Mcdonalds
Last inspected: Aug 8, 2025
43
Score
Mcdonalds has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 8, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.
“Sanitizing solutions testing devices” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Roxbury average 83, so Mcdonalds trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed milk / cream inside dispenser at coffee station stored between 45F-50F; Burrito @ 52F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer @ 3 Bay sink for warewashing. Provide and maintain. Dish machine not operating at this time
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handsinks in warewashing area and coffee station area. Discussed with PIC to maintain paper towels at all handsinks at all times for effective handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no handsoap at handsink in warewashing area. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand soap at all handsinks at all times for effective handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled frappe machine and spill syrups inside cabinet; spills inside slushie cabinet; mold like substances inside ice machine; food spills along prep tables along cooking line; soils inside 2 door stackable freezer; ice build up inside single freezer unit. Thoroughly clean all state equipment with frequency to maintain clean and free of spills / soils
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged test strips for Quats sanitizer @ 3 Bay sink. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not knowledgeable of cold / hot holding temperatures of food products; not knowledgeable for proper warewashing procedures and required sanitization; not monitoring handsinks which allows for improper handwashing. Discussed all procedures with PIC and recommended to review food safety guidelines
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed some food handlers without hair restraints. Provide and ensure all are in compliance
590.002/2-402.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed outside dumpster opened and trash on ground. Ensure lids are properly closed and trash removed
590.005/5-501.15-C
43
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board heavily grooved and scoreded repair.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor tiles missing between restrooms due to plumbing work replace.
590.006/6-501.11-C
90
May 22, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Automatic sanitizer dispensor does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Sanitizer to be added manually to the 3 bay sink until the dispensor has been repaired.
590.004/4-202.16-C
95
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the back dish room and some activity in the front service area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-insopection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Spray arm at the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs. Dish machine on site is not funtioning and pipes have been disconnected. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.004/4-202.16-C
86
Jan 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: One lid to dumpster broken and side window to dumpster not covered provide lid and cover to dumpster.
590.005/5-501.15-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Old non-inuse equipment stored around dumspter remove.
590.005/5-501.115-C
90
Oct 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 7, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler curtain ripped replace.
590.004/4-101.11-C
95
Jan 10, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor inside walk in freezer.
590.006/6-201.11-C
95
Sep 21, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Ice melt cover cracked missing piece replace.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Remove cleaning equipment from floor and provide maintenance rack for proper storage.
590.006/6-501.113-C
90
Jul 1, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher not operating per data plate/ manufacturers’ instructions repair.
590.004/4-501.15-C
95
Jun 21, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Pressure (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water pressure low at hand wash sink near prep area repair.
590.005/5-103.12-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strip for measuring quarts sanitizer provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Warewashing machines manufacturers’ operating instructions (c)
Inspector notes: Low temp dishwasher not operating per data plate/ manufacturers’ instructions repair.
590.004/4-501.15-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Pest proof opening below side exit door near beverage area.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor inside walk in freezer to remove visible soil.
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonalds last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds on file is from Aug 8, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds?
Across the inspection record, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds.
How does Mcdonalds compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Mcdonalds most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Mcdonalds' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mcdonalds have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mcdonalds means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Mcdonalds inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonalds is inspected around four times per year on average.
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