Seven86 Market

249 Blue Hill Av, Roxbury, MA 02119
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Seven86 Market has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Jan 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 83, which Seven86 Market's 47 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: Radio observed store in the hand sink located near the 3 compartment sink . Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks remain accessible during all operational hours.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Toasteds Crackers (7/25) 4 boxes of Krispy Saltine Crackers and 5 Ritz Crackers (08/25) 7 boxes Jiffy Banana Muffin Mix (8/25) and Vanilla Cremes Cookies with a past expiration date. Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for expiration date.. Romoved By PIC
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towel observed at both hand sink. Provide paper towels at the hand sink
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No soap observed at the hand sink. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No Sanitizer test trip observed at the time of inspection. provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink near the 3 bay sink observed visibly soiled clean to remove soils
590.006/6-501.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Heavily soiled and accumulated dust observed on shelving in retail area underneath shelving on floors around entire store underneath shelving in basement area. Floors in bathroom observed heavlily soiled clean to remove.
590.004/4-202.16-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing 3 compartment sinks to wash ice cream scoop. Discontinue using sponge to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
47
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink by the 3 bay sink being blocked with equipment. Discontinue and ensure all hand sinks are accessible during operational hours.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips available at the time of the inspection. Provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Evicdence of a cat living on the premises. Remove.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
74
Aug 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 29, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: 3 Packages of Gerber baby dry cereal with past expiration dates from Feb. 2023. 8 Cans of Sweet Peas with a past expiration date from March 2023. 4 Cans oc canned potatoes with a past expiration date from March 2023. Address and ensure all producst are being checked for past expiration dates prior to and while out on the sales floor. All expired food producst were removed at the time of the visit.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the restroom where recycle bins are being stored. Address and provide an up to date pest control treating for fruit flies.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Drainage pipes to the 3 bay sink are disconnected. Address and make any necessary repairs to be able to properly wash rinse and sanitize scoops.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unecessary debris from underneath the basement staircase that is not relevant to the store.
590.006/6-501.114-C
74
Jan 11, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Basement storage area with excess trash/boxes. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
95
May 3, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed cat at establishment animals not allowed on premises remove.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Inside bottom of milk unit soiled clean.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: No trash recepticle for hand wash sink provide small trash recepticle.
590.005/5-501.13-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Individual butter sticks and fruit cups removed from original package not intended for retail sale remove.
590.003/3-302.12-C
78
Sep 1, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strip for Chlorine sanitizer provide.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove sticky fly traps evidence of fruit flies near inside restroom provide service and current pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation tube dripping into sink remove from sink and provide proper repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Missing floor tiles through out repair and replace where needed. Repair opening on floor near shelving storing charcoal products.
590.006/6-201.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean ware washing sinks to remove visible soil.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No hand wash signage provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
67
Apr 12, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand sink behind near service to wash hands before serving slushes provide.
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing floor tiles near refrigeration.
590.006/6-201.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Seven86 Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Seven86 Market on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Seven86 Market?

Across the inspection record, “sanitizing solutions testing devices” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Seven86 Market.

How does Seven86 Market compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

Seven86 Market most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has Seven86 Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Seven86 Market have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Seven86 Market 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 Seven86 Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Seven86 Market is inspected around two times per year on average.