Alex Market VI

466 Talbot Av, Dorchester, MA 02124
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Alex Market VI has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

By comparison, the average Dorchester facility scores 86, putting Alex Market VI on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bottled starbucks drinks with exp date of 4/6/26 in the refrigeration unit. Remove all expired products.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes and wicker baskets stored on the floor with potatoes and onions. Remove and elevate properly
590.003/3-305.11-C
82
Oct 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: 20 Frappucino drinks 46F 15 dozen Raw shell eggs 57F 20 Lunchables turkey 48F / All in beverage wall cooler / All items have been removed and voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time. / Only non TCS food and drink may remain in the unit until properly repaired / Provide 41F or below.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Beverage cooler operating at 57F/ Repair to provide 41F or below
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: 1 live mouse seen during inspection / Running from register area to under shelving where rice is stored. Small rodent droppings noted in the corner beside the freezer / Remove and contact exterminator / No IPM reports on site provide
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide fixed thermometer inside the beverage cooler
590.004/4-204.112-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: All doors on beverage wall cooler do not appear to be closing properly / Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Bottom of front door is missing weather stripping / Provide
590.006/6-202.15-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: 1 container of Ricotta cheese expired 10/8/2025 and 1 container of sour cream expired 10/20/2025 / PIC removed from shelves. Ensure proper rotation of food
590.003/3-307.11-C
58
May 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small rodent droppings on food and non-food shelving as well as candy shelves. Rodent droppings also noted on floors and window sils / Unclear on extermination company PIC states they are here bi-weekly. No IPM reports on site / Remove all items from all shelving to provide a deep clean and sanitize. Remove droppingd clean and sanitize floors and window sils
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Provide weather stripping to the bottom of the front door
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior walls of the facade with visible cracks/holes. Allowing for possible entry / Repair to seal cracks and holes
590.006/6-501.11-C
82
Oct 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: There is a small leak coming from the basement ceiling. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Basement floor with exces moisture. Clean to remove. There are no food products being stored in the basement at this time.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet to the basement restroom not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
86
Jul 17, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Several cans of diced tomatoes on sales shelf with past expiration dates from May of 2023. Address and ensure foods are being checked regularly for past expiration dates prior to and while out on the sales floor. Cans were removed at the time of the visit.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet to the basement restroom not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Basement floor with exces moisture. Clean to remove. There are no food products being stored in the basement at this time.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Small Cape Dairy freezer not functioning properly and all Richs slush's were completely melted. Address discontinue use and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: There is a small leak coming from the basement ceiling. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.006/6-201.11-C
74
Jul 10, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Several cans of diced tomatoes on sales shelf with past expiration dates from May of 2023. Address and ensure foods are being checked regularly for past expiration dates prior to and while out on the sales floor. Cans were removed at the time of the visit.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Small Cape Dairy freezer not functioning properly and all Richs slush's were completely melted. Address discontinue use and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Faucet to the basement restroom not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
82
May 15, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Hershey's ice cream chest with excess frost/ice build-up . Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Nov 2, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the shelves stroing bags of chips. Address clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspeciton.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the sliding glass Ice cream freezer with excess frost and ice build-up. Clean to remove. There was no product inside of the freezer at the time of the inspection.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
May 6, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no test strips available for the 3 bay sink. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were only 2 drain plugs for the 3 bay sink. Provide all 3 in order to properly wash rinse and sanititize all equipment.
590.004/4-204.119-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Knives observed being stored in between wall and the 3 bay sink. Discontinue and store all knives in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Long ice cream freezer with excess ice/frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Alex Market VI last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Alex Market VI on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Alex Market VI?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Alex Market VI.

How does Alex Market VI compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Alex Market VI most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Alex Market VI's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Alex Market VI have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Alex Market VI means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Alex Market VI inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Alex Market VI is inspected around three times per year on average.