Lucy's American Tavern
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025
70
Score
Lucy's American Tavern has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 6, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Dorchester average 86, so Lucy's American Tavern trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot water and chemical-methods (p)
Inspector notes: Both bar glass machines are not registering sanitizer / Repair to provide 50-100ppm of chlorine / Main dish machine can be used until repairs are made
590.004/4-703.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Several small flies at bar / Contact exterminator
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in July 2025 / Contact hood cleaning company ASAP
590.006/6-201.17-C
Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)
Inspector notes: Small tabletop flat grill normally used for reheating vegetables is producing grease from oil that is being used for other foods / Grease noted accumulated on shelving above unit as well as on electrical outlets / Discontinue or move under hood vent system.
590.004/4-301.14-C
70
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
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In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils stored in stagnant water 80F / Discontinue and store as described below
590.003/3-304.12-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in October 2024 / Contact hood cleaning company
590.006/6-201.17-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths out on counter / Discontinue and store in a sanitizer solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Side door in warewash area - replace weather stripping at bottom of door.
590.006/6-202.15-C
82
Sep 6, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Gas has been shut off due to a tube malfunction on the back of the fryer / Plumbers are on site to replace tubes and ensure gas can be safely turned back on
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Feb 27, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Discard all open bins and cardboard boxes of onions potatoes and tomatoes and any bags of flour with water damage due to possible risk of contamination. Items located in hall under the area where the sprinkler discharged.
590.003/3-701.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC is to provide detailed reports from a remedial cleaning company sprinkler reset report and must have building approval before establishment can re-open.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 1 sprinkler head above the smoker was discharged / Reset and provide report.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize the shelving and equipment under the sprinkler head and next to the fire damaged smoker.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Provide deep cleaning to the kitchen/affected areas to remove the water discharged from sprinkler as well as smoke odors.
590.006/6-501.12-C
67
Jan 29, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood tag expired in November 2023 / Contact hood cleaing company ASAP
590.006/6-201.17-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Walk in freezer with ice build up around door air curtain preventing the door from properly closing / Remove and maintain
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Apr 14, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the stacked Blodgett Ovens with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Feb 2, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of the top Blodgett oven with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remove. Floor around and near the Smoking station visibly soiled and with food debris. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Jul 21, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced cheese stacked over the recommended pinch line with an elevated temperature of 60F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at belwo 41F. Cheese was removed at the time of the inspection. All other foods inside of the unit were at below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evdience of fruit fly activity in the dish room. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no temperature measuring puck. Provide.
590.004/4-302.13-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several lights out above stove top. Repolace.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Floor around the smokers with what appears to be grease spills. Clean to remove. Interior of the top Blodgett oven on the cooking line with excess carbon build-up. Clean to remove. Floor and dust pans and brooms around the ice machine visibly soiled. Clean to remove to help minimize any fruit fly activity.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and mak enay necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucy's American Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucy's American Tavern on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucy's American Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Lucy's American Tavern.
How does Lucy's American Tavern compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Lucy's American Tavern most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Lucy's American Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lucy's American Tavern have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Lucy's American Tavern 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 Lucy's American Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucy's American Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.
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