Mcdonalds

1750 Soldiers Field Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
American
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Mcdonalds, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 27, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “system maintained in good repair”, showing up two times.

Mcdonalds' latest score of 95 sits above the Brighton average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Drainage pipe to the hand sink located near the 3 compartment sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Both outdoor trash receptacles had opened top doors and side doors; ensure outdoor receptacle doors are closed to dissuade pests; corrected on site by PIC.
590.005/5-501.113-C
95
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Food employee donned color coded for raw blue disposable glove to place raw meat pattie on grill then discarded gloves and donned new gloves without first washing hands. Corrected on site.
590.002/2-301.14-P
Anti-choking
Inspector notes: Choke save certificate posted is expired. Provide current. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 § 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.
590.009(E)
82
May 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink leaks at shake station. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
May 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Lab reports for ice cream machine indicated bacterial levels were above the acceptable limits. PIC has been istructed to take the machine out of service Lab testing was conducted on 03/13/23 Provide updated lab reports to the Health Department for approval to use the ice cream machine
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
90
Oct 12, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers expired September 2022- Schedule hood cleaning/inspection
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Drip tray in ice cream machine with heavy buildup Exterior of icecream machine including where cones and cups are dispensed with encrusted splashes and spills Pull out bin where whipped cream is stored with heavy soils- Clean all areas with proper frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonalds last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds.

How does Mcdonalds compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Mcdonalds most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Mcdonalds' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds have averaged around one violation 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.