Tatte Bakery & Cafe

200 Pier 4 Bl, Boston, MA 02210

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Tatte Bakery & Cafe has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Outer openings protected” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Tatte Bakery & Cafe trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored in refrigerated units @ grill station. Discussed with PIC to ensure all utensils are properley clean and sanitized while stored on clean contact surface

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Observed damaged / worn door sweep (vertical & horizontal) at front entrance door. Replace to ensure tight fitting and without gaps to prevent pest entry

590.006/6-202.15-C

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple damaged and/or missing tiles in bar area. Repair / Replace to ensure floors are smooth clean and durable to prevent harborage and pest attraction

590.006/6-101.11-C

Dec 22, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/25. Provide proof of routine maintenance.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Nov 24, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/25. Provide proof of routine maintenance.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Jun 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Noted raw chicken stored near the Ready to eat foods. Remove and segragate away fro RTE foods.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Noted opening under the main enterance door. Provide door sweep to prevent entry of rodents.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Noted rusted and pealing paint from the light fixture and ceiling in the dish area. Repair

590.006/6-501.11-C

Cutting surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Noted green cutting board in the prep area heavily scored. Replace/Resurface

590.004/4-501.12-C

Nov 12, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Missing soap at the handsink. Provide

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed guest in establishment with a dog. Staff did not address the customer. Provide proper signage for service animals only.

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Handsinks observed with food soils. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)

Inspector notes: Observed the ice bucket on the floor. Retrain staff to store equipment properly. Clean and store Staff removed and placed in the warewashing area for proper cleaning.

590.004/4-903.11-C

May 8, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 30, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Raw egg mixture stored above dressing in walkin. Corrected on site.

590.003/3-302.11-P

Mar 13, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Dog observed in establishment. Emailed service animal and code requirement literature to the CFPM.

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Anti-choking

Inspector notes: No choke save certified person on site. Provide.

590.009(E)

Apr 19, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

When to wash (p)

Inspector notes: Observed food worker handle a broom with gloved hands then return to preparing RTE foods. Corrected on site.

590.002/2-301.14-P

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towels at warewashing handsink. Corrected on site.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Washing fruits and vegetables (pf)

Inspector notes: No test kit for vegetable wash. Provide.

590.003/3-302.15-PF

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed food worker wiping cutting board with soiled wiping cloth. Corrected on site.

590.003/3-304.14-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 Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “outer openings protected” 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 two 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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