Tatte Bakery & Cafe

201 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Tatte Bakery & Cafe, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “ventilation hood systems adequacy” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Mice droppings observed in prep area by office in downstairs kitchen area. Pest reports have been provided. Clean and sanitize the area and provide a pest report that shows no activity.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Large 3 inch gap observed in the bottom of the door by the trash area. Provide door sweep to prevent potential pests.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Under ice machine has debris and build up. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 26, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 13, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 20, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)

Inspector notes: Flat top griddle in catering kitchen without exhaust hood or fire suppression. Referred to Fire Inspector

590.004/4-301.14-C

Sep 1, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Cooling (p)

Inspector notes: Creamed corn prepared prvious day in covered container in walk-in refrigerator at 50F. Creamed corn was not on previous day's cooling log. Discarded by PIC Review cooling and recording steps with staff.

590.003/3-501.14-P

Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)

Inspector notes: Flat top griddle in catering kitchen without exhaust hood or fire suppression. Referred to Fire Inspector

590.004/4-301.14-C

Apr 5, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Items stored on ground in walk in. Elevate to prevent contamination.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Dec 7, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: keep all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when cloths are not used

590.003/3-304.14-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: In the unused kitchen upstairs keep all supplies 6 inches off the floor.

590.006/6-201.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tatte Bakery & Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tatte Bakery & Cafe on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tatte Bakery & Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems adequacy” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tatte Bakery & Cafe.

How does Tatte Bakery & Cafe compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Tatte Bakery & Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Tatte Bakery & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tatte Bakery & Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tatte Bakery & 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 Tatte Bakery & Cafe inspected?

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

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