Ula Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Ula Cafe 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“System maintained in good repair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Jamaica Plain average 83, so Ula Cafe is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers observed without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food handlers.
590.002/2-402.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water handle at warewashing hand sink leaks. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Stove wrapped in aluminum foil. Discard foil and discontinue wrapping stove in foil. Foil can burn melt or break off into food.
590.004/4-101.19-C
86
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under 3 bay sink observed leaking. (10.27.25) Repair and provide invoices
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood cleaning sticker observed without expiration date and with deficiency report noted (no roof access). Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner. (10.27.25) PIC provide email from the hood cleaning company regarding the deficiency noted.
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Oct 20, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above buttermilk carton and butter package. Discontinue (corrected on site)
590.003/3-302.11-P
Cooling (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked pork sausage patty 57F cooked eggs 47F from the day before observed in cold unit for serving. PIC voluntarily discard and denature the products. PIC to train staff on temperature monotoring
590.003/3-501.14-P
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked eggs stacked on deep plastic containers . Eggs 73F was in the cooling process for more than 2 hours. PIC was advised to denature the products . Inspector reviewed cooling methods with PIC Additional training materials will be provided
590.003/3-501.15-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on violation noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Sandwich station main cutting board observed heavily scored and stained. Resurface/replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under 3 bay sink observed leaking 3 bay sink spray attachment/ faucet observed leaking and wrapped with plastic bag. Repair and provide invoices
590.005/5-205.15-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Dust pan and broom observed stored in kitchen floor. Discontinue and store away after use. (COS)
590.006/6-501.113-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood cleaning sticker observed without expiration date and with deficiency report noted (no roof access). Provide updated hood sticker from a licensed hood cleaner. PIC provide email from the hood cleaning company regarding the deficiency noted.
590.006/6-501.14-C
50
Mar 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Grilled chicken breast temp at 48F and curry chicken salad 47F PIC voluntarily discarded both products and pulled product from walk in unit at 37F. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 40F. thermometer located inside of unit. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violation noted on the report . PIC to retrain staff on all violations noted. PIC to retrain staff on monitoring cold holding
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Single cup of strawberry parfaits stored in the refrigeration unit for self serve observed without label. Provide
590.003/3-602.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and gasket of coffe station refrigeration unit observed soiled coffee machine observed soiled. Clean and santize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water throughout the facility observed fluctuating between 80F-100F. Repair and provide copy of invoice from a licensed plumber.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a irreversible thermometer. Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main handsink walls observed soiled from visible food and drink spills wall behind panini press observed soiled from visble yellow marks. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen/ sandwich main cutting board observed heavily scored. Resurface/Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
47
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked egg patty temp 51F guacamole 47F curry chicken salad 48F. PIC voluntarily discarded both products and pulled product from walk in unit at 39F. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 38F. thermometer located inside of unit. Corrected on site.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water at 3 bay sink observed observed fluctuating between 80F-102F. Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen main cutting board observed heavily scored. Ressurface/replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
74
May 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: High temperature dishwasher gauge observed not operating to display the cycles temperature.
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a irreversible thermometer. Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front counter 2 door refrigeration unit and front counter 1 door refrigeration unit observed soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
May 12, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Invert all plasticware available for self service located by the entrance to the restaurant so the handles are facing outward and not the section being inserted into the mouth
590.004/4-903.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all designated hand sinks are clearly and properly labeled as such " Hand Washing Only " ensure they are properly stocked with soap and paper towels as well as being clutter free with easy access for all employees to use when needed
590.006/6-301.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of your allergen awreness certificate alongside your food safety certificate as we discussed
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Feb 15, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Address the disclosure / reminder for all menu items offered under cooked [ eggs any style ]
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the PIC on site has a copy of their current food safety certificate available
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Oct 7, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ula Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ula Cafe on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ula Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ula Cafe.
How does Ula Cafe compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Ula Cafe most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Ula Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ula Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ula 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 Ula Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ula Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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