Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop

134 K St, South Boston, MA 02127

American

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop seven times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader South Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 87, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 18, 2025

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 the stand up refrigerator next to ice machine. Clean to remove Exterior of ice machine with food soils and dust. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Food labels (c)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meat and sliced deli cheese wrapped with plastic wrap. Provide the proper date and label when removing from the original packaging.

590.003/3-602.11-C

Feb 26, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed equipment stored in the handsink. Remove and discontinue. Handsink should be accesible at all times.

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheese stored unwrapped in the flip top unit. Provide proper wrapping or storage at all times to prevent contamination.

590.003/3-302.11-C

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Observed raw shells eggs stored above individual milks inside double stacked refrigerated units @ counter. Discussed with PIC to maintian seperated while stored in refrigerated units. COS

590.003/3-302.11-P

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced deli meats / cheeses held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide for all ready to eat food items stored and held over 24hrs.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris / spills on slicer and prep tables inside upper kitchen. Clean to remove all spills / debris

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Temperature measuring devices food-accuracy (pf)

Inspector notes: Food thermometer unable to be located. Provide and maintain accessible

590.004/4-203.11-PF

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

Inspector notes: Observed multiple squeeze bottles stored in reach in unit @ cook line unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside

590.003/3-302.12-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: Observed no thermometers inside refrigerated units. Provide

590.004/4-204.112-C

Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced cheeses stored in reach in unit uncovered. Provide a plastic wrap to protect from contamination

590.003/3-302.11-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Observed food stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Remove and store all foods elevated at least 6" off the floor

590.003/3-305.11-C

May 24, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed soils and dust on the exterior of ice machine. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled glue board traps with bugs. Remove and replace with clean glue traps.

590.006/6-501.111-C

Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food build up and soils on handsink fixtures. Clean to remove

590.006/6-501.18-C

May 5, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Living or sleeping quarters separation (c)

Inspector notes: Playpen in kicthen and high chair. Remove to seperate area.

590.006/6-202.112-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean under griddle of visible soils.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Nov 21, 2022

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)

Inspector notes: Date mark all prepared foods in walkin cooler.

590.003/3-501.17-PF

Food labels (pf)

Inspector notes: Provide ingredient labels for cookies at front counter.

590.003/3-602.11-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floors at front cookline in corners and crevices and under steam table of visible food debri.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Install pest proof door sweep on front door.

590.006/6-202.15-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop.

How does Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop 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 Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ethel & Andy's Sub Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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