Daily Table
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2025
95
Score
Going back to 2022, Daily Table has 16 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 26, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.
“Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Dorchester sits at 86, putting Daily Table on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in kitchen broken service call has been made for repair. There are 2 other hand sinks in the kitchen available and fully operational for hand washing.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent covers with visible dust grease build up / Clean to remove Hood tag is current through October 2024. Store walk in cooler - condensor fan covers with visible dust build up / Clean to remove.
590.006/6-201.17-C
95
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Walls near the 3 bay sink with visible soils / Clean to remove Condensor fan covers in walkin with visible dust /Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
95
Dec 5, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection packages of yogurt in the open air cooler with temperatures ranging from 45-57F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All TCS foods were removed at the time of the re-inspection. Unit was fucntioning at 41F at the time of the visit. If unit is unable to maintain a temperature pof below 41F tehnit is to be only used ot store Non-TCS foods.
590.003/3-501.16-P
86
Nov 28, 2023
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: At the time of the re-inspection packages of yogurt in the open air cooler with temperatures ranging from 45-57F. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. All TCS foods were removed at the time of the re-inspection. Unit was fucntioning at 41F at the time of the visit. If unit is unable to maintain a temperature pof below 41F tehnit is to be only used ot store Non-TCS foods.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection there was still signs of fruit fly activity noted in the back storage/trash/kitchen area's. Address and provide an additional pest control report reflecting fruit fly treatment for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
82
Nov 13, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked potatoes in the front service cooler with an elevated temperature of 52F possibly due to being stacked to high. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Food was removed at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from 9/2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Several lights out above the cooking line. Replace. 2 Lights out in the front service open air cooler. Replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection there was still signs of fruit fly activity noted in the back storage/trash/kitchen area's. Address and provide an additional pest control report reflecting fruit fly treatment for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Area on the side of the walk-in cooler with excess debris. Clean to remove in order for pest control to properly bait.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several trash barrels in the main kitchne area and front storage area with no lids. Provide in order to help minimize and fruit fly activity.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front service open air cooler with pre-made meals with a slightly elevated temperature of 41F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
64
Nov 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked potatoes in the front service cooler with an elevated temperature of 52F possibly due to being stacked to high. Address and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Food was removed at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of heavy fruit fly activity noted in the back storage/trash area's. Address and provide an additional pest control report reflecting fruit fly treatment for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Area on the side of the walk-in cooler with excess debris. Clean to remove in order for pest control to properly bait.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Several lights out above the cooking line. Replace. 2 Lights out in the front service open air cooler. Replace.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from 9/2023. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several trash barrels in the main kitchne area and front storage area with no lids. Provide in order to help minimize and fruit fly activity.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Front service open air cooler with pre-made meals with a slightly elevated temperature of 41F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
590.004/4-202.16-C
61
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in teh dumpster/back storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection indicating treatment of the fruit flies.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the second walk-in cooler visibly soiled adn with food spills. Clean to remove. Interior of the stackable Blodgett ovens with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remoe.
590.004/4-602.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date and (as stated by management) does not appear to be functioninig properly. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
78
Jan 31, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board in the produce preparation room heavily scoared and visibly soiled. Clean to remove resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Lower shelf of the preparation table in the produce room with tools and other chemicals and equipment. Remove any unecessary equipment and tools from preparation room.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the 2 stackable Soutbend ovens with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remove. Top of the knife holder in the main kitchen at the end of the preparation tables visibly soiled. Clean to remove. Lower shelf of the 2 door True freezer storing fruits visibly soiled and with food spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Nov 16, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Sept. 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
95
Oct 24, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Sept. 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the second walk-in refrigerator with visible meat/food spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Oct 7, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fly activity on and around the cut Yuca Root. Address.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Portion of wall located under the exit sign in the back storage room damaged. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor of the second walk-in refrigerator with visible meat/food spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Sept. 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes fo frozen food products observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in freezer. Discontinue and store all food products elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
590.003/3-305.12-C
78
Aug 10, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted by the bags of onions and the recycle bins. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Pest control report was on site from 6/14/2022. Management is to provide an additional IPM report at the time of the re-inspection addressing the fruit fly issue.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jun 23, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted by the bags of onions and the recycle bins. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. Pest control report was on site from 6/14/2022. Management is to provide an additional IPM report at the time of the re-inspection addressing the fruit fly issue.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the hand sink near the hot water heaters is leaking. At the time of the re-inspection the cold water faucet was not functioning properly. Repair. Repairs had been made to the other sinks at the time of the re-inspection.
590.005/5-205.15-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
May 24, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted by the bags of onions and the recycle bins. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 2 bay sink in the main kitchen area is leaking. Pipe under the hand sink near the hot water heaters is leaking. Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make all necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Bag of onions observed being stored on the ground in the main kitchen area. Discontinue and store all foods in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of the Large Hobart stand mixer with cacked on foods. Lower shelf located next to the mixer with food soils. Clean to remove. Floor of the walk-in cooler storing poultry heavily soiled and with food spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed beingleft out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in a Food Safety Course for the re-inspection.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Daily Table last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Daily Table on file is from Feb 26, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Daily Table?
Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Daily Table.
How does Daily Table compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Daily Table most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Daily Table's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Daily Table have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Daily Table 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 Daily Table inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Daily Table is inspected around six times per year on average.
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