Dorchester Fried Chicken

851 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124

American

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Dorchester Fried Chicken has been inspected three times since 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The city-wide average for Dorchester sits at 86, putting Dorchester Fried Chicken on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food soils inside of the refrigeration and freezer units. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple plastic squeeze bottles missing labels to identify the product. Provide

590.003/3-302.12-C

Jul 16, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Walls and ceilings attachments (c)

Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in May 2025 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP

590.006/6-201.17-C

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Backflow prevention air gap (p)

Inspector notes: Provide an air gap under the food prep sink / Please contact a licensed plumber and ensure proper permits are pulled from ISD plumbing

590.005/5-202.13-P

Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)

Inspector notes: No hand sink at the front counter hot holding cabinet / Provide

590.005/5-204.11-PF

Closing toilet room doors (c)

Inspector notes: Provide restroom door to be self closing

590.006/6-501.19-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dorchester Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dorchester Fried Chicken on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Dorchester Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

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

Has Dorchester Fried Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dorchester Fried Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dorchester Fried Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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