SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sid's Smoke Shop last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 14, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
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?
8 inspections on record, from Oct 4, 2023 to Jan 14, 2026.
Has Sid's Smoke Shop ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 4, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspections
Inspection
Jan 14, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple items on the retail shelves observed with expired sell by dates.Remove/rotate items PIC instructed to remove expired items daily & monitor PIC removing
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, Jan 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 7, 2026
Failed
1 recorded violation
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther
Official Wording
Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Multiple items on the retail shelves observed with expired sell by dates.Remove/rotate items PIC instructed to remove expired items daily & monitor PIC removing
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, May 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 11, 2023
Passed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official Wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Expired yogurt hotdogs and commercially prepared sandwiches in retail cooler. Voluntarily discarded by PIC. Monitor dates of perishable foods and remove from shelves when expired.
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.
Multiple dead mice on glue traps in basement. Discard dead pests. Provide current pest 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 11, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 4, 2023
Failed
3 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination
Official Wording
Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Expired yogurt hotdogs and commercially prepared sandwiches in retail cooler. Voluntarily discarded by PIC. Monitor dates of perishable foods and remove from shelves when expired.
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.
Multiple dead mice on glue traps in basement. Discard dead pests. Provide current pest 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.