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Retail Food · Boston, MA

Apollo's Market

914 Morton St

Last inspected Oct 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

Quick Answers

When was Apollo's Market last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 5 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Dec 6, 2023 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has Apollo's Market ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 6, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

Inspection

Oct 22, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC not monitoring products for expired dates. Observed multiple dented cans and expired products available for purchase. Remove products identified.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official Wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed multiple expired and heavily dented canned products on the shelving units. Inspect all products to remove accordingly. Observed packaged bread with mold. PIC removed once directed. Advised to inspect all products frequently to remove and discard when required.

In Plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed heavy food soils on the shelving unit utilized for fruit and veg storage. Clean to remove all soils. And store products in food grade approved bins.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed small black droppings on multiple pieces of equipment. On top of can beverage case at the front door. On top of the granite counter top. Clean to remove. Observed small black droppings inside of cardboard boxes utilized for shelving products on wire racks. Remove and discard all cardboards. Not permitted for use of storage. Observed dead roaches inside of the glue boards. Remove and sanitize all areas.

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed heavy debris behind the lottery machine and next to the rear freezer case. Remove and clean the area.

In Plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 15, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

PIC not monitoring products for expired dates. Observed multiple dented cans and expired products available for purchase. Remove products identified.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official Wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed multiple expired and heavily dented canned products on the shelving units. Inspect all products to remove accordingly. Observed packaged bread with mold. PIC removed once directed. Advised to inspect all products frequently to remove and discard when required.

In Plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed heavy food soils on the shelving unit utilized for fruit and veg storage. Clean to remove all soils. And store products in food grade approved bins.

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed small black droppings on multiple pieces of equipment. On top of can beverage case at the front door. On top of the granite counter top. Clean to remove. Observed small black droppings inside of cardboard boxes utilized for shelving products on wire racks. Remove and discard all cardboards. Not permitted for use of storage. Observed dead roaches inside of the glue boards. Remove and sanitize all areas.

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed heavy debris behind the lottery machine and next to the rear freezer case. Remove and clean the area.

In Plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 13, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed food soils on the metal shelving unit with produce. Clean to remove

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed rodent droppings on the floor. Clean to remove

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 6, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed food soils on the metal shelving unit with produce. Clean to remove

In Plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Observed rodent droppings on the floor. Clean to remove

In Plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 18, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 18, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 18, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 6, 2023

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 6, 2023 · Original Source

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