Quincy Market
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2025
70
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Quincy Market stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “controlling pests”, showing up eight times.
Compared to other Dorchester restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at hand sink inside restroom provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed opened kitter litter box and food animals are not allowed on premises remove.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Some open boxes of foods are stored on floor elevate 6 to 8" or higher.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Tops of cans soiled clean through out store.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace cracked tiles near dairy unit.
590.006/6-201.11-C
70
Jun 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: continue additional pest control service.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Kick plates removable (c)
Inspector notes: Remove kick plates from shelving to perform cleaning and pest control services.
590.004/4-202.17-C
86
May 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: continue additional pest control service.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Kick plates removable (c)
Inspector notes: Remove kick plates from shelving to perform cleaning and pest control services.
590.004/4-202.17-C
86
May 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: must provide an additional pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Apr 22, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand wash sink behind service counter where sale of slush is conducted provide.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed chips chewed into by mice must provide additional pest services.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Rear exit door pest strip has an opening repair or replace.
590.006/6-202.15-C
78
Mar 20, 2024
Routine
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mice droppings on chip shelving clean sanitize and provide current pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: NO paper towel in a dispenser provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand wash sink behind service counter where sale of slush is conducted provide.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
74
Apr 24, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at front counter must not be blocked with keno cards old bread and other debris.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to monitor best by dates on product on the retails shelves. I found Wish Bone Dressing expired last month. Monitor
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under milk wire shelves in reach in.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Replace door sweep on back door. This could help this any issues.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to be sure all product is stored off the floor. In retail and behind counter found boxed product on the floor. Must be 6 inches off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace grease stained card board chip holders. Clean shelves in retail area.
590.004/4-202.16-C
67
Apr 14, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at front counter must not be blocked with keno cards old bread and other debris.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodents in and around the chip shelves. PIC will need to clean the shelves. Have pest control inspect under bottom shelf and could help to remove kick plates. Provide a pest control report at re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to monitor best by dates on product on the retails shelves. I found Wish Bone Dressing expired last month. Monitor
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace grease stained card board chip holders. Clean shelves in retail area.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to be sure all product is stored off the floor. In retail and behind counter found boxed product on the floor. Must be 6 inches off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under milk wire shelves in reach in.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Replace door sweep on back door. This could help this any issues.
590.006/6-101.11-C
61
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to monitor best by dates on product on the retails shelves. I found Wish Bone Dressing expired last month. Monitor
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodents in and around the chip shelves. PIC will need to clean the shelves. Have pest control inspect under bottom shelf and could help to remove kick plates. Provide a pest control report at re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under milk wire shelves in reach in.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to replace grease stained card board chip holders. Clean shelves in retail area.
590.004/4-202.16-C
74
Aug 2, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to repair the broken floor tile at front counter.
590.006/6-201.16-C
95
Jul 1, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Found expired French dressing on retail shelf from Jun 2022. PIC will need to monitor this other are about to expire.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide an up to date pest control report. Address the chip area of the store.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to repair the broken floor tile at front counter.
590.006/6-201.16-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean shelves under chips of debris and old mouse droppings. Clean under botton wire shelf for drinks and mike. Visibly soiled.
590.004/4-202.16-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Quincy Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Quincy Market on file is from Apr 3, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Quincy Market?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Quincy Market.
How does Quincy Market compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Quincy Market most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Quincy Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Quincy Market have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Quincy Market means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Quincy Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Quincy Market is inspected around four times per year on average.
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