under the shelving units to remove soils/debris
590.006/6-501.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handwash sink observed clogged.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls and attached equipment to remove soils
590.006/6-201.17-C
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Sep 27, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked beef 52F Cooked chicken 49F chop peppers/onoins 50F at the stir fry station for 30-40 min per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC removing to cool/hold 41F or below Items to be placed in containers submerged in ice at the prep station.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean interior shelving to remove spill--F1 Freezer
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor under/around the fryers to remove grease buildup on the floor.
590.006/6-501.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Simmons College-The Fens last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Simmons College-The Fens on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Simmons College-The Fens?
Across the inspection record, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Simmons College-The Fens.
How does Simmons College-The Fens compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Simmons College-The Fens most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Simmons College-The Fens' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Simmons College-The Fens have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Simmons College-The Fens 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 Simmons College-The Fens inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Simmons College-The Fens is inspected around two times per year on average.
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