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Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

McDonald's

607 Washington St

Last inspected Jul 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

12 inspections

Inspection

Jul 2, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed the choc shake product still offered on the menu after an elevated retest. Advised pic to monitor and immediately address lab reports.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevated Coliform lab report for the choc milk shake. PIC has shut down the machine to properly clean and submit a retest.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 2, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 25, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed the choc shake product still offered on the menu after an elevated retest. Advised pic to monitor and immediately address lab reports.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevated Coliform lab report for the choc milk shake. PIC has shut down the machine to properly clean and submit a retest.

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

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 4, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 3, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Inspection

Aug 19, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 21, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 21, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

May 2, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 2, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 7, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the soft serve ice cream machine was still in operation even though lab results that were provided to the Health Department did not meet the minimum reuirements. Address and ensure that the machine is placed out of order completely cleaned and sanitized and new results are provided to the Health Department for review prior to using again.

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 7, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 1, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the soft serve ice cream machine was still in operation even though lab results that were provided to the Health Department did not meet the minimum reuirements. Address and ensure that the machine is placed out of order completely cleaned and sanitized and new results are provided to the Health Department for review prior to using again.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soda lines with visble food spills and cacked on sugars. Clean to remove.

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 1, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 22, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection the soft serve ice cream machine was still in operation even though lab results that were provided to the Health Department did not meet the minimum reuirements. Address and ensure that the machine is placed out of order completely cleaned and sanitized and new results are provided to the Health Department for review prior to using again.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Soda lines with visble food spills and cacked on sugars. Clean to remove.

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 22, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 23, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 23, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 22, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

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