Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.)
Last inspected: Dec 26, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 26, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “ventilation hood systems filters” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.)'s latest score is in line with the Jamaica Plain average of 83. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: I review the pest reports and reports are showing no catches. One recommendation was noted to repair the wall behind the ice machine. As discussed please clean up the outdoor storage area and remove pallets and debris. Pull pallets that are being used off the wall so pest control and put traps along the wall and this will need to be checked each day. Please send me the reports as you get them to review.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters will need to be cleaned. Hood sticker good until March 2026
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed please clean around the building of any loose trash and debris.
590.004/4-202.16-C
82
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed with the PIC the dishwasher on the clean equipment drain board we found dirty water and equiment comeing out with dirty water. Please have dishwasher look at so it drain away dirty water. Maybe drain board can be lifted to keep water on the drain board.
590.003/3-307.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: PIC will need to clean the hood filters more often. PIC stated that they are clean a few times a week now. Please address and be sure thay are clean. Hood sticker good until Nov 2025
590.004/4-202.18-C
90
Feb 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Today found high temp dishwasher washing at 155F and rinsing between 133F to 147F. PIC has had repair company out and has called again. Also please find out how often the water should be changed
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: At this time found high temperature dishwasher rinse temp between 163F to 173F. It was 160F at the plate. Please have the unit serviced.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters on cooking line will need to be cleaned. PIC stated that they are cleaned twice a week.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Today found high temp dishwasher washing at 155F and rinsing between 133F to 147F. PIC has had repair company out and has called again. Also please find out how often the water should be changed
590.006/6-501.11-C
82
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: At this time found high temperature dishwasher rinse temp between 163F to 173F. It was 160F at the plate. Please have the unit serviced.
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters on cooking line will need to be cleaned. PIC stated that they are cleaned twice a week.
590.004/4-202.18-C
86
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters on cooking line visibly soiled. PIC stated that he cleans them twice a week. Please clean more if needed. Hood stickers good until Jan 2025.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed please have the produce walk in floor cleaned under the shelves.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90
May 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: As discussed PIC will need to replace the missing curtains in walk in and cold rooms.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Nov 17, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Temperature measuring devices ambient air and water-accuracy (pf)
Inspector notes: Dishmachine wash temp gauge registers 45F. Actual temperature was 158F. Final rinse 185F at the plate. Ensure unit does not exceed 194F (fluctuates 194F-195F) Repair.
590.004/4-203.12-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot holding cabinet for rotisserie chickens registers 86F. Three heating bulbs not working. Ensure unit maintains chickens at or above 135F. Not in use during compliance inspection.Staff will check to ensure proper self service hot holding 135F or above before using holding station.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Green cutting board at deli heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Staff not hot holding at self service until verification that the unit can maintain at or above 135F. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-501.11-C
74
Nov 1, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pizza toppings stored above 41F- Sausage crumbles 50F sliced tomatoes 47F cooked chicken 46-52F cut vegetables 47F stored in unit of 50F for one hour. Removed by PIC and returned to chill.
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) consumer self-service operations (p)
Inspector notes: Bags of mussels stored in open display for customer self service. Discontinue.
590.003/3-306.13-P
Temperature measuring devices ambient air and water-accuracy (pf)
Inspector notes: Dishmachine wash temp gauge registers 45F. Actual temperature was 158F. Final rinse 185F at the plate. Ensure unit does not exceed 194F (fluctuates 194F-195F) Produce unit in retail registers 45F. Ensure unit maintains at 41F or below. Repair.
590.004/4-203.12-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Refrigerator at pizza station registers 50F PIC to discontinue use until repaired and maintains at 41F or below. Broccoli slaw at produce 45F. Removed by PIC. Hot holding cabinet for rotisserie chickens registers 86F. Three heating bulbs not working. Ensure unit maintains chickens at or above 135F.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Curtains in dishmachine in disrepair. Replace.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Green cutting board at deli heavily scored. Resurface or replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
55
Jan 4, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Vents in walk in and food prep area have dust acculmulation on vent and walls underneath - Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
95
Aug 4, 2022
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) on file is from Dec 26, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.)?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.).
How does Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.)'s inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) 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 Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Whole Foods Market(415 Centre St.) is inspected around three times per year on average.
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