The Wild Rover Tavern

61 Chatham St, Boston, MA 02109
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
45
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at The Wild Rover Tavern, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 29, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to eight violations.

The Wild Rover Tavern's latest score of 45 falls below the Boston average of 86. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Did not observe staff wash hands performing different tasks at the bar.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Noted various types of bottles stored directly in the consumable ice.Discontinue
590.003/3-701.11-P
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted no hand sink at the upstairs bar.Provide
590.005/5-203.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide choke saver certificate
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide paper towels at both the hand sink at the main bar.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide procedures and supplies for vomit and Diarrhea events.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide hand washing sign at both the hand sink at the main bar.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Misssing drop ceiling tiles in the mens room upstairs.Repair Provide ceiling above the ice machine to prevent contamination.
590.006/6-501.11-C
45
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 15, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 13, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Wild Rover Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Wild Rover Tavern on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does The Wild Rover Tavern compare to other restaurants in Boston?

The Wild Rover Tavern most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has The Wild Rover Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Wild Rover Tavern have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Wild Rover Tavern means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Wild Rover Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Wild Rover Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.