Mcdonalds
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
82
Score
Mcdonalds appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “controlling pests”, showing up two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Allston restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed some old rodent-like droppings at lower level. Some rat-like droppings at outside alley. Provide a new IPM report by a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: Door Sweep damaged at the edge (described also in IPM report). Replace.
590.006/6-202.16-C
Outside storage prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Loose trash and debris at the outside alley area. Clean properly.
590.005/5-501.112-C
82
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: Per discussion with Principal Health Inspector Tracy Seneschal an imminent health hazard is present in this location in the form of a pest infestation.
590.014/SummaryS-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed excessive numbers of large dark rodent droppings in the basement: in the nook directly at the bottom left of the stairs inside the drop ceiling and behind tables in storage as well as inside the closet of the mop closet. The provided pest control report from 12-20-2025 did not indicate any pest activity in the store but notes there are several structural repairs that should be completed to prevent pest entry. On 1-22-2026 the Health Inspector observed evidence of pest activity in the basement. Clean and sanitize the areas of the droppings and have your pest control operator perform a service before the scheduled reinspection and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: In the basement there are holes in some of the ceiling tiles as well as missing ceiling tiles; repair or replaces the ceiling tiles. In the main kitchen several areas of the floor have low grout lines that is allowing excessive water to pool into the cavities; repair or replace the grout lines in the main kitchen area. In the mop closet next to the restroom there is a hole in the wall; repair or replace the drywall.
590.006/6-501.11-C
70
Jun 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate shake listed on the most recent lab report was not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested and forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC states that the machine is cleaned weekly
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
90
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light shield missing at the 3 bay sink- Replace
590.006/6-202.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: An area of the ceiling in the lower level has a stained tile- Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
90
Nov 20, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Lab result from Lab came in with much higher count of bacteria than normal soft serve machine. PIC voluntarily shut the machine down. Mantain closed until new lab report with proper results is obtain. Health Department must give the OK before operating the soft serve machine.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)
Inspector notes: Three Bay Sink- Sanitizer registered above 400ppm QUATs . Mantain between 200-400ppm.
590.007/7-204.11-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Hand Sink at the toilet has to be pressed manually and does not mantain water flow at all. Repair or replace ro mantain at least 20 seconds of water flow (without pressing it manually).
590.005/5-205.15-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at the front service area without soap. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at front service area without paper towel. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: CO2 tanks not secured at lower level. Secure/chain properly.
590.006/6-201.13-C
50
Apr 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)
Inspector notes: QUATs Sanitizer at three bay sink registers over 400ppm. Mantain between 200-400ppm
590.007/7-204.11-P
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Lights at warewashing area not covered with protective shielding. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonalds last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds.
How does Mcdonalds compare to other restaurants in Allston?
Mcdonalds most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Allston average of 80.
Has Mcdonalds' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mcdonalds 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 Mcdonalds inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonalds is inspected around three times per year on average.
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