The Breachway Grill
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
78
Score
Inspectors have visited The Breachway Grill five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at three versus six before.
Approved thawing methods used comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 89, which The Breachway Grill's 78 doesn't quite reach. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tartar sauce which was prepared on site, date marked 11/19 was observed held beyond the 7 days. Food items exceeding the 7 days shall be discarded. See disposal.
3-501.18
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beverage tubing was observed in contact with ice used for drinks at the bar. Beverage tubing and cold plate beverage cooling devices must not be in contact with stored ice used for drinks. See disposal.
4-204.16
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair.
4-501.11
78
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (mashed potatoes) in the prep unit. Raw animal foods (shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (vegetables) in the reach-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Tartar sauce was observed held at 60 degrees Fahrenheit on top of prep unit. Per interview with PIC, sauce was used less than 1 hour prior. Sauce was moved to prep unit at time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. At time of inspection, mashed potatoes were placed hot in the refrigerator in COVERED containers.
3-501.15
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-202.18
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the dining area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bottled beverages were observed stored in ice that was being used for drinks. See disposal.
3-307.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean in the basement storage area.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following door gaskets were observed torn and in poor repair: 1) Refrigerator #1 2) Prep Unit #2
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the fan have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The grease refuse outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
41
Oct 29, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shellstock (clams) located in the walk-in cooler did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. The tag was placed with the clams during time of inspection.
3-203.12
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) seafood (tuna) was observed thawing with the package intact. ROP seafood must be completely removed from the package when thawing. Tuna was observed held at 37 degrees Fahrenheit during time of inspection. Tuna was removed from the package during time of inspection.
3-501.13
82
May 3, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
4-501.114
Food thawed using improper method
3-501.13
Food thawed using improper method
3-501.13
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
2-103.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
2-501.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
3-603.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Breachway Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Breachway Grill on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Breachway Grill?
Across the inspection record, approved thawing methods used has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Breachway Grill.
How does The Breachway Grill compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?
The Breachway Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Charlestown average of 89.
Has The Breachway Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Breachway Grill have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about six previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Breachway Grill 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 The Breachway Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Breachway Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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