Yely's Coffee Shop
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
95
Score
Yely's Coffee Shop appears in inspection records 22 times, starting in 2022. On Jan 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about eight violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “controlling pests” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 12 times.
The city-wide average for Jamaica Plain sits at 83, putting Yely's Coffee Shop on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
22
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Basement hand sink drain leaks. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Can of raid aid spray observed stored in the handsink prep area. Discontinue / Remove
590.007/7-201.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Potato salad containing mayo107F stored in the hot holding unit. Food was voluntarily discard by PIC.(COS) Reviewed cold holding with PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P
Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer bucket holder over 200ppm chlorine. Use according to law. (COS)
590.007/7-204.11-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple RTE hot foods (fried fish/ baked chicken/ fried chicken wings/ chicharron / mangu) temperarure 107F-112F stored in the hot holding unit. All foods were voluntarily discarded and denature with bleach by PIC in front of inspector since food was in the hot holding unit past 2 hours. CFPM to train staff on temperature monitoring. (COS)
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to train staff on monitoring temperature and violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several containers of prepped foods/ meat stored in the walk in unit upstairs observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing. Per PIC foods were prep earlier today .(Corrected on site)
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed on bottom shevings upstairs. Clean to remove. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to:inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Walking cooler condenser/vent observed heavily soiled nozzles to juice dispenser observed soiled walking shelvings observed soiled multiple fryer baskets observed with heavy carbon build up several soiled knives observed stored in clean knife holder exterior of multiple raw meat bucket holder observed soiled by visible spills encrusted. Clean & sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple entyway (doors) observed missing a weather strip and with large gaps possible entryway for pest/ rodent. Install/provide
590.006/6-202.15-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Kitchen cutting board observed heavily scored.Ressurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit observed not operating properly 135F and missing door/sliding windows to keep heat in. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Cold holding on top of counter observed without a conspicious thermometer upright hot holding unit observed without a thermometer. Provide and maintain visible.
590.004/4-204.112-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed utensil stored in stagnant water 67F at the coffee/ drink station.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Containers of foods and condimets observed stored in walking unit shelvings without cover.Provide cover to avoid contaminations when not in cooling process.
590.003/3-302.11-C
27
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide detailed IPM report with notation citing drop ceiling on the report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
Jun 6, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous container of foods and buckets of seasoned meat stored in the walk in units observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide accurate test strips for sanitizer concentration (wrong test strips). Provide Inspector test strip was used .
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple rodent droppings observed downstairs in the basement storage area. Clean to remove. PIC to provide detailed IPM report with notation citing drop ceiling on the report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing /damaged ceiling tiles observed downtairs in the basement by the bathroom entrance possible entryway for rodent and pests. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food stored in the upstairs walkin unit observed without cover. Provide cover before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Storage bins observed without lables. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide detailed IPM report with notation citing drop ceiling on the report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead cockroaches observed in the glue trap downstairs in the basment area. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
50
May 30, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple rodent droppings observed downstairs in the basement storage area. Clean to remove. PIC to provide detailed IPM report with notation citing drop ceiling on the report from a licensed exterminator to: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous container of foods and buckets of seasoned meat stored in the walk in units observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide accurate test strips for sanitizer concentration (wrong test strips). Provide Inspector test strip was used .
