Mcdonalds
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Mcdonalds 14 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 29, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
“Nonfood contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Dorchester restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
14
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed plaes clean the fan covers in the walk in.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to have the tile infront of the ice machine replaced and the broken glass at the front of the store.
590.006/6-101.11-C
90
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker on fryer station worn off / replace
590.006/6-201.17-C
95
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker on fryer station worn off / replace
590.006/6-201.17-C
95
Apr 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: There were some exposed food items that were discarded prior to my arrival.PIC was instructed to denature and dispose in building trash dumpster Confirmed disposal during my inspection.
590.003/3-701.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Location has ongoing construction at the front counter & lobby Location was open & operating for take out only There was evidence of dust & debris in the kitchen. Location voluntarly closed Location to remain voluntary closed until all construction is completed Affected areas cleaned/sanitized ISD Building electrical plumbing departments must provide approval Location can then be re-inspected by ISD Health for approval to re-open
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors/walls/ceilings throughout when all construction is completed to remove dust/debris
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Lobby counter is under construction dust & debis visible throughout. Location issued a voluntary closure Construction must be completed remove all construction equipment before re-inspection for approval to re-open.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean/sanitize all equipment counters prep tables & wares to remove dust & debris from ongoing construction.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 8, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Back door propped open allowing for fly entry / Keep door closed or provide a screen door
590.006/6-202.15-C
95
Mar 1, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 5, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Prohibiting a cross connection (p)
Inspector notes: Drainage to the soda machine appears to be leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.12-P
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Quartinary Ammonium sanitizer at the 3 bay sink registering way over the required 200ppm. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
78
Mar 21, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 16, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Soiled spatulas with food soils for hours - Discontinue using soiled equipment properly wash rinse and sanitize then air dry.
590.003/3-304.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to report to the Health Division any issues to the restaurant that will require them to close.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Broom dustpan cleaning bottle and food particles inside hand sink up front behind the counter. Handsink in back on the cookline had food particles inside. Soap dispenser is broken and not easily accessible.- Remove and discontinue storing and using handsink for a dump sink-Make handsinks easily accessible for staff for handwash only
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: At this time found location to be closed due to a water heater being replaced. PIC has plumber on site and should be done in 45 mins.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Items inside the walk in cooler is not date marked - Date mark all prepared and opened foods if stored in unit for 24 hours or more
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Standards of identity (c)
Inspector notes: Several Squeeze bottles with no labels- Label all squeeze bottles with the common name of the product.
590.003/3-601.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Spatulas is sitting in ambient air with visible food particles on them - Store in use utensils in clear hot water-or provide new spatulas
590.003/3-304.12-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Refuse area is not clean trash is overfilled and lid is opened- Maintain refuse area to prevent vermin keep lid tighly closed.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Ice Machine is heavily soiled - Clean to remove soils around the interior perimeter
590.004/4-602.13-C
47
Nov 7, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food contact with equipment utensils and linens (p)
Inspector notes: Soiled spatulas with food soils for hours - Discontinue using soiled equipment properly wash rinse and sanitize then air dry.
590.003/3-304.11-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Handwashing by staff front line was not observed due to brooms cleaning solution food particles and dust pan infron of sink beside soap is difficult to use.-Train staff to wash hand in hand sink only.
590.002/2-301.12-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Handwashing by staff
590.002/2-301.12-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Soda Machine is leaking behind machine heavily soiled and wet from the leak behind the machine- Clean to remove moisture and repair machine. Frequently mop the wet area.
590.004/4-202.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: There are several violations and minimal managerial control over handwashing properly storing food contact equipment in use equipment broken equipment still in use.- Train staff and self on the above mentioned
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Vomit and diarrhea kit is missing or broken - Provide the supplies and instructions for vomit and diarrhea kit- I sent email with list of supplies and instructions.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Items inside the walk in cooler is not date marked - Date mark all prepared and opened foods if stored in unit for 24 hours or more
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Broom dustpan cleaning bottle and food particles inside hand sink up front behind the counter. Handsink in back on the cookline had food particles inside. Soap dispenser is broken and not easily accessible.- Remove and discontinue storing and using handsink for a dump sink-Make handsinks easily accessible for staff for handwash only
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Coffee urn on top of the coffee heater is filled with sanitizer solution- Remove and discontinue storing sanitizer solution and food contact equipment- Properly train to wash rinse and sanitize
590.004/4-101.19-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Refuse area is not clean trash is overfilled and lid is opened- Maintain refuse area to prevent vermin keep lid tighly closed.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floors throughout had patches of water behind the counter and in back ara of the restaurant - keep floors clean and dry while staff is working
590.006/6-201.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths throughout not in sanitizer solution- Set up sanitizer solution and store cloths
590.003/3-304.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Spatulas is sitting in ambient air with visible food particles on them - Store in use utensils in clear hot water-or provide new spatulas
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Ice Machine is heavily soiled - Clean to remove soils around the interior perimeter
590.004/4-602.13-C
Standards of identity (c)
Inspector notes: Several Squeeze bottles with no labels- Label all squeeze bottles with the common name of the product.
590.003/3-601.11-C
27
Sep 23, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 26, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Floor drain near the Co2 machines does not appear to be draining properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Gasket around the door of Prep Table Refrigeration #1 is damaged and not allowing the door to close properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Unit was operating below 41F at the time of the inspection.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Excess moisture observed on the shelf and ground behind the ice tea machine. Address and clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonalds last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds.
How does Mcdonalds compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Mcdonalds most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
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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