Inspection record
The Tavern at the End of the World
108 Cambridge St · Boston, MA 02129
2inspections since May 2026
37violations recorded
HE_FailExtlatest result (city code)
License category: Eating & Drinking
Inspection history
Oct 26, 2026HE_FailExt19 violations
**Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide & keep accessible
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk bins observed not labeled. Provide labels when removed from original containers
*Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Several cold holding unit observed missing a conspicuous thermometer. Provide & keep visible
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple containers of foods observed missing date marking. Provide made/ date if kept for more than 24 hours.
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Mop sink observed missing front enclosure. Provide to prevent contamination
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. Provide active managerial controls
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Bar & mens restroom observed missing handwashing signage. Provide to encourage handwashing and prevent contamination
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Handwashing sink downstairs observed without paper towels. Provide & maintain accessible at all time
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Establishment observed without a food prep sink. Per PIC produce/fruits/vegges gets washed downstairs in the middle compartment of the 3 bay sink. Additional 2 bay sink observed upstairs in the kitchen area. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost install of a food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
PIC piping under hanwashing sink in the lower level observed leaking. Repair according to plumbing law.
*(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
PIC unable to provide Servsafe certificate. Post current servsafe certificate PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Food dispensing utensils observed stored in 83F stagnant water. Discontinue & store as discussed
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Multiple ceiling tiles observed missing downstairs in thre food prep area. Repair
*Backflow Prevention Device Location (C)
Establishment observed without a food prep sink. Per PIC produce/fruits/vegges gets washed downstairs in the middle compartment of the 3 bay sink. Additional 2 bay sink observed upstairs in the kitchen area. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost install of a food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov ** Plumbers report was provided Variance request was provided to the operator on site during the inspection
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Kitchen observed without handwashing sink. Install Per PIC hanwashing takes place in one bay of the 2 bay sink on site. Plumbers report was provided to be reviewed by ISD Health Management
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior low temp dishwasher observed soiled by black substances build up meat slicer observed with soils build up. Clean & sanitize to remove
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting boards observed heavily scored & stained. Resurface/replace/clean to remove
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door observed missing door sweep. Install to prevent pest access.
*Handwashing Aids and Devices Use Restrictions (C)
2 bay sink in the kitchen area observed supplied with paper towel & soap. Discontinue
Oct 19, 2026HE_Fail18 violations
*Cutting Surfaces (C)
Cutting boards observed heavily scored & stained. Resurface/replace/clean to remove
**(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Violations noted on the inspection report. Provide active managerial controls
*Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Bulk bins observed not labeled. Provide labels when removed from original containers
*In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Food dispensing utensils observed stored in 83F stagnant water. Discontinue & store as discussed
*Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Mop sink observed missing front enclosure. Provide to prevent contamination
**Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)
Multiple containers of foods observed missing date marking. Provide made/ date if kept for more than 24 hours.
*(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
PIC unable to provide Servsafe certificate. Post current servsafe certificate PIC unable to provide Allergen Awareness Certificate. Post current Allergen Awareness Certificate
*Handwashing Signage (C)
Bar & mens restroom observed missing handwashing signage. Provide to encourage handwashing and prevent contamination
*Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
Several cold holding unit observed missing a conspicuous thermometer. Provide & keep visible
**Food Temperature Measuring Devices (Pf)
PIC unable to provide a metal probe thermometer. Provide & keep accessible
*Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Multiple ceiling tiles observed missing downstairs in thre food prep area. Repair
**(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
Interior low temp dishwasher observed soiled by black substances build up meat slicer observed with soils build up. Clean & sanitize to remove
**Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Kitchen observed without handwashing sink. Install Per PIC hanwashing takes place in one bay of the 2 bay sink on site
*System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
PIC piping under hanwashing sink in the lower level observed leaking. Repair according to plumbing law.
*Handwashing Aids and Devices Use Restrictions (C)
2 bay sink in the kitchen area observed supplied with paper towel & soap. Discontinue
***Backflow Prevention (P)
Establishment observed without a food prep sink. Per PIC produce/fruits/vegges gets washed downstairs in the middle compartment of the 3 bay sink. Additional 2 bay sink observed upstairs in the kitchen area. PIC to provide plumbers report on the cost install of a food prep sink to: inca.prince@boston.gov
*Outer Openings Protected (C)
Back door observed missing door sweep. Install to prevent pest access.
**Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Handwashing sink downstairs observed without paper towels. Provide & maintain accessible at all time
Violation severity marks (*, **, ***) are the city's published violation levels. Result codes are Boston ISD's own codes, shown verbatim - we found no public legend. Methodology