Retail Food · Boston, MA

F & T Davey's Supermarket

Name: F & T Davey's Supermarket
Address: 438 Dudley St, Boston, MA

438 Dudley St

Last inspected Apr 10, 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

12 inspections

Inspection

Apr 10, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther

Official wording

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue selling / purchasing foods from other " Retail establishments " Wholesale purveyors only

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled cardboard being used to line shelving units in the grocery aisles

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all rusted areas on the shelving units inside the multi door refrigeraion units

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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing the sliding glass door on the produce service case - address

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 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Opening in the ceiling above the grocery aisles - enclose to ensure no rain or debris ewnters the store

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 10, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 3, 2026

Failed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003(A)/3-201.11-POther

Official wording

Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Discontinue selling / purchasing foods from other " Retail establishments " Wholesale purveyors only

In plain English

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

More about other finding

minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all soiled cardboard being used to line shelving units in the grocery aisles

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

minorCode 590.004/4-101.19-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all rusted areas on the shelving units inside the multi door refrigeraion units

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 590.004/4-601.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Missing the sliding glass door on the produce service case - address

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 590.006/6-201.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Opening in the ceiling above the grocery aisles - enclose to ensure no rain or debris ewnters the store

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 20, 2025

Passed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed baby cereal expired September 2025. Discussed with PIC to ensure all expiration dates are in compliance. COS

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

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed pre-packaged fish stored in refrigerated units for customer service without labels. Provide a label with the common name of food item along with minimum requirements

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no sanitizer setup in butcher station. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is setup prior to operating

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills inside walk in cooler; food debris on produce / onion shelves. Clean to remove all spills and food debris and maintain clean

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

Observed multiple glue boards with evidence of activity. Instructed PIC to contact pest control for services and provide reports

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 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 10, 2025

Failed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed baby cereal expired September 2025. Discussed with PIC to ensure all expiration dates are in compliance. COS

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed pre-packaged fish stored in refrigerated units for customer service without labels. Provide a label with the common name of food item along with minimum requirements

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

majorCode 590.004/4-303.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no sanitizer setup in butcher station. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is setup prior to operating

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 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills inside walk in cooler; food debris on produce / onion shelves. Clean to remove all spills and food debris and maintain clean

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

Observed multiple glue boards with evidence of activity. Instructed PIC to contact pest control for services and provide reports

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 10, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 20, 2025

Passed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no gloves on site including butcher area. Discussed with PIC to ensure gloves are available and on site at all times of operation. COS

In plain English

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

More about other finding

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bulk packages stored on retail shelves without the required labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure all foods stored on retail shelves are with proper labels with minimum requirements

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed reach in freezer not operating at this time. All foods being voluntarily disposed at this time. Discussed with PIC to ensure all equipment is properly operating

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy spills of corn meal along sliding doors of meat display case; food debris on produce shelves; dusty can goods stored on shelves. Clean to remove all spills / debris

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 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired yogurts (Feb 3) stored in refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure all expiration dates are in compliance. COS

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, Feb 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 11, 2025

Failed

5 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-304.15-POther

Official wording

(A) Gloves Use Limitation (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no gloves on site including butcher area. Discussed with PIC to ensure gloves are available and on site at all times of operation. COS

In plain English

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

More about other finding

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed bulk packages stored on retail shelves without the required labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure all foods stored on retail shelves are with proper labels with minimum requirements

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed reach in freezer not operating at this time. All foods being voluntarily disposed at this time. Discussed with PIC to ensure all equipment is properly operating

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed heavy spills of corn meal along sliding doors of meat display case; food debris on produce shelves; dusty can goods stored on shelves. Clean to remove all spills / debris

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 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired yogurts (Feb 3) stored in refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure all expiration dates are in compliance. COS

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, Feb 11, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 31, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 31, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 22, 2024

Passed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired baby food (2023) stored on retail shelf. Discussed with PIC to monitor expiration dates frequently to ensure compliant. PIC removed

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged fresh meat stored in reach in freezer for retail without proper labels. Provide label with minimum required information and identification

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 11, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination

Official wording

Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired baby food (2023) stored on retail shelf. Discussed with PIC to monitor expiration dates frequently to ensure compliant. PIC removed

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed packaged fresh meat stored in reach in freezer for retail without proper labels. Provide label with minimum required information and identification

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 11, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 5, 2024

Passed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed individual packaged items stored without labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure labels are provided for all re-packaged food items (beans / flour etc)

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills in the bottom of meat case. Clean to remove all spills

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills on floors in walk in cooler. Clean with frequency to remove all spills.

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 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired packaged food items in reach in unit and soiled cardboard boxes used for shelving at chip display. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure all food items are in compliance for expiration dates and maintain shelves clean smooth and durable. PIC remove while on site

In plain English

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

More about other finding

notedCode L1Other

Official wording

No wording provided in the official record.

Inspector’s notes

Post the current 2024 Health permit for the food establishment in a conspicuous place for the consumer

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 5, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 29, 2024

Failed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.003/3-602.11-PFFood source and labeling

Official wording

Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed individual packaged items stored without labels. Discussed with PIC to ensure labels are provided for all re-packaged food items (beans / flour etc)

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

majorCode 590.004/4-601.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills in the bottom of meat case. Clean to remove all spills

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed blood spills on floors in walk in cooler. Clean with frequency to remove all spills.

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 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther