Shea's Tavern

222 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Shea's Tavern stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average South Boston restaurant scores 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door missing door sweep. Install pest proof door sweep.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors of visible soils and debris behind bar.
590.004/4-602.13-C
90
Mar 6, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Remove plastic cups from restrooms.
590.004/4-903.12-C
Conditions of use (c)
Inspector notes: Bug spray behind bar. Remove.
590.007/7-202.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide signage at handsink in mens room.
590.006/6-301.14-C
86
Jul 19, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shea's Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shea's Tavern on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Shea's Tavern compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Shea's Tavern most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Shea's Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shea's Tavern have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Shea's Tavern 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 Shea's Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shea's Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.