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Super Stop & Shop No. 459

460 Blue Hill Av

Last inspected Oct 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Super Stop & Shop No. 459 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 16, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 9 violations recorded, including 2 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
11 inspections on record, from Nov 14, 2023 to Oct 16, 2026.
Has Super Stop & Shop No. 459 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 14, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

11 inspections

Inspection

Oct 16, 2026

Passed

9 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther

Official Wording

When to Wash (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Observd employees in the produce cutting section changing tasks and putting on gloves with no handwashing prior- Sink visibly dry in area Properly train staff in handwashing procedures

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

The manager at the store shall properly oversee all cleaning schedules rodent control and repairs needed at the location- Review report for details

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Knives including handles and cut safe gloves in seafood department with heavy encrusted soils- Clean or discard with proper frequency Disposable gloves shall be used with cut safe gloves

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Numerous areas throughout the store with heavy encrusted soils and debris. Areas include but not limited to: Front register area including floors registers and all attached equipment Deli area all floors especially under equipment along and up walls. Walls behind refrigeration and 3 bay with black mold like buildup Seafood and meat areas with encrusted soils on equipment along floors and walls and on doors to the walkin and dept. All walkins and storage areas with heavy soils on floors along walls Employee break room with debri and soils on floor- Connected storage room with filth. No products stored in room only old equipment Entire store needs to be cleaned in all areas

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor drains throughout the store will heavy encrusted buildup- Drains i back areas completely filled with debris Clean with proper frequency

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
minorCode 590.006/6-202.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Exterior Walls and Roofs Protective Barrier (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Walls of compactor room attached to the dumpster with heavy rusting and damage that is allowing daylight to come through- Make proper repairs

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Rodent droppings noted in several areas throughout the store- Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company

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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Numerous soiled or missing ceiling tiles in rooms located on the lower level- Numerous stained ceiling tiles in retail areas- Replace

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
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official Wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Sanitizer at numerous 3 bay sinks in departments testing at above 400ppm Employees instructed to add water until repairs are made to maintain sanitizer at 200-400ppm

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 16, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 9, 2026

Failed

9 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.002/2-301.14-POther

Official Wording

When to Wash (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Observd employees in the produce cutting section changing tasks and putting on gloves with no handwashing prior- Sink visibly dry in area Properly train staff in handwashing procedures

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

The manager at the store shall properly oversee all cleaning schedules rodent control and repairs needed at the location- Review report for details

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Knives including handles and cut safe gloves in seafood department with heavy encrusted soils- Clean or discard with proper frequency Disposable gloves shall be used with cut safe gloves

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Numerous areas throughout the store with heavy encrusted soils and debris. Areas include but not limited to: Front register area including floors registers and all attached equipment Deli area all floors especially under equipment along and up walls. Walls behind refrigeration and 3 bay with black mold like buildup Seafood and meat areas with encrusted soils on equipment along floors and walls and on doors to the walkin and dept. All walkins and storage areas with heavy soils on floors along walls Employee break room with debri and soils on floor- Connected storage room with filth. No products stored in room only old equipment Entire store needs to be cleaned in all areas

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 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Floor drains throughout the store will heavy encrusted buildup- Drains i back areas completely filled with debris Clean with proper frequency

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
minorCode 590.006/6-202.16-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Exterior Walls and Roofs Protective Barrier (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Walls of compactor room attached to the dumpster with heavy rusting and damage that is allowing daylight to come through- Make proper repairs

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official Wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s Notes

Rodent droppings noted in several areas throughout the store- Provide updated detailed pest control reports from a licensed pest control company

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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Numerous soiled or missing ceiling tiles in rooms located on the lower level- Numerous stained ceiling tiles in retail areas- Replace

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
criticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals

Official Wording

Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Sanitizer at numerous 3 bay sinks in departments testing at above 400ppm Employees instructed to add water until repairs are made to maintain sanitizer at 200-400ppm

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 9, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 24, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 22, 2025

Passed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Deli meats and cheeses inside of the deli walk-in cooler with slightly elevated temperatures ranging between 45-47F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of the inspection the deli walk-in cooler appeared to have a slightly elevated temperature (40-48F) possibly due to the door being left open. Address and ensure the walk-in cooler is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to operate below 41F.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 22, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 14, 2025

Failed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-PFood temperature

Official Wording

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Inspector’s Notes

Deli meats and cheeses inside of the deli walk-in cooler with slightly elevated temperatures ranging between 45-47F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

At the time of the inspection the deli walk-in cooler appeared to have a slightly elevated temperature (40-48F) possibly due to the door being left open. Address and ensure the walk-in cooler is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to operate below 41F.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 7, 2025

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Grease trap in the seafood department in the process of being replaced. Work is scheduled to be completed by 2/5/2025.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Fan covers to the compressors in the meat department with excess dust. 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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Dec. 2024. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 30, 2025

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Grease trap in the seafood department in the process of being replaced. Work is scheduled to be completed by 2/5/2025.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Fan covers to the compressors in the meat department with excess dust. 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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Dec. 2024. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 30, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 13, 2024

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Exces trash and debris observed around the outside dumpster area. Address and clean to remove.

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, Sep 13, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 3, 2024

Report filed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-205.15-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Hand sink located in the deli department with a slow drain. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Fans located in the side meat storge room does not appear to be operating. Address and make any necessary repairs.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Fan covers of the compressors in the meat preparation room

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 3, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 20, 2023

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.13-COther

Official Wording

Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Replace cracked trash recepticle cover.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below shelving inside produce department and pet isle.

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 590.006/6-201.12-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Replace ceiling tile at bakery and loose tile at deli department.

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, Nov 20, 2023 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 14, 2023

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.13-COther

Official Wording

Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Replace cracked trash recepticle cover.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Clean floor below shelving inside produce department and pet isle.

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 590.006/6-201.12-CFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Replace ceiling tile at bakery and loose tile at deli department.

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, Nov 14, 2023 · Original Source

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