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Budget Mart

225 Florence St

Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

14 inspections

Inspection

Mar 30, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mop sink is located directly next to the 3 bay sink and is not fully enclosed. Address and fully enclose mop sink for the re-inspection..

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-204.120-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the re-inspection there was no space provided for the soiled equipment. Provide.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noo hand sink located where the 3 compartment sink is. Address and provide an additional hand sink located near the 3 bay sink.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 18, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

6 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mop sink is located directly next to the 3 bay sink and is not fully enclosed. Address and fully enclose mop sink for the re-inspection..

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

8 Plastic containers of Gerber Baby foods with expiration dates from Sept.-Oct 2025. Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while on teh sales floor for past expiration dates. All baby foods were removed and voluntarily discarded at the time of the inspection.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Faucet arm at the 3 bay sink is to long in order to fill all 3 compartments properly. Replace.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-204.120-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the re-inspection there was no space provided for the soiled equipment. Provide.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.005/5-203.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noo hand sink located where the 3 compartment sink is. Address and provide an additional hand sink located near the 3 bay sink.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat living on the premises. Remove cat Permanently from the store.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 11, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Mop sink is located directly next to the 3 bay sink and is not fully enclosed. Address and either relocate mop sink or fully enclose.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

8 Plastic containers of Gerber Baby foods with expiration dates from Sept.-Oct 2025. Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while on teh sales floor for past expiration dates. All baby foods were removed and voluntarily discarded at the time of the inspection.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Faucet arm at the 3 bay sink is to long in order to fill all 3 compartments properly. Replace.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-204.120-CWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Equipment Compartments Drainage (C)

Inspector’s notes

No drying racks above the 3 compartment sink. Provide.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat living on the premises. Remove cat Permanently from the store.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 11, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 14, 2025

Passed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the retail shelves of dust build up. PIC will need to replace the card board chip holders for the Lays chips by the front door.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.11-COther

Official wording

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up the weeds around the dumpster.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to address the leak from the ceiling over by the milk cooler.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed PIC will need to clean the front window of dust build up and reodent droppings.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC could not provide a pest control report. Please have pest control come in and do a few inspections before re-inspection date. Be sure under the shelves and along the walls have been checked. Please fill in any holes or gaps along the way.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 14, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 29, 2025

Failed

5 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean the retail shelves of dust build up. PIC will need to replace the card board chip holders for the Lays chips by the front door.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.005/5-501.11-COther

Official wording

Outdoor Storage Surface (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to clean up the weeds around the dumpster.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to address the leak from the ceiling over by the milk cooler.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

As discussed PIC will need to clean the front window of dust build up and reodent droppings.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC could not provide a pest control report. Please have pest control come in and do a few inspections before re-inspection date. Be sure under the shelves and along the walls have been checked. Please fill in any holes or gaps along the way.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 29, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 7, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to dust the retail shelves and the product on the shelves. Dust build up.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 24, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to dust the retail shelves and the product on the shelves. Dust build up.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 24, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 21, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to store whole raw eggs on the bottom shelf as discussed.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-501.115-CChemicals

Official wording

Manual Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization Using Detergent-Sanitizers (C)

Inspector’s notes

The location has slush. Scoops are washed in a two bay sink. PIC will need to provide the proper two bay sink sanitizer as discussed. PIC will need to find a detergent cleaner no rinse sanitizer and test kit.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to check product on the retail shelves more often. I found expired mik from Nov 12th and 13Th and Velveeta Mac and Cheese from Sept and Aug 2024.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 21, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 14, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-302.11-POther

Official wording

Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to store whole raw eggs on the bottom shelf as discussed.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-501.115-CChemicals

Official wording

Manual Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization Using Detergent-Sanitizers (C)

Inspector’s notes

The location has slush. Scoops are washed in a two bay sink. PIC will need to provide the proper two bay sink sanitizer as discussed. PIC will need to find a detergent cleaner no rinse sanitizer and test kit.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to check product on the retail shelves more often. I found expired mik from Nov 12th and 13Th and Velveeta Mac and Cheese from Sept and Aug 2024.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 14, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 26, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Dust product on retail shelves.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace broken or missing floor tiles.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 19, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Dust product on retail shelves.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.006/6-101.11-COther

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace broken or missing floor tiles.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 19, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 16, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to change the card board trays for the chips. Trays are visibly stained.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location does not have a mop sink. The previous owner did have a variance to to use the toilet. Now that the location has moved the counter around I asked the PIC to have a plumber look to see where a mop sink can go. The mop sink will have to be enclosed also.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a hand sink on the other side of the store. The front counter was moved to the other side. The sink was not moved. The location will not sell any slush until sink is moved.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 16, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 28, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to change the card board trays for the chips. Trays are visibly stained.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.115-CChemicals

Official wording

Manual Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization Using Detergent-Sanitizers (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a two bay sink to was equipment in at this time. No two bay santitizer available. PIC will need to provide sanitizer and test kit to be able to start to sell slush. PIC may want to ask about changing to a small three bay sink.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location does not have a mop sink. The previous owner did have a variance to to use the toilet. Now that the location has moved the counter around I asked the PIC to have a plumber look to see where a mop sink can go. The mop sink will have to be enclosed also.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a hand sink on the other side of the store. The front counter was moved to the other side. The sink was not moved. The location will not sell any slush until sink is moved.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 21, 2024

Failed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-203.13-COther

Official wording

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location does not have a mop sink. The previous owner did have a variance to to use the toilet. Now that the location has moved the counter around I asked the PIC to have a plumber look to see where a mop sink can go. The mop sink will have to be enclosed also.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-202.16-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

PIC will need to change the card board trays for the chips. Trays are visibly stained.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 590.004/4-501.115-CChemicals

Official wording

Manual Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization Using Detergent-Sanitizers (C)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a two bay sink to was equipment in at this time. No two bay santitizer available. PIC will need to provide sanitizer and test kit to be able to start to sell slush. PIC may want to ask about changing to a small three bay sink.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
majorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing

Official wording

Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Location has a hand sink on the other side of the store. The front counter was moved to the other side. The sink was not moved. The location will not sell any slush until sink is moved.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 21, 2024 · Original Source

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