The Dot Tavern
Inspectors have visited The Dot Tavern five times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 10, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to the broader Dorchester restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Dot Tavern last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Dot Tavern on file is from Nov 10, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Dot Tavern?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Dot Tavern.
How does The Dot Tavern compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
The Dot Tavern most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has The Dot Tavern's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Dot Tavern have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Dot 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 The Dot Tavern inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Dot Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.