Geneva Grocery

385 Geneva Av, Dorchester, MA 02124

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Geneva Grocery stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Hand drying provision” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Dorchester restaurant scores 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed cat inside store animals not allowed on premises remove.

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Provide additional pest control service.

590.006/6-501.111-C

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towels at the hand sinks.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on shelving clean sanitze and provide a current pest control report.

590.006/6-501.111-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floor at basement area.

590.006/6-201.11-C

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

Inspector notes: Clean interior of refrigerator to remove visible soil.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Apr 17, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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

Inspector notes: Ice cream chest freezer observed with heavy ice build up. multiple refrigeration shelvings and walkin observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remvoe

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Food labels (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed individual sales of food product (juice jug) without proper labels. Discontinue and ensure all foods stored for retails are properly labeled.

590.003/3-602.11-PF

Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)

Inspector notes: Refrigerator shelvings observed lined with cardboard. Discontinue/Remove

590.004/4-101.11-C

Aug 12, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on dry storage shelving clean sanitize and provide current pest control report.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Replace cracked floor tiles at front entrance area.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Jul 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)

Inspector notes: Some canned foods expired remove.

590.003/3-701.11-P

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: No paper towel in dispenser inside restroom provide.

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on dry storage shelving clean sanitize and provide current pest control report.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)

Inspector notes: ceiling near stair way to basement damaged repair. ceiling above service counter peeling repair.

590.006/6-201.16-C

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

Inspector notes: Clean food storage shelving through out to remove visible soil and spills.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Replace cracked floor tiles at front entrance area.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Dec 5, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity by the can goods chips noodles and cats food. Please clean and have pest control address this area.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean and remove dust build up and old rodent droppings. Also clean under milk and juice shelves.

590.004/4-202.16-C

Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to repair floor in ratil area in front of the freezer.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Jan 3, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to defrost large ice cream freezer at front counter and dust retail shelves.

590.004/4-202.16-C

May 26, 2022

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Hand drying provision (pf)

Inspector notes: Rest room will need to have paper towels

590.006/6-301.12-PF

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: Rest room will need to have soap.

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean retail shelves of dusty build up and old rodent droppings. Replace card board chip holders.

590.004/4-202.16-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: PIC will need to have toilet repaired. It will not flush.

590.006/6-501.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Geneva Grocery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Geneva Grocery on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Geneva Grocery?

Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Geneva Grocery.

How does Geneva Grocery compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Geneva Grocery most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Geneva Grocery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Geneva Grocery have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Geneva Grocery 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 Geneva Grocery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Geneva Grocery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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