Brigidos Fresh Market
Last inspected: Feb 16, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Brigidos Fresh Market, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 16, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Scituate restaurant, which scores around 89. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 16, 2026
Environmental Complaint
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The roll door to the outside, located in the deli receiving area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Several refrigerator door gaskets (sales floor) were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -walk-in fans (condensate build-up. Staff began to remove during inspection) -coving tiles missing in bakery/deli area -2 fans non-functional in dairy walk-in (work order in place). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Mops not properly air-dried after use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use. Inspector observed a mop in a bucket of dirty water. PIC has staff remove and replace mop head and dump dirty water.
6-501.16
82
Feb 5, 2026
Food Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A display tray of tomato-cucumber salad was observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. PIC disposed.
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (eclairs, canoli shells) in the bakery walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage. Staff relocated items during inspection.
3-302.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several prepared foods were observed held at 45-46 degrees Fahrenheit in the deli display case. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Several storage containers were observed with old sticker reside, stacked inside each other.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Custard and cut watermelon were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation. Items were dated during inspection.
3-501.17
Proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Custard was observed improperly marked. Inspector observed old labels on container, without information regarding current product. Staff removed old labels and properly labeled custard during inspection.
3-602.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The roll door to the outside, located in the deli receiving area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Several refrigerator door gaskets (sales floor) were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The prepared deli case was in poor repair, observed not maintaining temperature of 41 degrees or colder on top shelf.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Several containers were observed with old label residue in the bakery area.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -walk-in fans (condensate build-up) -coving tiles missing in bakery/deli area -2 fans not functional in dairy walk-in -ceiling leak near frozen seafood department. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -multiple walk-in fan guards -floors of deli/bakery walk-in -honeycombs in produce coolers -vents of open-air cases -deli display case door tracks. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
37
Jul 2, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The open-air case near the deli area was observed not in good repair, not maintaining ambient air temperature of 41 degrees F or lower. Per PIC technicians are working to resolve issue. No foods were observed in unit at the time if this inspection.
4-501.11
95
Jun 26, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple foods were observed held at 45-54 degrees Fahrenheit for an unknown period of time in the open-air case. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food disposed.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Staff cleaned and sanitized slicer during inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The open-air case located near the deli area was not in good repair. Inspector observed ambient air temperature of 50 degrees or above for over an hour during inspection. Multiple foods were held with internal temperatures above 45 degrees. Staff reported that one of the units had an error (red light flashing) and needed to be reset.
4-501.11
74
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Beef macaroni was held between 48-51 and cut melon was held at 48 degrees Fahrenheit in the open-air case. Ambient temperature was observed at 53 degrees. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All foods that were placed in case this morning was moved to alternate refrigeration, all other foods requiring refrigeration were disposed. Technician was called for service.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer, small stand mixer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The consumer advisory for raw shellfish was not posted in seafood department. Sign was posted during inspection.
3-603.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Coffee bean scoops were observed stored in self-service bins of beans with handles in direct contact with product. Between uses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location. Inspector observed that establishment stores scoops in protective bags between uses, however several were left in product by consumers.
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Open-air cases located in the sales floor area were not in good repair. One case was maintaining an ambient temperature of 53 degrees, another case was observed holding 43 degrees. Technician was contacted for repair and adjustment.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -tracks and under display shelving of the deli display cases -storage container in bakery -proofer doors, gaskets, speed-racks -out-of-service slicer -black cart in bakery.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Excess flies were observed around the exterior of the trash compactor.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -walk-in fan guards -rotisserie area ventilation hoods -floors at floor/wall junctures -waste pipes under sinks. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: A drip was observed coming from the fan in the meat department walk-in. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
52
Jul 8, 2024
Environmental Complaint
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3 bay sink in bakery area observed in poor repair. The sink is lacking a faucet head.
5-205.15
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-602.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the grocery and produce loading dock doors, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment for observed in poor repair: 1.grocery walk in freezer door observed insulation and damage and/or missing gaskets. 2.produce open case cooler observed in poor repair. Ambient temperatures observed at 50-54DF.Produce unit was serviced during inspection. Ambient temperatures observed at 37DF during inspection. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the: 1.dairy open case vents 2.honey combs vents in open case coolers 3.juice cooler shelves 4.food storage shelves in deli and bakery area 5.stove for chicken rotisserie have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the meat walk in cooler draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following physical facilities observed poor repair: 1.walls in back bakery and deli area observed with soil residue. 2.water filtration unit in bakery area has dirt and other debris. 3.floors in deli, bakery, and produce walk in coolers area observed with soil, food, and/or debris. 4.fans in produce cooler observed with an accumulation of dust. 5.floors in the deli area has soil residue and/or other debris. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.12
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food prep areas in the deli and bakery area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.
6-201.16
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The light attachment in meat cooler area is in poor repair(light out) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
52
Jun 17, 2024
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Apr 20, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: 1. Dairy Walk-In Cooler gaskets 2. Bakery Freezer gaskets 3. Large Freezer door and gaskets 4. Honeycombs in produce area The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
95
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
4-501.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
6-305.11
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brigidos Fresh Market last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brigidos Fresh Market on file is from Feb 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brigidos Fresh Market?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Brigidos Fresh Market.
How does Brigidos Fresh Market compare to other restaurants in Scituate?
Brigidos Fresh Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Scituate average of 89.
Has Brigidos Fresh Market's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brigidos Fresh Market have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Brigidos Fresh 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 Brigidos Fresh Market inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brigidos Fresh Market is inspected around three times per year on average.
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