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Storage bins observed without lables. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Hot holding unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food stored in the upstairs walkin unit observed without cover. Provide cover before storing
590.003/3-302.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Dead cockroaches observed in the glue trap downstairs in the basment area. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Missing /damaged ceiling tiles observed downtairs in the basement by the bathroom entrance possible entryway for rodent and pests. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
52
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Fried fish and fried chicken tenders 102-106 observed stored in broken hot holding unit. Food was voluntarily discard by PIC. PIC to retrain staff on monitoring hot holding.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted. Provide active managerial control. PIC to post current Site Cleanliness License PIC to post current Certificate of Inspection
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Lemonade nozzles observed soiled exterior of multiple storage bin stored in the walk in unit downstairs observed soiled and exterior of microwave observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink dowsntairs in the basement area observed without handwash sign. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil onto the floor and backsplash. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired 4.12. 25
590.004/4-204.11-C
61
Nov 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Baked chicken temp 113-117 observed stored in broken hot holding unit. Food was voluntarily discard by PIC. PIC to retrain staff on monitoring hot holding.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed live cockroaches on prep table and rodent droppings on kitchen shelvings. Clean and sanitize. PIC to provide detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator at: inca.prince@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to retrain staff on all P's and PF's violations.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen/warewashing handsinks observed blocked by sanitzer bucket. Discontinue (corrected on site by PIC)
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous containers of food stored in the refrigeration unit observed without date marking. Ready to eat egg salad observed without date marking. Per PIC foods were prep earlier today and the night before. Provide date marking with made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of 2 door drink and salad refrigerator unt observed soiled from visible food spills and hand prints multiple storage bins stored inside and outside walking unit observed soiled interior of 3 bay middle compartment sink observed soiled by food debris juice dispenser observed soiled 3 bay sink backsplash observed soiled. Clean and sanitze all surfaces and equipments.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: :Observed multiple squeeze bottles and storage bin without identification labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: In use utensils observed stored in stagnant water . Discontinue (corrected on site by PIC)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Conditioning device design (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil onto the floor and backsplash. Clean to remove Hood sticker expired 1.6.25
590.005/5-202.15-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Heating display observed not operating and used to stored hot food. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
41
Jun 17, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Meat slicer observed soiled with dry encrusted residue. Clean between usage and more frequently.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw eggs stored on top of RTE foods. Discontinue. (COS)
590.003/3-302.11-P
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Bathroom handsink and handsink in the basement prep are observed fluctuating 89F-99F. Repair. (COS)
590.005/5-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of basement hand sink observed soield (COS) prep sink observed soiled (COS) food storage bins observed soiled with food spills interior and exterior of microwave observed soiled from food spills and hand prints. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles and storage bins observed without lables. Provide and maintain lables.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed dripping oil and heavily soiled. Clean to remove. Expires: July 28th 2024
590.004/4-204.11-C
55
Mar 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: :Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 1 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
86
Mar 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: :Per PIC fruits and vegetable are washed in the 1 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
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Person in charge must be properly trained to understand proper procedures for manual ware washing of equipment ensure proper cleaning methods and frequency for clean in place of food and non food contact surfaces and review responsibilities for company illness procedures. Certified Manager must retrain all staff. Person in charge must be present demonstrates knowledge and performs duties
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of beverage unit observed soiled both walkins fan observed heavily soiled basement walking shelving observed soiled juice dispenser observed soiled cookline backsplash observed soiled cook range observed with heavy carbon build up and encrusted debris basement hand sink observed soield prep sink observed soiled food storage bins observed soiled with food spills. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Provide and train staff .
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No sanitizer test strips available on site. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood at the cookline observed heavily soiled.Expires 4.7.24 Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiples cutting boards observed heavily scored. Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils use to dispense food to customers observed stored in stagnant water. Discontinue. Corrected on site by staff.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple boxes beverages and cases of food observed stored on the floor. Elevate and discontinue.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Observed oil dripping from various location from the hood systerm. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-204.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple seasoned meat of different species stored in recycling trash barrels. Discontinue and store in NSF approved only.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Food labels (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles and storage bins observed without lables. Provide and maintain lables.
