Walgreens No. 17169
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
100
Score
Walgreens No. 17169 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. On Jan 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
“Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Walgreens No. 17169's latest score of 100 sits above the South Boston average of 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy rodent activity in the rear of establishment. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple holes along the outer exterior of building. Repair to prevent rodent activity
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy debris and contruction material stored in the fenced rear outer enclosure. Clean to remove all debris. Discussed with pic a suitable way to lock the gate from the inside to prevent trespassing and to post no trespassing sign.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy debris and rodent dropings build up around the exterior of the trash compactor. Clean to remove
590.005/5-501.15-C
82
Apr 25, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outdoor walking and driving surfaces graded to drain (c)
Inspector notes: Several potholes in parking lot. Repair.
590.006/6-202.19-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Litter debris empty nip bottles on loading dock. Remove.
590.005/5-501.115-C
90
Nov 18, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: TCS foods without the benefit of mechanical refrigeration for 24 hours have been removed from service and are in bags in back room. To be Denatured and discarded when trash company arrives on site per PIC. All liquid perishables (milk) have already been discarded into service sink. Provide list of foods discarded and final disposition from trash company.
590.003/3-101.11-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Plumber on site snaking drain with toilet removed from restroom and replacing fixtures at the time of inspection. Apply for plumbing permit @ 1010 Massachusetts Ave 5th floor plumbing division. Toilet tank is cracked and has been glued. Repair/replace.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Dog observed in store. Service animals only. Handout provided.
590.006/6-501.115-PF
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Toilet overflowed in back room on morning of 11/17/22 and leaked onto basement electrical and fire panel. BFD cut power to establishment. Establishment was without power for 24 hours. PIC shall report to ISD health whenever imminent health hazard exists. (power loss watewater backup). Power has since been restored.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Employee restroom toilet in back room backed up morning of 11/17/22 and leaked non potable water into basment. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Provide invoice from a proffessional cleaning company upon reinspection.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Both carboard of refuse dumpster brimming with refuse. Increase pickups as needed. Ensure Site cleanliness permit on record link provided via email.
590.005/5-502.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor in foyer with missing covering. Laminate floor in some areas of retail sales floor missing or damaged. Repair.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Electrical panel and fire alarm panel were exposed to water from toilet backup on 11/17/22. Make all necessary repairs and apply for all applicable permits with ISD. Provide documentation of alarm panel reset for life safety and that fire alarm is operating per applicable codes.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and disinfect restroom where backup occured.
590.006/6-501.18-C
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Aug 17, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rear egress stairway in a state of disrepair with crumbling concrete as stated by Deon Chandool ISD building inspector. Make all necessary repairs and provide engineers report as directed to ISD building department.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Several holes in concrete cinderblock structure of loading dock uncapped open pipes protruding out of rear foundation cast iron stucture in wall of foundation with exposed openings. Seal all voids in exterior walls with pest proof materials. Holes in foundation have been cited on most recent IPM pest report dated 6.21.22 from Rentokil with heavy rat activity noted in the exterior loading dock wall.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Exposed soil earth on ground in alleyway. Seal.
590.006/6-102.11-C
86
Jul 21, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Litter and debri in outside rear of building. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Exposed soil earth on ground in alleyway. Seal.
590.006/6-102.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Several holes in concrete cinderblock structure of loading dock uncapped open pipes protruding out of rear foundation cast iron stucture in wall of foundation with exposed openings. Seal all voids in exterior walls with pest proof materials. Holes in foundation have been cited on most recent IPM pest report dated 6.21.22 from Rentokil with heavy rat activity noted in the exterior loading dock wall.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rear egress stairway in a state of disrepair with crumbling concrete as stated by Deon Chandool ISD building inspector on site. Make all necessary repairs and provide engineers report as directed. Open areas in rear of store subject of complaints install fencing to secure all areas to maintain sanitary conditions. It is recommended by I&E team that the business install motion sensor lighting in outside rear areas and alleyway. Camera facing rear of business is in disrepair per on site PIC. Repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean undertrash compactor of visible litter and debri.
590.005/5-501.115-C
78
Jul 12, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Damaged bait box in rear of business. Remove.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Frozen foods being presented for retail sale in a defrosted state. PIC voluntarily pizzas and chicken tenders.
590.003/3-101.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC is not monitoring building maintenance and proper holding temperatures for frozen foods. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Pest activity noted on IPM report dated 6.21.22. with activity in loading dock wall. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Glass freezer on sales floor blinking and error message not maintaining freezing temperatures. Repair. PIC removed food products from service. Discontinue using unit untill all repairs are made.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean undertrash compactor of visible litter and debri.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Outdoor walking and driving surfaces graded to drain (c)
Inspector notes: Several potholes in parking lot. Repair/resurface.
590.006/6-202.19-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Several holes in concrete cinderblock structure of loading dock uncapped open pipes protruding out of rear foundation cast iron stucture in wall of foundation with exposed openings. Seal all voids in exterior walls with pest proof materials. Holes in foundation have been cited on most recent IPM pest report dated 6.21.22 from Rentokil with heavy rat activity noted in the exterior loading dock wall.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Rear egress stairway in a state of disrepair with crumbling concrete as stated by Deon Chandool ISD building inspector on site. Make all necessary repairs and provide engineers report as directed. Open areas in rear of store subject of complaints install fencing to secure all areas to maintain sanitary conditions. It is recommended by I&E team that the business install motion sensor lighting in outside rear areas and alleyway. Camera facing rear of business is in disrepair per on site PIC. Repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Surface characteristics-outdoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Exposed soil earth on ground in alleyway. Seal.
590.006/6-102.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Litter and debri in shared alleyway abutting The Broadway Restaurant next door. Clean to remove. Unsecured gate. Secure gate to alleyway. No egress paths into alleyway in question.
590.006/6-501.114-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Walgreens No. 17169 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Walgreens No. 17169 on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Walgreens No. 17169?
Across the inspection record, “repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Walgreens No. 17169.
How does Walgreens No. 17169 compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
Walgreens No. 17169 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.
Has Walgreens No. 17169's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Walgreens No. 17169 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Walgreens No. 17169 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 Walgreens No. 17169 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Walgreens No. 17169 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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