- Current
- 0
- Violations
- 18
- Corrections
- 18
- Inspections
- 10
- Failures
- 4
- Pests
- 1
Last Inspection
Jul 16, 2025, 2:51 PMNo ViolationsFiled
Jul 16, 2025Filed
No ViolationsNo Violations During This Inspection
Nearby Pest Activity
3 pest reports within 100ft in the last 2 years
mouse!92ft away · 311 · 1y ago- mouse!0ft away · 311 · 1y ago
trash rat!7ft away · 311 Boston · 1y ago
Violation Categories
🧹Facility Maintenance & Cleanliness24
🍴Equipment & Utensils18
🐀Pest Activity12
🌡️Food Temperature & Holding8
🧼Personal Hygiene & Handwashing5
🚰Plumbing & Water3
Inspection Timeline
Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
Sep 3, 20241 violation · 2 correctionsPass
Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass
+10 more inspections available
Inspection data sourced from official Boston health department records.
🐛 Report an issueFrequently 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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