ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sweeney's On Boylston last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 27, 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?
7 inspections on record, from Nov 1, 2024 to Oct 27, 2026.
Has Sweeney's On Boylston ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 1, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Inspection
Oct 27, 2026
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cash register is directly above open ice bin. Relocate or cover ice.
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.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 27, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 29, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Shellstock tag not with clams. Corrected on site.
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, Jan 29, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 22, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-203.12-PFFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Shellstock tag not with clams. Corrected on site.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove standing water behind the bar.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean to remove standing water behind the bar.
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.