West Seventh Mini Market
Last inspected: Jun 17, 2025
39
Score
West Seventh Mini Market appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 17, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
“In-use utensils between-use storage” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That's lower than the typical South Boston restaurant, which scores around 87. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Observed several foods with Market Basket packaging. Advised pic to discontinue providing products from grocery stores. All products must be purchased thru an approved source.Remove
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC is not montioring best by and use by dates on food items stored in refrigeration units or shelving units. PIC is instructed to go thru all shelving units and refrigeration and freezer units to remove all expired foods.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed mulitple items without proper labeling. DC removing products from packaging for individual sale. All products must have proper labels
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debri and inside the handsink. DC utilizing as a dump sink. Clean to remove soils
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed numerous expired items milk cream pudding sausage tuna cans stored on shelving units and refrigerated. Remove and discard.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed significant fly activity. Provide proper treatment for activity.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed a cat inside sitting on the shelving unit. Remove and retain regular pest control service. Provide proof of contract and report via email to shemica.debnam@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food soils on the handsinks. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Advised pic to remove and utilize proper equipment with flowing water access.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (c)
590.004/4-602.11-C
Insect control devices design and installation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed fly strips heavily soiled. Remove and discard
590.006/6-202.13-C
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Apr 7, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted expired milk on the shelf in the refrigerator. Monitor and Remove all expiredd product
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted no hot water in the restroom. Provide
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Noted no hand drying device/ paper towel in the restroom. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Noted food cans stored directly on the floor. Remove and store 6 inches above the floor
590.003/3-305.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Noted ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Remove and store in cool running water
590.003/3-304.12-C
67
Oct 25, 2024
Routine
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed dusty retail shelves and can goods. Clean all to remove dust
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed expired can goods on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to ensure expiration dates are in compliance for all foods stored on retail shelves.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed live cat in establishment. Instructed PIC to remove from establishment and contact licensed pest company for services
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items stored on retail shelves without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue the sales of unlabeled food items for retail. Ensure all food items are properly labeled with the minimum requirements per regulations
590.003/3-602.11-PF
67
May 1, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Prohibiting animals (pf)
Inspector notes: Cat in store / Remove cat and all evidence
590.006/6-501.115-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Several expired starbucks drinks in unit. 3 packages of sausages with sell by of 11/2023 in unit / Remove all expired product
590.003/3-302.11-C
86
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light shiled missing in back area storage room. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing light bulbs in back room.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace stained ceiling tiles in back room
590.006/6-201.16-C
86
Aug 1, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Keep front door closed during construction as dirt dust and debris is blowing inside
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity in the store - much construction in front and around the store - address as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all shelving units where needed from dirt dust and debris coming into the store while the front door is open
590.004/4-602.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the store from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
74
Nov 2, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Fans in store wall not pest proof. Seal with pestb proof materials. Door is open. Maintain closed.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Clean three compartment sink remove items around sink.
590.004/4-501.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops in standing water. Store properly.
590.003/3-304.12-C
86
Jun 13, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink is not setup properly. Provide wash/rinse/sanitizer waters proper concentration & temperature.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings on floor in back area. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Lights in back storage room missing shields. Provide.
590.006/6-202.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoops stored in bucket of water on floor. Store properly.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean restroom of visible soils.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Warewashing equipment cleaning frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Three compartment sink with items obsrtucting and appears soiled. Clean with the proper frequency.
590.004/4-501.14-C
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Light bulbs out in back room. Replace.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door is open. Maintain closed or provide pest proof screen.
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was West Seventh Mini Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at West Seventh Mini Market on file is from Jun 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at West Seventh Mini Market?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils between-use storage” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at West Seventh Mini Market.
How does West Seventh Mini Market compare to other restaurants in South Boston?
West Seventh Mini Market most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the South Boston average of 87.
Has West Seventh Mini Market's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at West Seventh Mini Market have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at West Seventh Mini Market means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is West Seventh Mini Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, West Seventh Mini Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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