Sweetgreen
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
100
Score
Sweetgreen has been inspected 14 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.
“Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Boston sits at 86, putting Sweetgreen on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
14
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Moisture on floors in back prep area. Determine source(s) and make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Tile floors in back prep kitchen with grout voids & loose tiles. Make all necessary repairs to render the floor durable non porous & easily cleanable.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Standing water and filth on floors under combi oven. Clean and resolved sources of moisture.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Broken light shield. Replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Floor missing covering and coving in dish room in process of being replaced off business hours. Make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: HVAC vent grates above warewashing area with soils. Door fan in walkin cooler with dust. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
86
Dec 11, 2024
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: Sliced tomatoes 45F. Product removed from service.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is broken. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation collecting on front windows of business. Repair HVAC system to address.
590.004/4-301.14-C
70
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced tomatoes 45F. Product removed from service.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Blast chiller is broken. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation collecting on front windows of business. Repair HVAC system to address.
590.004/4-301.14-C
67
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Portable air conditioner out of use was in place due to recent HVAC outage no longer needed. Remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
95
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Condensation dripping onto sheet pans on clean equipment storage shelf. PIC washed/rinsed/sanitized. Corrected on site.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Other liquid wastes and rainwater (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation dripping from ceiling duct work onto clean equipment in dish room. Repair to prevent.
590.005/5-403.12-C
86
Dec 15, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked chicken is 126F. Maintain at above 135F. Product made within the hour removed from service and reheated to above 165F. COS.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Hole in wall next to rear stair tread. Seal with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Heating ventilation air conditioning system vents (c)
Inspector notes: HVAC vent in wall above dish room above clean equipment storage with dust and soils. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-202.12-C
Warewashing equipment clean solutions (c)
Inspector notes: Food debris in sanitizer water. Change on site by PIC. COS.
590.004/4-501.18-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light fixture on upper wall out in dish room. Repair.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floors with water in dish area black colored soils around drain near prep sink. Buildup of grease and soils above oven on ceiling and walls surrounding. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
Nov 6, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Discolored walls and ceiling cooking area Chipped paint on doors to ware washing Peeling paint on wall at ware washing Walls in disrepair in back hallway
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Remove excess water from the dish room floor Maintain clean & dry.
590.006/6-501.13-C
95
Mar 14, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold holding Wall unit 56 F was in use at time of inspection even though a work order was put in by PIC Mixed green 50 F Food was remove and unit place out of order during inspection
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Carbon build up on sheet pans
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence that the employees are not properly trained in food safety and sanitation and the PIC not performing duties per code - Repeat violations Stacking wet equipment in ware washing area TCS Foods in the temperature danger zone
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Opening in wall in back hall Chipped paint on walls in back hall Chipped paint on door to ware washing area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Ground under dumpsters littered
590.005/5-501.115-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking wet cleaned and sanitized equipment - Ware washing
590.004/4-901.11-C
61
Dec 16, 2022
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking clean equipment - Ware washing This is an ongoing violation at this location - Provide written solution regarding corrective action on this violation
590.004/4-901.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Ground area under and around dumpsters littered
590.005/5-501.115-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Excessive water on floor in ware washing
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rust on exterior of grease trap Ware washing
590.006/6-501.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops brooms etc stored in ware washing/prep area - Properly store
590.006/6-501.113-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking pots pans on their sides
590.004/4-903.11-C1
74
Jun 10, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Mixed greens 52 Lettace 55 F
590.003/3-501.16-P
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Stacking wet clean equipment and not allowing for proper airdrying Stacking pans on sides
590.004/4-901.11-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sweetgreen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sweetgreen on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sweetgreen?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sweetgreen.
How does Sweetgreen compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Sweetgreen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Sweetgreen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sweetgreen have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sweetgreen 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 Sweetgreen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sweetgreen is inspected around four times per year on average.
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