590.003/3-602.11-C
41
Oct 12, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Cases of bananas coming in for delivery appear compromises -bringing in rotten or compromised produce can harbor insects snakes spiders and roaches - ensure all foods being purchesed from the wholesale produce market are not altered in any way as there has been several complaints of insects - imspect before purchasing
590.006/6-501.111-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris - keep lids on barrels tightly after use
590.005/5-501.113-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all in use mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
86
Oct 5, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris - keep lids on barrels tightly after use
590.005/5-501.113-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Cases of bananas coming in for delivery appear compromises -bringing in rotten or compromised produce can harbor insects snakes spiders and roaches - ensure all foods being purchesed from the wholesale produce market are not altered in any way as there has been several complaints of insects - imspect before purchasing
590.006/6-501.111-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all in use mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
86
Sep 28, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity - address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC / Owner on site is not properly overseeing the cleanliness of the facility properly - address on a daily basis as we discussed during the interview process
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exterior / interior of all cooking equipment - freezers / refrigeration units - bulk food storage bins - shelving underneath all counter tops from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints while working with food
590.002/2-402.11-C
64
Jun 21, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored on counter top @ 76F. Discussed with PIC to maintain @ 45F or below for eggs. PIC voluntarily disposed / denatured. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed baked chicken stacked on metal pan under heating lamp on service line @ 96F. Discussed with PIC to store chicken flat on metal pans and not stacked in order to maintain hot holding @ 135F or above. PIC corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives stored on knife rack in kitchen prep. Discussed with PIC to maintain clean utensils on clean contact surfaces.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cleaning equipment stored in front hand sink. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clear and accessible. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy findings of pest activity on glue traps. Remove and continue with recommended pest services
590.006/6-501.112-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple soiled wiping cloths stored on counters. Remove and maintain all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution after each use
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all squeeze bottles with the common name of food item stored.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no food thermometers for properly measuring hot / cold holding of food products. Provide
590.004/4-204.112-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy stagnant water on basement floors. Clean with frequency to limit stagnant water on floors.
590.006/6-201.11-C
47
Apr 7, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Remove all paint cans from the food prep location. Provide a designated area for storage
590.007/7-201.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC must monitor day to day operations and train staff to ensure employees have proper uniforms cleaning schedules pest control is addressed with more service as needed.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kits on site (test done using inspectors test kit) PIC ordered on site
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Upon inspection there was no sanitizer set up.Provide proper sanitizer in all work/prep locations. PIC corrected
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of roach activity observed.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC could not provide a vomit/diarrhea clean up kit.Provide a proper vomit clean up kit with procedures (procedures to be Emailed to the PIC)
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Staff observed without proper uniforms /apron.(wearing regular clothes)Provide proper uniform & aprons for all staff
590.002/2-304.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Items observed stored directly on the floor.Discontinue Elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor during storage
590.003/3-305.11-C
Single-service and single-use articles-use limitations (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/discard all soiled cardboard from under the floor mats.
590.004/4-502.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace all soiled glue boards
590.006/6-501.112-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Personal clothing observed hanging on overhead pipes near the water heater.Discontinue Provide a designated location for employees personal items.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Water leaking from the basement ceiling.Repair Discussed with the PIC to determine the origin of the leak & repair as needed. Kitchen--Seal the gap at the rear door to prevent possible pest access
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floors in the upper kitchen & lower prep room observed with excess water build up & debris.Clean to remove debris/water. Maintain floors clean & dry
590.006/6-501.13-C
37
Feb 7, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep lacerations that appear uncleanable - discard
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up properly as discussed - one for raw foods and raw food surfaces and another for cooked foods and clean utensils
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the contents of each bulk food storage bins where needed [ flour - sugar - salt - masa ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Identify each hand sink to properly identify them - shall only be used to wash hands
590.006/6-301.14-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff have clean outer attire on when working with foods - no uniform or apron on two employees wearing visibly soiled t-shirts
590.002/2-304.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the facility including the basement floor and stairway from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensuren all foods are being kept of the floors a minimum of six inches during storag including the walk ijn unit downstairs
590.003/3-302.11-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Segragate a clean area away from foods and food service for staff to change clothing and footwear
590.006/6-501.110-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all personal items from the front counter area that are not affiliated with food service such as personal items cell phones and clothing
590.006/6-501.114-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove visible grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean throughout the day especially after use
590.005/5-203.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - refrigeration / freezer units - under all prep tables - exterior of food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all heavy grease and grime where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean pots and pans
590.004/4-101.16-C
43
Jan 31, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep lacerations that appear uncleanable - discard
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the contents of each bulk food storage bins where needed [ flour - sugar - salt - masa ]
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensuren all foods are being kept of the floors a minimum of six inches during storag including the walk ijn unit downstairs
