Walgreen's No. 06072

1603 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02118

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: May 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Walgreen's No. 06072 nine times, with records going back to 2022. On May 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Cleaning frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Walgreen's No. 06072's latest score of 78 falls below the Roxbury average of 83. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 16, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Prohibiting animals (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed customer with dog in establishment. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure live animals are prohibited from store; service animals allowed only with requirement

590.006/6-501.115-PF

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Observe trash behind rolling food rack in back storage room and underneath shelving in both aisles 7 & 8. Thoroughly sweep and clean floors with frequency throughout slow hours of operation

590.006/6-501.12-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Observed small gap at the bottom of double doors in back storage room near compactor. Provide door sweep to prevent pest entry

590.006/6-202.15-C

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Observed food debris on shelves @ chip display (aisle 8). Discussed with PIC to remove food from shelves and thoroughly clean.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 4, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Observed ongoing ceiling leak in back storage area. Instructed PIC to submit urgent work order for repairs to prevent the harborage of pest activity. PIC provided latest work order date August 2023

590.005/5-205.15-C

Apr 25, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed food spills inside reach in refrigerated unit with eggs stored inside and on chip shelves. Clean to remove all spills

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Frequency-removal (c)

Inspector notes: Observed many bumdles of cardboard boxes in back storage area and blocking access to emergency door. Contact pickup company immediately and ensure rubbish is removed with frequency

590.005/5-502.11-C

Dec 27, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed embedded food spills on the entrance carpet. Replace or clean stains in the carpet

590.006/6-501.13-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Observed unused cardboard boxes and clutter in back storage room. Remove and organize

590.006/6-501.114-C

Sep 26, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Observed spill inside walk in cooler and additional soils on the floors of aisles. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain surfaces clean and free from soils.

590.006/6-501.12-C

Sep 7, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Observed trash / debris underneath retail shelves. Monitor and clean with frequency to remove all trash Observed trash / debris on floors of walk in cooler and freezer. Clean to remove all trash

590.006/6-501.12-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Observed unused cardboard in the rear stock room. Remove all unused / unnecessary items from back room and maintain organized.

590.006/6-501.114-C

May 4, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)

Inspector notes: Observed trash and debris under retail shelves. Remove and maintain floors clean and free of debris

590.006/6-501.13-C

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Observed boxes and other clutter in back stock room. Remove any unused items and organize shelving

590.006/6-501.114-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Walgreen's No. 06072 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Walgreen's No. 06072 on file is from May 16, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Walgreen's No. 06072?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Walgreen's No. 06072.

How does Walgreen's No. 06072 compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

Walgreen's No. 06072 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has Walgreen's No. 06072's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Walgreen's No. 06072 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Walgreen's No. 06072 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 Walgreen's No. 06072 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Walgreen's No. 06072 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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