SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was C V S/Pharmacy No. 3890 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 18, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Report filed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Nov 16, 2023 to May 18, 2026.
Has C V S/Pharmacy No. 3890 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 16, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Inspection
May 18, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.005/5-501.115-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The concrete pads for both outdoor dumpsters have excessive dumped trash and cardboard boxes strewn around the area; clean and sanitize the refuse area and regularly clean of debris and trash to prevent pest activity.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 20, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 25, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Mold-like build-up on shelving in milk refrigerator. Clean to prevent contamiantion.
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.
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Expired granola and fruit smoothies found on retail shelves. Discard expired smoothies and move granola past "bestby" date to separate shelf. Monitor dates for expiration.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Mold-like build-up on shelving in milk refrigerator. Clean to prevent contamiantion.
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.
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Expired granola and fruit smoothies found on retail shelves. Discard expired smoothies and move granola past "bestby" date to separate shelf. Monitor dates for expiration.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.