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Beacon Hill Books & Cafe

July 20, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings4
critical findings0

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Failed findings

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector note: After discussion with the person in charge there are items on the menus that can be served undercooked or raw and do not have the reminder * on the menu items either online or on the printed menus; provide an * on menu items that can be served raw or undercooked.
code 590.003/3-603.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices Manual and Mechanical Warewashing (Pf)

Inspector note: Establishment's irreversible thermometer turns off when put inside warewashing machine; repair or replace.
code 590.004/4-302.13-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector note: The rear patio door remained propped open during the entire inspection; outer doors should be closed or have some sort of protection to prevent pest entry.
code 590.006/6-202.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: At the rear sink in the kitchen there is no handwashing signage; provide.
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on May 18, 2026: 4 findings appeared for the first time.

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This record comes from Boston Inspectional Services, Health Division. Cooked keeps the official result and wording separate from its plain-English explanation so you can verify what the inspector actually published.

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