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Cafe Lava & Bento

Filed

290 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135

License #540355โ€ขInspected 267 days ago
Current
0
Violations
18
Corrections
18
Inspections
10
Failures
4
Pests
1

Last Inspection

Jul 16, 2025Filed
No Violations

No Violations During This Inspection

Nearby Pest Activity

3 pest reports within 100ft in the last 2 years
  • mouse!
    92ft away ยท 311 ยท 1y ago
  • mouse!
    0ft away ยท 311 ยท 1y ago
  • trash rat!
    7ft away ยท 311 Boston ยท 1y ago

    Violation Categories

    ๐ŸงนFacility Maintenance & Cleanliness24
    ๐ŸดEquipment & Utensils18
    ๐Ÿ€Pest Activity12
    ๐ŸŒก๏ธFood Temperature & Holding8
    ๐ŸงผPersonal Hygiene & Handwashing5
    ๐ŸšฐPlumbing & Water3

    Inspection Timeline

    Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
    Sep 3, 20241 violation ยท 2 correctionsPass
    Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
    Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass

    +10 more inspections available

    Inspection data sourced from official Boston health department records.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Has Cafe Lava & Bento passed its last health inspection?
    Cafe Lava & Bento's most recent inspection result was "HE_Filed" on July 16, 2025.
    How many health violations does Cafe Lava & Bento have?
    Cafe Lava & Bento has 18 total health violations across 10 inspections on record. 18 of those violations were subsequently corrected.
    How often is Cafe Lava & Bento inspected?
    Cafe Lava & Bento has been inspected 10 times. Health inspections in Boston are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
    Has Cafe Lava & Bento ever failed a health inspection?
    Yes, Cafe Lava & Bento has failed 4 out of 10 health inspections (40% failure rate).
    Does Cafe Lava & Bento have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
    Cafe Lava & Bento has 1 pest-related citation on record from health inspections. Specific findings include: 6 rodent findings (rats or mice).
    Is Cafe Lava & Bento safe to eat at?
    Cafe Lava & Bento's most recent inspection result was "HE_Filed". The restaurant has 18 violations across 10 inspections. We recommend checking the full inspection history before dining.

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