The Merchant
Across the available record, The Merchant has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.
“(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Among Boston restaurants, the typical score is 86; The Merchant is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Merchant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Merchant on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Merchant?
Across the inspection record, “(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Merchant.
How does The Merchant compare to other restaurants in Boston?
The Merchant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has The Merchant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Merchant have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Merchant 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 Merchant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Merchant is inspected roughly once per year on average.