Marathon Runner Corner Store

140 Norfolk St, Dorchester, MA 02124
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Jun 5, 2023
78
Score
Low Risk

Marathon Runner Corner Store appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jun 5, 2023. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Marathon Runner Corner Store's record stops at Jun 5, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “prohibiting animals” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Dorchester average 86, so Marathon Runner Corner Store trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspection History
Jun 5, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no hand sink in close proximity to the Rich's Slush cooler. Provide or Discotinue service of Risch's Slush.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat living on premises. Remove.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no 3 bay sink in order to properly wash rinse and sanitize scoops for Rich's Slush. Provide or discontineu service of Rich's Slush.
590.004/4-204.119-C
78
Dec 30, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat inside of the store at the time of the inspection.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometers available at the time of the inspection. Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Small coffin style freezer holding ice cream with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Apr 26, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Excess debris and trash observed in the basement storage area. Clean to remove any and all trash and debris.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Bottled beverages and other dry goods observed beiing stored under exposed beams in the basement storage area. Discontinue and ensure all food products are being stored in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marathon Runner Corner Store last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marathon Runner Corner Store on file is from Jun 5, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marathon Runner Corner Store?

Across the inspection record, “prohibiting animals” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marathon Runner Corner Store.

How does Marathon Runner Corner Store compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Marathon Runner Corner Store most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Marathon Runner Corner Store's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marathon Runner Corner Store have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marathon Runner Corner Store means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.