Caribbean Market

558 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Caribbean Market has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “segregation and location-distressed merchandise” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Restaurants in Dorchester average 86, so Caribbean Market trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed a cat laying on the counter. Remove and discontinue harboring animals inside of location.

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed mulitple can foods expired. check all shelved cans and jars and removed expired products.

590.006/6-404.11-PF

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy debris observed in the rear storage room and basement of establishment. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.114-C

(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Heavy food soils and evidence of mold observed in the stand up freezer. Clean to remove Food debris observed under multiple shelving units and refrigeration units. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

May 2, 2025

Routine

3 major violations.

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Food labels (pf)

Inspector notes: Coco bread sandwiches in grab and go refrigeration without labels / Provide individual labels on each sandwich with a complete list of ingredients

590.003/3-602.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Cat on premis / Remove

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)

Inspector notes: Several frappucinos with expiration dates in April 2025 Lunchables with use by dates in April 2025 Remove all expired products and ensure proper rotation

590.006/6-404.11-PF

Oct 4, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Cat on premis / Remove

590.006/6-501.115-PF

May 15, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 8, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)

Inspector notes: 4 Packages of hot dogs with a past expiration date from Nov. 2022. Address and ensure all food products are being checked prior to and while on the sales floor for past expiration dates. Hot dogs were removed at the time of the inspection.

590.006/6-404.11-PF

Insect control devices design and installation (c)

Inspector notes: Open bags of poison observed in the basement storage area. Discntinue and ensure proper pest control.

590.006/6-202.13-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Interior of the ice cream freezer with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Portions of the basement floor with food spills. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Apr 25, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)

Inspector notes: 5 packages of hot dogs with an expiration date from 2021. Address and ensure all food are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for past expiration dates. Packages of hot dogs were removed at the time of the inspection.

590.003/3-701.11-P

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Excess boxes and debris observed in front of the rear exit. Address and remove any unecessary clutter and debris.

590.006/6-501.114-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caribbean Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caribbean Market on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caribbean Market?

Across the inspection record, “segregation and location-distressed merchandise” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caribbean Market.

How does Caribbean Market compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Caribbean Market most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Caribbean Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caribbean Market have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Caribbean Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Caribbean Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caribbean Market is inspected around two times per year on average.

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