SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Karen Market last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 23, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
11 inspections on record, from Oct 4, 2023 to Oct 23, 2026.
Has Karen Market ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 4, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspections
Inspection
Oct 23, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiples frozen dessert without label/ Provide Label
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Observed small black flies in the reatil area. Provide detail pest control report
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 23, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 16, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiples frozen dessert without label/ Provide Label
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Observed small black flies in the reatil area. Provide detail pest control report
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.
Observed employee washing mango on the handwashing sink/ Discontinue
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed cheese stored in the refrigeration without label./Provide label
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Circus-Man Coffin freezer observed with excess frost build -up. Defrost and Clean to remove Retail shelving/observed dust/soils on food cans/clean to remove dust/soils
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
10 Bottle of Nance en almbar with past expiration date from June 2025.6 bottles Luroco en salmuera ( Loroco In brine) with past expiration date from 10/2020. Facundo Gandulles _Pigeen Peas with past expiration date from 09.2023. /Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for expiration dates
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Small amount of mise dropping observed on the selves with dry goods. Clean to remove/Provide IPM report to Keila.depina@boston.gov
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.
Observed employee washing mango on the handwashing sink/ Discontinue
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.
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed cheese stored in the refrigeration without label./Provide label
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Circus-Man Coffin freezer observed with excess frost build -up. Defrost and Clean to remove Retail shelving/observed dust/soils on food cans/clean to remove dust/soils
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
10 Bottle of Nance en almbar with past expiration date from June 2025.6 bottles Luroco en salmuera ( Loroco In brine) with past expiration date from 10/2020. Facundo Gandulles _Pigeen Peas with past expiration date from 09.2023. /Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for expiration dates
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Small amount of mise dropping observed on the selves with dry goods. Clean to remove/Provide IPM report to Keila.depina@boston.gov
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 6, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 4, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 4, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
May 28, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 2, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 2, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 18, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2024
Passed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test strips on site for QUATs sanitizer used. Provide.
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.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 9, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.004/4-302.14-PFCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No test strips on site for QUATs sanitizer used. Provide.
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.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.