590.003/3-302.11-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff have clean outer attire on when working with foods - no uniform or apron on two employees wearing visibly soiled t-shirts
590.002/2-304.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean throughout the day especially after use
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove visible grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all heavy grease and grime where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the facility including the basement floor and stairway from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Identify each hand sink to properly identify them - shall only be used to wash hands
590.006/6-301.14-C
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Segragate a clean area away from foods and food service for staff to change clothing and footwear
590.006/6-501.110-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - refrigeration / freezer units - under all prep tables - exterior of food storage bins from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean pots and pans
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up properly as discussed - one for raw foods and raw food surfaces and another for cooked foods and clean utensils
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Nov 15, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the filters where needed from an accumulation of visible soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean and ensure the lids are on tightly when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up the same way as you are going to do for cooked foods seperate from raw foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
86
Nov 1, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Too many cooked protiens piled high in the hot holding unit - chicken / oxtail / pork are 120F-125F HAS ON LY BEEN OUT FOR 30 MINUTES - Mainatin at 135F and / or above as discussed
590.003/3-501.16-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: red cutting board was used to cut fully cooked chicken and pork was not washed and sanitized after raw beef was being prepared - discarded product - seperate clearly and properly as discussed - color coordinate boards and knives if needed.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rodent activity around the rear thash area as well as the stairs leading to the basement - provide an IPM reort upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up the same way as you are going to do for cooked foods seperate from raw foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the filters where needed from an accumulation of visible soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify the designated hand sinks
590.006/6-301.14-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: When maorinating whole raw chickens in the walk-in - keep them covered to reduce potential cross contamination Keep all foods elevated off the floors including the walk-ins as discussed
590.003/3-302.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain clean and ensure the lids are on tightly when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors and walls underneath the cooking equipment from visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Jul 15, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed for raw and ready to eat foods - Seperately
590.003/3-304.14-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Replace sused / compromised glue boards with gloved hands when nneeded [ when not working with foods ]
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving units where needed
590.004/4-101.19-C
86
Jul 13, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken and rice is at 128F -130F out for hot holding in the front counter service area - piled too high cut the amoun t of food in half and maintain at 135F and / or higher
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Several cutting boards appear to be soiled from previous usage containing deep lacerations - discard unit if the surface cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Replace sused / compromised glue boards with gloved hands when nneeded [ when not working with foods ]
590.006/6-501.111-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas where needed from all visible food spills stains and soils including the basment and walk-in unit downstairs
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep lids tightly closed when not in use - clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the receptacles
590.005/5-501.15-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Enclose the open area as discussed on the side
590.005/5-203.13-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue leaving soiled in use wioing cloths on top of clean equipment
590.004/4-901.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment freezers and refrigeration units table tops and the shelving units underneath them - shelves inside the walk-in unit from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers shall wear hair restraints while working with food
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being kept elevated off the floors as discussed including the walk-in units
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify the content of all bulk food containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving units where needed
590.004/4-101.19-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean hood filters on both ends from all soils and visible grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed for raw and ready to eat foods - Seperately
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Jun 30, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken and rice is at 128F -130F out for hot holding in the front counter service area - piled too high cut the amoun t of food in half and maintain at 135F and / or higher
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Several cutting boards appear to be soiled from previous usage containing deep lacerations - discard unit if the surface cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep lids tightly closed when not in use - clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the receptacles
590.005/5-501.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas where needed from all visible food spills stains and soils including the basment and walk-in unit downstairs
590.006/6-201.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean hood filters on both ends from all soils and visible grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label to properly identify the content of all bulk food containers
590.003/3-302.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all foods are being kept elevated off the floors as discussed including the walk-in units
590.003/3-302.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers shall wear hair restraints while working with food
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment freezers and refrigeration units table tops and the shelving units underneath them - shelves inside the walk-in unit from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue leaving soiled in use wioing cloths on top of clean equipment
590.004/4-901.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Enclose the open area as discussed on the side
590.005/5-203.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yely's Coffee Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yely's Coffee Shop on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yely's Coffee Shop?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Yely's Coffee Shop.
How does Yely's Coffee Shop compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Yely's Coffee Shop most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Yely's Coffee Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Yely's Coffee Shop have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Yely's Coffee Shop 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 Yely's Coffee Shop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yely's Coffee Shop is inspected around six times per year on average.
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