Tavern of Tales
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
The Tavern of Tales, located at 1478 Tremont St in Mission Hill, MA, had its most recent inspection on January 8, 2026, which was categorized as low risk with a score of 86. This inspection identified three minor violations, including issues with sponge use limitations, nonfood-contact surfaces, and food storage in prohibited areas. Over its ten recorded inspections, the establishment has predominantly received low-risk classifications.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
86
Aug 8, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
86
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
86
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Dec 19, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
37
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
37
Apr 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
86
Apr 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
86
Oct 28, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jan 8, 2026 Inspection
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at ware washing sink. Discard sponges. Discontinue using sponges to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cardboard lining shelf in kitchen. Discard cardboard. Use materials that are cleanable duranle and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Beverage items stored under bar hand sink. Discontinue storing food items under plumbing.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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