Washington Market

481 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Washington Market appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. On Mar 6, 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.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Dorchester restaurants, the typical score is 86; Washington Market is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all debris stored in the basement. 30 day extension given for proper time to clear the basement.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Provide a current pest control report via email by 2.9.26. PIC advised to maintain proper pest control service. Appointment scheduled for 2.9.26
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Jan 29, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration and freezer units not operating properly. PIC is currently serving units. Advised pic to remove all products and to confirm the units are operating properly prior to placing products back in unit
590.005/5-205.15-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple packages of frozen ice cream not frozen. PIC removed and placed in another freezer unit operating properly. Observed bottled milk holding at 52f. PIC removed and discarded. Unit is being repaired.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy debris stored on the shelving unit.Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.16-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed in the basement around the stairwell. Clean to remove and provide an updated clean pest control report via email immediately. shemica.debnam@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy debri and litter stored in the basement. Remove all debris and observed boxes of soiled cat litter. Observed feces on the floor and the rear of establishment. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.114-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed visible openings around the stari well and holes observed in the basement. repair all openings
590.006/6-501.11-C
61
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat on premis / Remove
590.006/6-501.115-PF
90
Nov 13, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Washington Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Washington Market on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Washington Market?

Across the inspection record, “maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Washington Market.

How does Washington Market compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Washington Market most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Washington Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Washington Market have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Washington Market 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 Washington Market inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Washington Market is inspected around two times per year on average.