Ashmont Convenience Store

1996 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Ashmont Convenience Store has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Prohibiting animals” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Dorchester sits at 86, putting Ashmont Convenience Store on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Starbucks frappucino drinks with dates from 8/18/2025 Canned food with best by date of 2/2025 - can be sold for discount but should be clearly marked beyond BB date Lunchables use by date 8/25/2025 Ensure proper rotation of foods
590.003/3-307.11-C
95
Apr 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: 1 patti sandwich in plastic wrap in reach in / Owner states it comes from SKB wholesale / Owner has removed sandwich from reach in until proof of wholesaler can be provided
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: 1 patti sandwich missing label / Provide full label with all ingredients listed
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Owner's non-service dog in store / Remove and ensure service animals only.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Cans of cranberry sauce pork and beans and chicken soup past expiration dates / Owner removed from shelving. Ensure a thorough check of all canned foods and remove any others past expiration Snack packs of pudding and jello past best buy dates / Cannot be sold as is or at full price. If owner wishes to sell notification of past best buy dates must be disclosed in conspicuous manner.
590.003/3-302.11-C
67
May 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 22, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 6, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Puppy observed living on the premises at the time of the inspection. Remove and ensure there are no animals living on the premises unless approved service animals.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several storage shelves loated on the sales floor lined with cardboard. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
590.004/4-202.16-C
86
Jun 27, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of the ice cream freezer with excess ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink near the back storage area not draining properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Lights inside of the cooler storing pre-packaged deli meats with no shields. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Bottled beverages observed being stored directly under the drainage pipe to the hand sink. Discontinue and ensure all food items are being stored in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several shelves storing bottled beverages observed lines with carboard. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.
590.004/4-202.16-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ashmont Convenience Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ashmont Convenience Store on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ashmont Convenience Store?

Across the inspection record, “prohibiting animals” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ashmont Convenience Store.

How does Ashmont Convenience Store compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Ashmont Convenience Store most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Ashmont Convenience Store's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ashmont Convenience Store have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ashmont Convenience Store 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 Ashmont Convenience Store inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ashmont Convenience Store is inspected around three times per year on average.