Ogawa Coffee in BOSTON, MA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/14/25

BOSTON, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at Ogawa Coffee in an inspection dated 08/14/2025.

Situated at 10 MILK ST, the establishment is part of Downtown Crossing's active food service sector. The Downtown Crossing area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 6 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved management certification. Inspectors documented: (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C). The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Improper food handling by untrained staff increases illness risk.

The second violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fourth violation related to food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (Pf). 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. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.

The fifth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Backflow Prevention (P). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The sixth violation involved facility maintenance. Inspectors documented: Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C). Plumbing issues can cause sewage backup and serious contamination.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/14/2025 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.