Dacia Market

16 Dacia St, Dorchester, MA 02125
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Dacia Market four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 23, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Compared to other Dorchester restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Conditions of use (p)
Inspector notes: Hot Shot insect spray being used near and around the 3 bay sink. Discontinue use.
590.007/7-202.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of heavy fruit fly activity noted near the 3 bay sink. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excess boxes and debris observed on the side staircase. Remove all unecessary trash and debris and discontinue blocking side door access.
590.006/6-501.114-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Drainage pipe from the compressor of the walk-in cooler not plumbed/connected properly. Address and ensnure proper plumbing.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Fan cover of the small walk-in cooler visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: cats are not alloud inside establishment remove kitty litter and food.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Pest proof bottom of front entrance door.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light bulb missing inside dairy walk in cooler provide.
590.006/6-303.11-C
82
Mar 28, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dacia Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dacia Market on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Dacia Market compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Dacia Market most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Dacia Market's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Dacia Market have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dacia 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 Dacia Market inspected?

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