Starbucks
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Starbucks has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 23, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.
“Hand drying provision” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water at establishment at this time - Water temperature @ 50F throughout. PIC contact licensed plumber while on site. Instructed PIC to contact ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV to request re-inspection prior to opening and provide plumbers report of repairs
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed gap underneath front and side doors. Provide door sweeps to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed coffee beans and trash on floors and underneath pull out racks behind counters. Clean with frequency to remove all trash in order to prevent harborage
590.006/6-201.11-C
82
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Service animal signage not posted inside establishment. Provide and retrain staff on proper protocol for permiting only service animals. Documents provided
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Missing handwashing signage in the restroom.Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
86
Apr 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels missing from the handsink. Provide at all times
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled equipment and stored chemical bottles inside the handisnk. DC and retrain staff on proper use of handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy soils observed inside the ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils and debris insde multiple handsinks and on the fixtures. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dust pans and brooms with debris and food soils against the wall. Clean and elevate properly
590.006/6-501.113-C
70
Aug 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled equipment and stored chemical bottles inside the handisnk. DC and retrain staff on proper use of handsink.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels missing from the handsink. Provide at all times
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils and debris insde multiple handsinks and on the fixtures. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy soils observed inside the ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dust pans and brooms with debris and food soils against the wall. Clean and elevate properly
590.006/6-501.113-C
70
Jan 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed bags of dish towels sitting inside the handsink. Remove and discontinue utilzing the handsink improperly.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Storage of soiled linens (c)
Inspector notes: Observed the soiled linen hamper overflowing. Monitor and assure proper storage of soiled linens.
590.004/4-803.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed clean tongs resting on soiled aprons. retrain staff to monitor proper storing and assure the prevention on contamination. PIC removed and placed in 3 bay to be cleaned.
590.004/4-601.11-C
82
Apr 10, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors under spindrift cooler of visible soils clean floors under and behind ice machine in back room of visible debris.
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Jan 3, 2023
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Dog observed in dining area in line. Service animals only. Did not observe any staff member inquire what status of dog was. Retrain staff.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at warewashing handsink. Provide. Handsoap dispenser is broken. Repair. Observed proper handwashing.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Starbucks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Starbucks on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Starbucks?
Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Starbucks.
How does Starbucks compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Starbucks most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Starbucks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Starbucks have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Starbucks 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 Starbucks inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Starbucks is inspected around four times per year on average.
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