J&J Discount Mini Mart
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at J&J Discount Mini Mart, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “controlling pests” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to the broader South Boston restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed can goods stored on retail shelves dented at the seals. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure can goods are in good condition while stored for retail
590.003/3-202.15-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed black soils on racks inside beverage units. Clean to remove all soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Dec 10, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed large black droppings and large flies in the basement indicating pest activity.Clean with frequency and provide detail IPM report from the license pest technician.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed personal items stored in the hand sink.Remove and provide access for hand washing
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a room in the back of the counter littered with unnecessary items.Clean and discard unnecessary items. Visible dust behind the counter near the outside window.Clean
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a big hole in the wall near the refrigerator possible pest entry.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a dead rodent in the basement.Remove Noted black large insect in the back room behind the counter.Remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
70
Dec 8, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed large black droppings and large flies in the basement indicating pest activity.Clean with frequency and provide detail IPM report from the license pest technician.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed personal items stored in the hand sink.Remove and provide access for hand washing
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a big hole in the wall near the refrigerator possible pest entry.Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a dead rodent in the basement.Remove Noted black large insect in the back room behind the counter.Remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a room in the back of the counter littered with unnecessary items.Clean and discard unnecessary items. Visible dust behind the counter near the outside window.Clean
590.006/6-501.114-C
70
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed during the smoke test visible smoke in the restroom in the basement Lateral sewar pipe observed with release of smoke and at the base of the false wall adjacent to the basement stairs. Access and repair all suggestions from the licensed plumber. Non operating toilet. Remove and cap off piping properly to permit access from rodents.
590.005/5-205.15-P
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Due to smoke test conducted by Boston Water and Sewar possible water line breaks have been identified which could be the result to the significant rodent activity.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Heavy activity of rat droppings observed on the baseboard around the lateral pipe and the pallet of equipment. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy rodent activity observed on the toilet fixtures and sink. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
67
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed broken tiles in the restroom. Repair. Observed a loose metal covering at the top of the staircare repair. Observed a missing electrical plate in the rear of store on the wall. Replace Observed a hole in the wall. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead cock roaches upon reinspection. Continue to clean all areas and provide a clean report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings on the back stair case leading to the basement. Clean to remove. Provide a detailed IPM Style report via email asap.
590.006/6-501.111-C
95
May 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed live rat activity and heavy rodent droppings. Provide a clean pest control report. PIC states service will be moved to 1x a week to get the problem under control.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy debris stored in the basement. Remove and clean area.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at the front door. Provide a door sweep.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed opening in the wall. Repair and seal to prevent any access to areas.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed the restroom heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
74
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 4, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of mice activity in the rear of establishment along wall. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Debris stored in the 3 compartment sink. Advised pic that all equipment must be cleaned even if it is not being used. Clean to remove all soils and dc utilizing for storage.
590.004/4-501.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food soils and debris on the shelving unit adjacent from bottled drinks. Clean to remove Heavy debris around the 3 compartment sink. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.16-C
86
Jan 12, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice activity under retail shelving with what appears to be mice droppings. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink with items on top of and inside. COS.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Setup three compartment sink with wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration and temperature.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean under shelving at retail behind kick plates of visible soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Provide pest proof door sweep on front door
590.006/6-202.15-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Remove items from inside and around three compartment sink. Clean sink
590.004/4-501.14-C
64
Jul 25, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Previously melted and refrozen ice cream being presented for retail sale. Product removed from service. Ice cream recently serviced and is operating properly. Adulterated producted removed from service being sent back to ice cream company for credit. Provide invoice upon reinspection.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels in bathroom. COS.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
78
Apr 29, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Hole in wall near three bay sink.Repair.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Remove items in three compartment sink and clean with proper frequency. COS.
590.004/4-501.14-C
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was J&J Discount Mini Mart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J&J Discount Mini Mart on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J&J Discount Mini Mart?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at J&J Discount Mini Mart.
How does J&J Discount Mini Mart compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
J&J Discount Mini Mart most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the South Boston average of 87.
Has J&J Discount Mini Mart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J&J Discount Mini Mart have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at J&J Discount Mini Mart 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 J&J Discount Mini Mart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J&J Discount Mini Mart is inspected around three times per year on average.
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