Inspection
Oct 5, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 5, 2026 · Original Source
Retail Food · Boston, MA
Quincy Market
236 Quincy St
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Quick Answers
- When was Quincy Market last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 5, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 10 inspections on record, from Mar 20, 2024 to Oct 5, 2026.
- Has Quincy Market ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 10 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 20, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
10 inspectionsInspection
Apr 14, 2025
Passed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Some open boxes of foods are stored on floor elevate 6 to 8" or higher.
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 contaminationminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Tops of cans soiled clean through out store.
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace cracked tiles near dairy unit.
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 problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No paper towels at hand sink inside restroom provide.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther
Official Wording
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed opened kitter litter box and food animals are not allowed on premises remove.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 14, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 3, 2025
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Some open boxes of foods are stored on floor elevate 6 to 8" or higher.
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 contaminationminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Tops of cans soiled clean through out store.
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 problemsminorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Replace cracked tiles near dairy unit.
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 problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No paper towels at hand sink inside restroom provide.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther
Official Wording
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed opened kitter litter box and food animals are not allowed on premises remove.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 3, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
continue additional pest control service.
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 insectsminorCode 590.004/4-202.17-COther
Official Wording
Kick Plates Removable (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove kick plates from shelving to perform cleaning and pest control services.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 23, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-202.17-COther
Official Wording
Kick Plates Removable (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove kick plates from shelving to perform cleaning and pest control services.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
continue additional pest control service.
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 23, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 10, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
must provide an additional 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 3, 2024
Hearing scheduled
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official Wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rear exit door pest strip has an opening repair or replace.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed chips chewed into by mice must provide additional pest services.
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 3, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 22, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No hand wash sink behind service counter where sale of slush is conducted provide.
In Plain English
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-202.15-COther
Official Wording
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rear exit door pest strip has an opening repair or replace.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed chips chewed into by mice must provide additional pest services.
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 29, 2024
Failed (extension granted)
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
NO paper towel in a dispenser provide.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingmajorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No hand wash sink behind service counter where sale of slush is conducted provide.
In Plain English
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.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Evidence of mice droppings on chip shelving clean sanitize and must provide additional pest services.
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 insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 29, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 20, 2024
Failed
3 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Evidence of mice droppings on chip shelving clean sanitize and provide current 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsmajorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No hand wash sink behind service counter where sale of slush is conducted provide.
In Plain English
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.
More about handwashing problemsmajorCode 590.006/6-301.12-PFOther
Official Wording
Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
NO paper towel in a dispenser provide.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source