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Mini Central

140 Harvard St

Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

9 inspections

Inspection

Feb 20, 2026

Passed

5 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per PIC No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

02/17/2026 Retail shelving/observed dust/soils on food cans/clean to remove dust Hershey Icecream coffin freezer observed with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove Floors throughout the retail store area were observed to be soiled . 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
majorCode 590.006/6-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

on compliance visit2.17.2026 I observed 12 bottles of Blue cheese dressing with past expiration date from 01/25/2025. 2 bottles of mayo with the past expiration date from Feb 1 2026 Multiples cans ofCampbells cream of mushroom and cream of broccoli soup with past expiration date from Nov 16 2025.Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for expiration dates.

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

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Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

2/17/2026 Evidence of mice dropping was observed underneath the chips shelving and on the selving were cat food is stored un the windown ledge. clean to remove / Provide updated pest control report with no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues Observed Package food items with signs of rodent gnawing chewing( bags of Ridgies chips and cat foods) on the shelving./Provide a detailed pest control report to keila.depina@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
majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 20, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 17, 2026

Voluntarily closed

8 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002/2-501.11-PFCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per PIC No procedure or supplies for vomit/ diarrhea clean up kit./ Provide complete vomit clean up kit

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 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Responded to the location for a report of a cat on site odors & feces/urine. Upon arrival I spoke with manager Amin Nurul who stated that there was a cat on site. (Cat was not observed) litter box odors & food set up were observed. Manager was instructed to remove the cat clean/sanitize the affected locations to remove odors of feces & urine

In plain English

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

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minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

02/17/2026 Retail shelving/observed dust/soils on food cans/clean to remove dust Hershey Icecream coffin freezer observed with excess frost build-up. Defrost and clean to remove Floors throughout the retail store area were observed to be soiled . 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
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove the litter box & cat food from under the mop sink. Clean & sanitize all affected locations to remove odors of feces & urine

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

on compliance visit2.17.2026 I observed 12 bottles of Blue cheese dressing with past expiration date from 01/25/2025. 2 bottles of mayo with the past expiration date from Feb 1 2026 Multiples cans ofCampbells cream of mushroom and cream of broccoli soup with past expiration date from Nov 16 2025.Address and ensure all foods are being checked prior to and while out on the sales floor for expiration dates.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (C)

Inspector’s notes

2/17/2026 Evidence of mice dropping was observed underneath the chips shelving and on the selving were cat food is stored un the windown ledge. clean to remove / Provide updated pest control report with no activity/no catches/no structural voids/no sanitation issues Observed Package food items with signs of rodent gnawing chewing( bags of Ridgies chips and cat foods) on the shelving./Provide a detailed pest control report to keila.depina@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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per the on site manager there is a cat on site(not observed) Litter box food & cat odors observed in mop closet Remove the cat.

In plain English

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

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majorCode 590.008/8-404.11-PFOther

Official wording

(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Due to unsanitary conditions found at the time of inspection voluntary closure was issue until establisment is deemed safe to reopen

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 17, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 14, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Responded to the location for a report of a cat on site odors & feces/urine. Upon arrival I spoke with manager Amin Nurul who stated that there was a cat on site. (Cat was not observed) litter box odors & food set up were observed. Manager was instructed to remove the cat clean/sanitize the affected locations to remove odors of feces & urine

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

Clean & sanitize the location to remove cat odors & any evidence of cat feces & urine under the mop sink

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

Clean to remove the litter box & cat food from under the mop sink. Clean & sanitize all affected locations to remove odors of feces & urine

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 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Per the on site manager there is a cat on site(not observed) Litter box food & cat odors observed in mop closet Remove the cat.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 14, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

May 13, 2025

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 13, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 16, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.006/6-501.114-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)

Inspector’s notes

Excess boxes and debris observed near the rear exit. Discontinue and ensure the back hallway near the fire exit is maintained clear at all times.

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, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 26, 2024

Passed

4 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-307.11-CContamination

Official wording

Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination (C)

Inspector’s notes

Torn bag of pet food being tapped together and then put back on the shelves for sale.

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 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

This will be the second time requesting that the cat is to be removed from the establishment. Address and remove the cat permanently.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

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Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Bags of pet food observed with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address remove and provide an up to date pest control report 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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat observed inside of the establishment. Remove Permanently.

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, Dec 26, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Dec 17, 2024

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

This will be the second time requesting that the cat is to be removed from the establishment. Address and remove the cat permanently.

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

Torn bag of pet food being tapped together and then put back on the shelves for sale.

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

Bags of pet food observed with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address remove and provide an up to date pest control report 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
majorCode 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat observed inside of the establishment. Remove Permanently.

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, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 28, 2024

Passed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several jars of baby food with pat expiration dates from Oct 2023-Jan 2024.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection there was cat feces observed on the floor of the store. Address remove the cat and clean adn sanitize floor.

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 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat living on the premises. Remove permanently.

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, May 28, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

May 21, 2024

Failed

3 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several jars of baby food with pat expiration dates from Oct 2023-Jan 2024.

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 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the inspection there was cat feces observed on the floor of the store. Address remove the cat and clean adn sanitize floor.

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 590.006/6-501.115-PFOther

Official wording

Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat living on the premises. Remove permanently.

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, May 21, 2024 · Original Source

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