Old-Harbor Market

334 E Eighth St, South Boston, MA 02127
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Old-Harbor Market appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader South Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 87, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: 4 cans of Chef Boyardee on customer shelving expired since 2024 ensure safe foods for customers
590.003/3-302.11-C
95
Jan 23, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: 4 cans of Chef Boyardee on customer shelving expired since 2024 ensure safe foods for customers
590.003/3-302.11-C
95
May 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted rat dropings in the basement. Provide detailed pest report from a licensed pest company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Noted basement in the back area is missing floor and has dirt floor Repair the floor and provide smooth cleanable surface
590.006/6-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Noted wide opening at the bottom of the front door. Repair
590.006/6-202.15-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Noted a dead rat on the snap in the basement. Remove
590.006/6-501.112-C
78
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Ice chest has a heavy ice build. Clean with frequency
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Feb 28, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Old-Harbor Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Old-Harbor Market on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Old-Harbor Market?

Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Old-Harbor Market.

How does Old-Harbor Market compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Old-Harbor Market most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Old-Harbor Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Old-Harbor Market have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Old-Harbor Market 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 Old-Harbor Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Old-Harbor Market is inspected around two times per year on average.