Inspection
Oct 1, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source
Retail Food · Boston, MA
Tipsy's Beer & Wine
739 Parker St
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Quick Answers
- When was Tipsy's Beer & Wine last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 1, 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?
- 9 inspections on record, from Sep 28, 2023 to Oct 1, 2026.
- Has Tipsy's Beer & Wine ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 28, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspectionsInspection
Nov 28, 2025
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Single pouch if caprisun observed in cold unit for sales. Discontinue. PIC voluntarily discard 1 pouches of caprisun.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
:Refrigeration shelvings observed lined with carboard. Discontinue
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, Nov 28, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 18, 2025
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling
Official Wording
Food Labels (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Single pouch if caprisun observed in cold unit for sales. Discontinue. PIC voluntarily discard 1 pouches of caprisun.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
:Refrigeration shelvings observed lined with carboard. Discontinue
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, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 27, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
notedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
**2025 Health Permit is outstanding . Please contact ISDHealth@boston.gov via email and provide the proper permit# to request the link for applicable payments. Thank You
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingminorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Refrigeration shelvings observed lined with carboard. Discontinue
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
Evidence of live cat on premises. PIC to email current detailed IPM report to : inca.prince@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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 27, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jan 17, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Refrigeration shelvings observed lined with carboard. Discontinue
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
Evidence of live cat on premises. PIC to email current detailed IPM report to : inca.prince@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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
**2025 Health Permit is outstanding . Please contact ISDHealth@boston.gov via email and provide the proper permit# to request the link for applicable payments. Thank You
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 30, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 30, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 22, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Large quantity of beverage cases observed stored on the floor. 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed live cat inside the premises. Remove and maintain away.
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 22, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 15, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official Wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Large quantity of beverage cases observed stored on the floor. 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationmajorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed live cat inside the premises. Remove and maintain away.
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 15, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 28, 2023
Passed
6 recorded violations
minorCode 590.003/3-303.12-COther
Official Wording
Storage or Display of Food in Contact with Water or Ice (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean inside all multi glass door refrigeration / freezer units from all visible soils
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.005/5-501.116-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Receptacles (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Maintain clean after use to reduce potential soils that may attract rodent activity
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 590.006/6-101.11-COther
Official Wording
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean floors throughout the store from all visible soils
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance
Official Wording
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Clean underneath the small set of stairs heading up to the retail liquor / beer section of the store from expired bottled soda containers and other loose debris
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 issuesmajorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther
Official Wording
Prohibiting Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Remove the cat from the premises
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.006/6-501.16-COther
Official Wording
Drying Mops (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Keep all in use wet mops and brooms elevated off the floors a minimum of six inches after use - keep inside the mop bucket filled with bleach as discussed
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, Sep 28, 2023 · Original Source
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