St Peter Market
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
78
Score
St Peter Market has been inspected eight times since 2022. St Peter Market was last inspected on May 1, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Controlling pests” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Dorchester facility scores 86, putting St Peter Market on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed a cat in the basement. Remove Provide the last 2 pest control reports for review. Only service animals are permitted inside of food establishments.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy litter and debris in the basement. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard boxes with heavy grease soils utilizied on the metal shelving units for Chips. Remove and discontinue
590.003/3-307.11-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy ice build up observed inside of the ice cream chest at the front counter. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
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Oct 1, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream freezer broken / Empty and shut off. Ice cream company is bringing in a new freezer to replace broken one. Ensure broken equipment is removed immediately
590.006/6-501.114-C
95
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floors shelving and refrigeration equipment are in need of a deep clean to remove soils and other debris / Ensure entire store is deep cleaned
590.006/6-501.12-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings noted on floors next to gummy candy section as well as on sills behind lottery kiosk droppings appear to be old. Remove and maintain
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
May 31, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of dead roaches in light covers. Dead flies behind the register / Remove dead insects and maintain clean. Exterminations are done monthly no IPM reports on site. Provide last 3 months of IPM reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all cardboard from all shelving throughout to help reduce the risk of possible harborage
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Wooden shelving with beverages next to the Ice chest with visible soils / Clean to remove and repaint if needed
590.006/6-501.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: 2 packages of bologna with expiration dates for 5/14/24 in refrigeration / Remove and ensure proper rotation of food
590.003/3-302.11-C
78
Dec 21, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: At the time of the re-inspection several packages of chips with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address. All adulterated foods were discarded at the time of the re-inspection.
590.003/3-701.11-P
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Open blocks of poison observed on the sales floor. Discontinue use.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Kick plates removable (c)
Inspector notes: Kick plates under sales floor where chips Ramen noodles and pet foods are located shall be removed in order to provide more effective pest management.
590.004/4-202.17-C
70
Dec 4, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Several packages of chips dog food and packages of Ramen noodles with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address. All adulterated foods were discarded at the time of the inspection.
590.003/3-701.11-P
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Open blocks of poison observed on the sales floor. Discontinue use.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on storage shelves in the sales floor. Address clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several sales floor shelves with what appears to be rodent droppings on them. Address and clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Kick plates removable (c)
Inspector notes: Kick plates under sales floor where chips Ramen noodles and pet foods are located shall be removed in order to provide more effective pest management.
590.004/4-202.17-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Several mice observed on glue traps. Address and remove with more frequency.
590.006/6-501.112-C
58
Apr 25, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Discarding or reconditioning unsafe adulterated or contaminated food (p)
Inspector notes: Several bags of chips and Ramen noodles with evidence of gnaw markings. Address discard and ensure all food products are being checked more frequently for any types of adulteration.
590.003/3-701.11-P
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings observed on the shelves storing bags of chips. Address. Up to date pest control report was provided at the time of the inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Hot water pipe at the restroom hand sink is not connected and drainging onto the floor. Address and make any necessary repairs. Hot water was suficient at the other hadn sink located at the front service counter.
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Dec 22, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was St Peter Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at St Peter Market on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at St Peter Market?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at St Peter Market.
How does St Peter Market compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
St Peter Market most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has St Peter Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at St Peter Market have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at St Peter 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.
How often is St Peter Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, St Peter Market is inspected around two times per year on average.
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