Country Food Mart
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
67
Score
Going back to 2024, Country Food Mart has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 28, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.
When inspectors have written things up, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to other Charlestown restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the coffee area. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the coffee area was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ceiling tiles in the retail area have stains from previous water damage.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Drinks were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the retail entrance, 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
67
Jun 10, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Beverages and whipped cream were observed held at 71-82 degrees Fahrenheit in the walk-in cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the walk-in cooler since the day prior. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). Establishment must not store time/temperature control for safety foods until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Walk-in cooler must be repaired/replaced/adjusted. Per person in charge, repair services are scheduled to come today.
3-501.16(A)
86
May 24, 2024
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 13, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bathroom was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available in the handwashing sinks and 3-bay sink. Per owner, establishment is in the process of repairs. Please contact inspector when hot water is repaired.
5-103.11
82
Apr 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available in the handwashing sinks and 3-bay sink.
5-103.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bathroom was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
74
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food was observed held at 45-46 degrees Fahrenheit in the refrigerator. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was voluntarily disposed of (see attached disposal form). The refrigerator was taken out of service and must not be used until it can maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Refrigerator must be repaired/replaced/adjusted.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The person in charge did not know how to sanitize coffee pots. Per person in charge, the person who comes in after him is responsible for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing the coffee pots and that it gets done at the end of the day. Inspector showed the person in charge how to wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment using a chlorine sanitizing solution. A handout was given to the person in charge during time of inspection.
2-102.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the bathroom and next to the coffee station were lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.
4-302.14
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Hot water was not available in the handwashing sinks and 3-bay sinks.
5-103.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Country Food Mart last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Country Food Mart on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Country Food Mart?
Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Country Food Mart.
How does Country Food Mart compare to other restaurants in Charlestown?
Country Food Mart most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Charlestown average of 89.
Has Country Food Mart's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Country Food Mart have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Country Food Mart means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Country Food Mart inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Country Food Mart is inspected around five times per year on average.
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