Shamrock Pub
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Shamrock Pub six times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 10, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
Looking across the full record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other South Boston restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory on the menu is missing the disclosure. Provide the proper disclosure stating "(*) These items are served raw /undercooked or cooked to order"
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no chlorine test on site.Provide (test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a designated handsink at the Bar & lower prep location
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: The exterior hood vent appears to be leaking grease on to the exterior building wall & sidewalk.Identify the issue & provide all necessary repairs. (issue to be discussed at the ISD Health office)
590.006/6-501.14-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: There is no prep sink.Provide (owner stating there is a variance) Will discuss at the ISD Health office
590.004/4-501.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: There is no mop sink.Provide (owner stating there is a variance but could not provide) Will be discussed at the ISD Health office
590.005/5-203.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: There is a hole in the basement floor near the keg storage.Repair(to prevent possible pest access)
590.006/6-101.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: There is grease on the the outside sidewalk & exterior building wall.Clean to remove Maintain more frequent cleaning to remove grease buildup.
590.006/6-501.114-C
58
Mar 27, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no chlorine test on site.Provide (test done using the inspectors test kit)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory on the menu is missing the disclosure. Provide the proper disclosure stating "(*) These items are served raw /undercooked or cooked to order"
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: There is grease on the the outside sidewalk & exterior building wall.Clean to remove Maintain more frequent cleaning to remove grease buildup.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: There is a hole in the basement floor near the keg storage.Repair(to prevent possible pest access)
590.006/6-101.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: There is no mop sink.Provide (owner stating there is a variance but could not provide) Will be discussed at the ISD Health office
590.005/5-203.13-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: There is no prep sink.Provide (owner stating there is a variance) Will discuss at the ISD Health office
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: The exterior hood vent appears to be leaking grease on to the exterior building wall & sidewalk.Identify the issue & provide all necessary repairs. (issue to be discussed at the ISD Health office)
590.006/6-501.14-C
64
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted low temp dish machine at the bar missing test strips for the sanitizer.Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Standards of identity (c)
Inspector notes: Noted squeeze bottles on the cookline without any labels.Provide
590.003/3-601.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Food stored directly on the floor in the basement.Remove and store 6inches above the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Noted food stored in the basement not protected from the ceiling contamination.Remove or provide proper ceiling to protect it from the contamination
590.004/4-903.12-C
78
May 15, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Noted no proper hood ventilation above the frylator and 2 burner stove to remove grease. Provide
590.006/6-304.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Noted grease drippings from the hood filter and filters heavily soiled.Clean
590.006/6-501.14-C
90
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Noted grease drippings from the hood filter and filters heavily soiled.Clean
590.006/6-501.14-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Noted in the basement delivery chute had a wide opening. Repair to prevent rodent entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Noted no proper hood ventilation above the frylator and 2 burner stove to remove grease. Provide
590.006/6-304.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Noted unnecessary items stored in the basement. Clean and provide clutter free storage
590.006/6-501.114-C
82
Nov 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed meat being stored in the 2 door refrigeration unit behind the bar with no date marking. Provide proper datemarking.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed avacado dip in orginal container. Provide food grade containers. Observed a few food items with no covers. Provide proper lids/covers.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: No mop sink. Provide mop sink.
590.005/5-203.13-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed light coming through keg drop door. Remove all daylight to help prevent with rodents
590.006/6-202.15-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: No hand washing signage is the women's bathroom and behind the bar at the hand sink. Provide proper signage.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed frost build up inside the 2 door freezer behind the bar. Defrost and clean.
590.004/4-602.13-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shamrock Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shamrock Pub on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shamrock Pub?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Shamrock Pub.
How does Shamrock Pub compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Shamrock Pub most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Shamrock Pub's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Shamrock Pub have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Shamrock Pub means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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