Sontu & Sabuj Market

1595 Blue Hill Av, Mattapan, MA 02126
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Jan 10, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Sontu & Sabuj Market stretching back to 2023. Sontu & Sabuj Market was last inspected on Jan 10, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Mattapan restaurant scene, where the average is 84, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent dropping under and around the shelving in the front of the store where the chips are sold. Clean to remove rodent droppings. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator. 1/16/24- rodent dropping have been cleaned and removed. PIC was not able to provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminatior. Provide.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed excess trash unused items equipment wood pallets furniture in and around the dumpster. Clean to remove all items trash. Ensure that the dumpster are closed. PIC stated that the landlord is responsible for the trash. 1/16/24-Dumpsters were closed and empty. Excess trash unused items wood pallets are still piled up in back of the dumpster. Contact landlord and code enforcement to have all items removed.
590.005/5-501.115-C
86
Jan 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: 1 Expired Almond Milk 12/06/23. Removed/Discarded 4 Expired whole milk Jan 3 2024 - Removed/Discarded 1 Expired sour cream- Removed/Discarded
590.003/3-701.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent dropping under and around the shelving in the front of the store where the chips are sold. Clean to remove rodent droppings. Provide a detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed card board in retail refrigeration shelving. Remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed excess trash unused items equipment wood pallets furniture in and around the dumpster. Clean to remove all items trash. Ensure that the dumpster are closed. PIC stated that the landlord is responsible for the trash.
590.005/5-501.115-C
70
Aug 28, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sontu & Sabuj Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sontu & Sabuj Market on file is from Jan 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sontu & Sabuj Market?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sontu & Sabuj Market.

How does Sontu & Sabuj Market compare to other restaurants in Mattapan?

Sontu & Sabuj Market most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mattapan average of 84.

Has Sontu & Sabuj Market's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sontu & Sabuj Market have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sontu & Sabuj 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.