Codman Square Market

331 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Codman Square Market stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “compliance with food law” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Codman Square Market's latest score of 90 sits above the Jamaica Plain average of 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: Permit is unpaid

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Compliance with food law (p)

Inspector notes: 2 bags of balls of cheese with no labels for source defrosted then stored in warm water at the counter. Per PIC bags of frozen cheese are drop off at the establishment be sold at the location. Discontinue All products were voluntary discard and denature with bleach by PIC.

590.003(A)/3-201.11-P

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed cardboard used on shelving . Discontinue. (corrected on site by PIC)

590.004/4-101.11-C

Feb 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (p)

Inspector notes: Produce observed stored on top of cardbaord bottle of soda observed stored on shelving on top of cardbard boxes of eggs observed seating on top of cardbaord. Remove.

590.004/4-101.11-P

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple boxes of merchandise and cases of soda observed stored on the ground. Remove and elevate.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Interior of 2 and 12 door refrigerator unit observed soiled. Clean and sanatize to remove visible spill and debris accumulation

590.004/4-602.13-C

Oct 13, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)

Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing and then selling foods from " Retail Stores" such as Market Basket / Stop & Shop

590.003/3-101.11-P

Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Discontinue allowing dogs / pets inside the store if they are NOT " Service Animals"- place sign on the front door as discussed

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Apr 18, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Compliance with food law (p)

Inspector notes: Discontinue selling any foods not purchased from a reputable wholesaler - [ pastry stuffed with ccoked meats being sold at the front counter -

590.003(A)/3-201.11-P

Jan 24, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Compliance with food law (p)

Inspector notes: Stuffed pastries being sold on the front counter [ appear homemade - ne wholesale receipt available ] removed during inspection

590.003(A)/3-201.11-P

(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)

Inspector notes: No 2023 health permit posted on site - provide and post in a conspicuous location of the store as discussed -- discontinue selling any foods not purchased from reputable wholesale suppliers

590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF

Nov 1, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Codman Square Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Codman Square Market on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Codman Square Market?

Across the inspection record, “compliance with food law” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Codman Square Market.

How does Codman Square Market compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?

Codman Square Market most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.

Has Codman Square Market's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Codman Square Market 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 Codman Square Market inspected?

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

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