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Price Rite

333 M L King Bl

Last inspected Sep 18, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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

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14 inspections

Inspection

Sep 18, 2026

Failed (extension granted)

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations noted on inspection report Properly monitor all product and refrigeration/freezer units Review procedures with all staff

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-501.11-COther

Official wording

Frozen Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Jamaican beef patties in freezer with a unit temperature of 40F at 38F-43F. Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured the product at the time of the inspection. Product was not frozen for an undetermined amount of time. Packaging clearly stated to keep product frozen.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Freezer unit used to hold beef patties with a temperature of 40F at the time of the inspection and all the product was defrosted Discontinue use of the unit and make proper repairs

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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

At the time of the inspection an employee in the meat department had placed raw chicken wings in the sanitize bay of the 3 bay sink and there was raw chicken all over the sink- The product was removed and the sink was washed and sanitized Review with staff and discontinue

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, Sep 18, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Sep 10, 2026

Failed

4 recorded violations

majorCode 590.002(B)/2-102.11-PFOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Priority violations noted on inspection report Properly monitor all product and refrigeration/freezer units Review procedures with all staff

In plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode 590.003/3-501.11-COther

Official wording

Frozen Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Jamaican beef patties in freezer with a unit temperature of 40F at 38F-43F. Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured the product at the time of the inspection. Product was not frozen for an undetermined amount of time. Packaging clearly stated to keep product frozen.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
majorCode 590.004/4-301.11-PFFood temperature

Official wording

Cooling Heating and Holding Capacities-Equipment (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Freezer unit used to hold beef patties with a temperature of 40F at the time of the inspection and all the product was defrosted Discontinue use of the unit and make proper repairs

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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

At the time of the inspection an employee in the meat department had placed raw chicken wings in the sanitize bay of the 3 bay sink and there was raw chicken all over the sink- The product was removed and the sink was washed and sanitized Review with staff and discontinue

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, Sep 10, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Apr 17, 2026

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Inspection

Jan 15, 2026

Passed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hole observed in the lower wall in the meat storage room/ Repair to prevent pest entry

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 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted dead cockroaches in the back storage area on the glue trap.clean to remove /Provide detail pest 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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Stagnant water observed in the meat storage room floor. 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, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 8, 2026

Failed

3 recorded violations

minorCode 590.006/6-201.17-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector’s notes

Hole observed in the lower wall in the meat storage room/ Repair to prevent pest entry

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 590.006/6-501.112-CPests

Official wording

Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted dead cockroaches in the back storage area on the glue trap.clean to remove /Provide detail pest 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
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Stagnant water observed in the meat storage room floor. 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, Jan 8, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 15, 2025

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small rodent droppings noted in the produce storage room / Remove and maintain. *RK environmental Services provide weekly extermintations every Friday. Last visit on 8/1/2025. IPM does not reflect any activity at this time.

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, Aug 15, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Aug 7, 2025

Failed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Small rodent droppings noted in the produce storage room / Remove and maintain. *RK environmental Services provide weekly extermintations every Friday. Last visit on 8/1/2025. IPM does not reflect any activity at this time.

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, Aug 7, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 27, 2025

Report filed

1 recorded violation

minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ice build observed on the inside of the Brookline Ice frezer. Defrost and 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 27, 2025 · Original Source

Inspection

May 14, 2024

Passed

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Inspection

Mar 1, 2024

Passed

1 recorded violation

majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the re-inspection there was still evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings located on the sales floor. Pest control had also reported catching 21 mice while conductin their inspections. Management will follow up with additional reports and continue with frequent services until otherwise told by pest control.

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 1, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 16, 2024

Failed (extension granted)

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several packages of dog food/chips with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and discard all adulterated bags.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

At the time of the re-inspection there was still evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings located on the sales floor. Pest control had also reported catching 21 mice while conductin their inspections. Management will follow up with additional reports and continue with frequent services until otherwise told by pest control.

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, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Feb 8, 2024

Failed

2 recorded violations

criticalCode 590.003/3-701.11-PContamination

Official wording

Discarding or Reconditioning Unsafe Adulterated or Contaminated Food (P)

Inspector’s notes

Several packages of dog food/chips with what appears to be gnaw markings. Address and discard all adulterated bags.

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 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Evidence of what appears to be gnaw markings on packages of dog food/chips. Address and provide an additional pest control report for the re-inspection.

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, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Jan 3, 2024

Not required

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 4, 2023

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.004/4-101.11-CFacility maintenance

Official wording

Characteristics-Materials for Construction and Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Door gasket to walk in cooler loose repair.

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 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector’s notes

Continue to clean the drains to remove slight odors.

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, Oct 4, 2023 · Original Source

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