Greystone Cafe Bakery and Provisions in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/07/25

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Greystone Cafe Bakery and Provisions in an inspection dated 08/07/2025.

The facility operates from 123 APPLETON ST in South End, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: System Maintained in Good Repair (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The third violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The fourth violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The fifth violation related to sanitization. Inspectors documented: Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C). FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/07/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.