Top Shelf Cookies

516 Gallivan Bl, Dorchester, MA 02122
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jul 31, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Top Shelf Cookies eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jul 31, 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 held steady across recent visits, averaging around zero violations each.

The city-wide average for Dorchester sits at 86, putting Top Shelf Cookies on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 29, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Dish machine on the first floor not operating. Address and make any necessary repairs. 3 Bay sink is being used until repairs have been made to the dish machine.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
90
May 16, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 24, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 14, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection there was no hand washing sign at the sink in the main kitchen area. Provide.
590.006/6-301.14-C
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Top Shelf Cookies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Top Shelf Cookies on file is from Jul 31, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Top Shelf Cookies compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Top Shelf Cookies most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Top Shelf Cookies' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Top Shelf Cookies have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Top Shelf Cookies 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 Top Shelf Cookies inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Top Shelf Cookies is inspected around two times per year on average.