Museum of Fine Arts Cafeteria in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/07/25

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Museum of Fine Arts Cafeteria in an inspection dated 08/07/2025.

Located at 465 HUNTINGTON AV in the Mission Hill area, the establishment serves the local community. The Mission Hill neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: When to Wash (P). According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The second violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P). 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. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The third violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: (A) Gloves Use Limitation (P). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fourth violation involved temperature control. Inspectors documented: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Improper temperature control can lead to bacterial growth including Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.

The fifth violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Food Labels (Pf). Chemical contamination from improper storage can cause acute poisoning.

The sixth violation concerned equipment maintenance. Inspectors documented: (A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf). Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.

The seventh violation involved sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (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. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The eighth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

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.