Tradesman

89 Broad St, Boston, MA 02110
American
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Tradesman, the earliest from 2022. On Apr 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

“Controlling pests” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Tradesman on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Chocolate milk for retail sale observed expired 4.7.26. Product discarded. Ensure proper rotation.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Soiled cups observed in hand sink. Removed. Ensure hand sink is only for hand washing.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Handle of ice scoop observed stored in ice. Discontinue.
590.003/3-304.12-C
78
Jan 23, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed 1 dead mice and cockroach in the trap . Provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report to : Keila.depina@ Boston.Gov droppings observed on the floor in the back area. Clean and sanitize to remove. 11.24.25 Pestex pest control was on site 11.17. 25 and found one caught mouse on the trap. Daily visit and report from licensed exterminator recommended until issue is resolved.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Nov 17, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed 1 dead mice and cockroach in the trap . Provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report to : Keila.depina@ Boston.Gov droppings observed on the floor in the back area. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floors soiled with sticky residue & debris.Clean to remove soils & debris
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: cabinet observed with accumulated debris. Clean to remove throughout the retail area . Clean all undercounter unit gasket to remove soils/ clean and sanitize to remove
590.004/4-202.16-C
82
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 2, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: remove water buildup inide the under counter refrigerator at the bar. Clean sides of the 2 one door reach ins on the service line. Clean bottom shelves to the 2 one door reach ins.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all in use wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
90
Aug 19, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Keep wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tradesman last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tradesman on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tradesman?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tradesman.

How does Tradesman compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Tradesman most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Tradesman's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tradesman have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tradesman 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 Tradesman inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tradesman is inspected around two times per year on average.