Beth Israel Deaconess in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/12/25

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Beth Israel Deaconess in an inspection dated 08/12/2025.

The facility operates from 330 BROOKLINE AV in Longwood Medical Area, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation related to handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C). 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The second violation regarded food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Food Labels (Pf). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The third violation concerned equipment maintenance. Inspectors documented: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C). Malfunctioning refrigeration equipment can allow foods to enter the danger zone.

The fourth violation concerned equipment maintenance. Inspectors documented: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P). Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.

The fifth violation concerned equipment operation. Inspectors documented: (A) and (C) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Storing (C). Improper equipment can cause physical contamination of food.

The sixth violation related to cleaning procedures. 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 seventh violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The eighth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

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 08/12/2025 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.