Garden Halal Meat Market
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Garden Halal Meat Market 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 19, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 10 violations each.
“Nonfood contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Boston restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Violations noted on the inspection report. PIC to train staff on violations noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Large quantity of prepped food observed stored in the upright cold unit without date marking. Per PIC foods were prepped earlier for delivery to celebrate the end of Ramadan an will be picked up within one hour. PIC to train staff on date marking
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Kitchen area observed without paper towel. Provide (cos)
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of multiple cold units observed soiled with visible water splash. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink downstairs observed leaking. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Stagnant water observed inside walk in retail floor observed lined with cardboard. Clean to remove/ discontinue
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed heavily scratched and scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
61
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
10 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink observed without paper towel. Provide means to handrying
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple old rat droppings observed under stairway and under multiple shelvings.Clean to remove PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator report @: ISDHEALTH@BOSTON.GOV/ Inca.Prince@Boston.Gov. IPM report should cite notation on drop ceiling inspection. PIC recommended to increase visit to weekly or daily
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection staff were unable to answer questions pertaining to food safety.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment observed in need of a deep cleaning througout. PIC to train staff on violation noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection Voluntarily Closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to operate
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Live dove observed flying inside the restaurant. Remove
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Warewashing equipment determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide sanitizer test strips. Provide
590.004/4-501.116-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of cold unit observed soiled interior and exterior of 3 bay sink/ prepsink observed soiled retail shelvings observed soiled. Clean & sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide procedure and kit for vomit and diarrheal event clean up. Provide Inapector will provide procedure to operator
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Meat station and warewashing station handsink observed without soap. Provide and maintain
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Hole observed on wall and ceiling by the fruit stand and handsink . Repair to prevent pest/rodents entryway
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Retail and storage observed heavily clutter with unused items/ equipments. Clean / organize to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration unit observed without a conspicuous thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cutting boards observed heavily scored. Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handwashing sink observed leaking water pipe under. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Retail floor observed lined up with cardboard throughout. Discontinue/remove
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor throughout retail space observed in need of deep cleaning due to loose debris grimme and bird poop. Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
26
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Lid to the ice machine is visibly compromised - repair or replace
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units where needed from mall visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors walls and ceilings where needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure there is a large enough area to propery air dry large pots and pans
590.004/4-204.119-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving where needed from build up - clean / smooth / durable / non-absorbant
590.004/4-202.16-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post your food safety / allergen awareness certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard small wooden cutting boards with visible cracked edges
590.004/4-101.17-C
67
Jun 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue purchasing foods from " Market Basket " and any other retail food supplier
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mice sightings in the basement area - outdoor around the trash barrels - address
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap at either designated hand sink - address immediately
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Keep lids on tight after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted areas of the prep tables where needed with an accumulation of rust
590.004/4-101.19-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all splintered and burnt wooden spoons and other wooden utensils that are visibly compromised
590.004/4-101.17-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post copy of current food safetey certificate on site
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
55
Nov 4, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Cannot use the same food safety certificates for multiple locations - address
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime as we discussed
590.004/4-202.18-C
90
Apr 4, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove cat from the premises - contact your professionally licensed pest control company if / when needed
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Replace missing chlorine test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Only hand sink in the food prep area is filled with broken glass and debris from retail; bottles broken - remove and maintain clean and accessible throughout the entire work day
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC allowing cat on premise - discontinue practices -
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove compromised cutting boards that have deep lacerations and are visibly worn
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Propert hair restraints when working with exposed foods [ raw meats and produce ]
590.002/2-402.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all refrigeration / freezer units - all shelving units in the grocery aisles from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue leaving wiping cloths scattered on table tops and equipment after use - store in buckets with sanitizer when needed
590.004/4-901.12-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing barrier in the front section of the slop sink - maintain clean after each use
590.005/5-203.13-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all grease and grime
590.005/5-402.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire store from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all missing as well as water stained ceiling tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.16-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Staff should have on clean outer attire or uniforms / aprons when working with exposed foods and meats - currently two staff have soiled shirts on
590.002/2-304.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up two seperate sanitizing buckets for the seperate stations of the store [ raw meats and fresh produce ]
590.003/3-304.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all loose debris in the rear not affiliated with the store
590.006/6-501.114-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No current food safety certificate on site - prvide
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface all rusted shelving unoits underneath table tops where needed
590.004/4-101.19-C
33
Mar 10, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handling prohibition-animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat found in back non-used walk-in cooler remove cat asap
590.002/2-403.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Pooling water on floor oustide cooler area in back clean to remove and repair leak from wall
590.006/6-201.12-C
86
Feb 23, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Handling prohibition-animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat found in back non-used walk-in cooler remove cat asap
590.002/2-403.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: walk-in freezer door with soils and peeling paint clean to remove and resurface or repaint
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Pooling water on floor oustide cooler area in back clean to remove and repair leak from wall
590.006/6-201.12-C
82
Nov 16, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 15, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) consumer self-service operations (p)
Inspector notes: Olives pickled eggs and pickled vegetables for self service without protection from customer contamination discontinue and ensure only employees dispense food behind the counter
590.003/3-306.13-P
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floors of store with debris and soils throughout clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Garden Halal Meat Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Garden Halal Meat Market on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Garden Halal Meat Market?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Garden Halal Meat Market.
How does Garden Halal Meat Market compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Garden Halal Meat Market most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Garden Halal Meat Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garden Halal Meat Market have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Garden Halal Meat Market 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 Garden Halal Meat Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Garden Halal Meat Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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