Dorchester Brewing Company

1246 Massachusetts Av, Dorchester, MA 02125
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Dorchester Brewing Company has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Mar 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.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

Compared to the broader Dorchester restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Dish machine thermometer not in working order Supply new to read interior temp of Dish Machine
590.004/4-204.115-PF
90
Jul 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: bar 3 bay sinks/provide sanitizer and test kit
590.004/4-302.14-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink/provide drain plugs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: bar handsinks/ provide employee must wash hands signage
590.006/6-301.14-C
82
Nov 3, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Vents in both bathrooms and mopsink area have dust. Remove and clean.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Restrooms
590.006/6-304.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor area under all shelving and equipment.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Conditioning device design (c)
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink located upstairs bar and lower bar are missing drain plugs. Provide drain plugs in both places. Also provide glass scrubbers.
590.005/5-202.15-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Gasgets are worn on all 3 doors. Replace.
590.004/4-501.11-C
78
Feb 28, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 10, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dorchester Brewing Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dorchester Brewing Company on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Dorchester Brewing Company compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Dorchester Brewing Company most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Dorchester Brewing Company's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dorchester Brewing Company have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dorchester Brewing Company 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 Dorchester Brewing Company inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dorchester Brewing Company is inspected around two times per year on average.