Erie Pub
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
70
Score
Erie Pub has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “system maintained in good repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to other Dorchester restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed a black mold subtance inside of the ice machine clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing a thermometer to confirm food temps. Provide at all times.
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: High temp dishmachine missing detergent and sanitizer. Provide at all times
590.004/4-303.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Missing a valid servesafe certificate. Post and provide
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
70
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior panel of ice machine visiby soiled / Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small rodent droppings in corner behind ice machine and on bottom shelving of dry goods / Remove. South Shore Pest is out monthly last IPM 11/12/25. Ensure daily cleaning and if activity continues move to more frequent exterminations.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
82
May 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: small rodent droppings observed behind ice machine on dry good shelving and along the walls in the prep area / Remove and contacf exterminator. South shorepest on monthly schedule. Recommended to move to bi-weekly / maintain floors clean daily
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small rodent droppings noted in corner next to ice machine and on the opposite wall / South shore pest provides bi-weekly exterminations. No IPM reports on site / Provide last months worth of IPM reports. / Remove droppings and maintain daily
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Dec 4, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips available at the time of the inspection. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(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
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen with a very slow drain. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe under the 2 bay sink in the main kitchen is leaking. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
78
May 2, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Handwashing sinks installation (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet in the mens room is not functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-202.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen area not draining properly. Pipe under the 2 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Pipe under the hand sink next to the 3 compartment sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No equipment thermometer observed inside of the Frigidaire refrigeration uit in the back preparation room. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
86
Jul 20, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no equipment thermometers observed in the refrigerator/freezer in the back preparation area. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
95
Jun 6, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen does not drain properly. Pipe under the hand sink in the back preparation area is leaking. Pipe under the 2 bay sink in the main kitchen is leaking. Address and make all necessary repairs. Plumber has been scheduled to be on site and address all repairs on Wed. 5/25/2022.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from April 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Referral to be made to the City of Boston Fire Department for expired tags. Hood cleaning has been scheduled for the week of 5/30/2022.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
May 16, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Interior chute to the ice machine with visible soils and sludge-like substance. Clean to remove.
590.003/3-304.11-P
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no food thermometers. Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there were no test strips available. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light above the back preparation table with no shields. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Handwashing sinks installation (c)
Inspector notes: Hand washing sink in the mens restroom only runs for approximately 3 seconds tehn needs to be reset. Address make any necessary adjustments to ensure sink runs for a minimum of 15 seconds.
590.005/5-202.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the main kitchen does not drain properly. Pipe under the hand sink in the back preparation area is leaking. Pipe under the 2 bay sink in the main kitchen is leaking. Address and make all necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from April 2022. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Referral to be made to the City of Boston Fire Department for expired tags.
590.006/6-201.11-C
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Erie Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Erie Pub on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Erie Pub?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Erie Pub.
How does Erie Pub compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Erie Pub most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 85.
Has Erie Pub's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Erie Pub have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Erie Pub 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 Erie Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Erie Pub is inspected around three times per year on average.
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