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McDonalds

1223 Commonwealth Av

Last inspected Jul 1, 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

13 inspections

Inspection

Jul 1, 2026

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement along the back wall window ledge observed a live rodent on a glue trap a deceased rodent inside a bait box inside of the electrical closet on the floor observed a deceased rodent observed gnawed insulation on tops of surfaces where below where there are holes in the basement ceilings a pest control report from 6-25-2026 states that there was no activity and no evidence. The person in charge called their maintenance person to seal the observed holes and called Ecolab to perform an emergency service at the restaurant who is normally at the restaurant once a week for service. After your pest control operator peforms their service provide the IPM report seal any gaps holes or entry points and dispose of the captured or deceased rodents.

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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jul 1, 2026

Voluntarily closed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement along the back wall window ledge observed a live rodent on a glue trap a deceased rodent inside a bait box inside of the electrical closet on the floor observed a deceased rodent observed gnawed insulation on tops of surfaces where below where there are holes in the basement ceilings a pest control report from 6-25-2026 states that there was no activity and no evidence. The person in charge called their maintenance person to seal the observed holes and called Ecolab to perform an emergency service at the restaurant who is normally at the restaurant once a week for service. After your pest control operator peforms their service provide the IPM report seal any gaps holes or entry points and dispose of the captured or deceased rodents.

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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 3, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.112-COther

Official wording

Outside Storage Prohibitions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Loose trash and debris at the outside alley area. Clean properly.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Exterior Walls and Roofs Protective Barrier (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several repair/sealing issues pointed out in the IPM report from ECOLAB. Perform neccessary work to correct them

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

IPM report pointed out to some rodent activity at Electrical Room. Continue the neccessary work to eleminate it.

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, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 20, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.112-COther

Official wording

Outside Storage Prohibitions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Loose trash and debris at the outside alley area. Clean properly.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Exterior Walls and Roofs Protective Barrier (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several repair/sealing issues pointed out in the IPM report from ECOLAB. Perform neccessary work to correct them

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

IPM report pointed out to some rodent activity at Electrical Room. Continue the neccessary work to eleminate it.

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, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 13, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.005/5-501.112-COther

Official wording

Outside Storage Prohibitions (C)

Inspector’s notes

Loose trash and debris at the outside alley area. Clean properly.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-202.16-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Exterior Walls and Roofs Protective Barrier (C)

Inspector’s notes

Door Sweep damaged at the edge (described also in IPM report). Replace.

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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed some old rodent-like droppings at lower level. Some rat-like droppings at outside alley. Provide a new IPM report by a licensed exterminator.

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, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 27, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 24, 2026

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed excessive numbers of large dark rodent droppings in the basement: in the nook directly at the bottom left of the stairs inside the drop ceiling and behind tables in storage as well as inside the closet of the mop closet. The provided pest control report from 12-20-2025 did not indicate any pest activity in the store but notes there are several structural repairs that should be completed to prevent pest entry. On 1-22-2026 the Health Inspector observed evidence of pest activity in the basement. Clean and sanitize the areas of the droppings and have your pest control operator perform a service before the scheduled reinspection and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov

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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement there are holes in some of the ceiling tiles as well as missing ceiling tiles; repair or replaces the ceiling tiles. In the main kitchen several areas of the floor have low grout lines that is allowing excessive water to pool into the cavities; repair or replace the grout lines in the main kitchen area. In the mop closet next to the restroom there is a hole in the wall; repair or replace the drywall.

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
criticalCode 590.014/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)

Inspector’s notes

Per discussion with Principal Health Inspector Tracy Seneschal an imminent health hazard is present in this location in the form of a pest infestation.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 24, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 22, 2026

Voluntarily closed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-301.14-CHandwashing

Official wording

Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed excessive numbers of large dark rodent droppings in the basement: in the nook directly at the bottom left of the stairs inside the drop ceiling and behind tables in storage as well as inside the closet of the mop closet. The provided pest control report from 12-20-2025 did not indicate any pest activity in the store but notes there are several structural repairs that should be completed to prevent pest entry. On 1-22-2026 the Health Inspector observed evidence of pest activity in the basement. Clean and sanitize the areas of the droppings and have your pest control operator perform a service before the scheduled reinspection and send the report to damien.yee@boston.gov

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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

In the basement there are holes in some of the ceiling tiles as well as missing ceiling tiles; repair or replaces the ceiling tiles. In the main kitchen several areas of the floor have low grout lines that is allowing excessive water to pool into the cavities; repair or replace the grout lines in the main kitchen area. In the mop closet next to the restroom there is a hole in the wall; repair or replace the drywall.

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
criticalCode 590.014/SummaryS-PPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

uspension of Permit / Emergency Closure without a Prior Hearing (P)

Inspector’s notes

Per discussion with Principal Health Inspector Tracy Seneschal an imminent health hazard is present in this location in the form of a pest infestation.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 20, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate shake listed on the most recent lab report was not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested and forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC states that the machine is cleaned weekly

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, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jun 13, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

I discussed with the PIC that the chocolate shake listed on the most recent lab report was not in compliance with bacterial counts. PIC instructed to discontinue serving the implicated item. Clean/sanitize the machine have item re-tested and forward results to the Health Department for review. PIC states that the machine is cleaned weekly

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, Jun 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Mar 28, 2025

Report filed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-202.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light shield missing at the 3 bay sink- Replace

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 590.006/6-501.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

An area of the ceiling in the lower level has a stained tile- Replace

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, Mar 28, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Nov 20, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 5, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

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