West Seventh Mini Market

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple bulk packaged foods opened and being sold individually without labels. Provide labels with the minimum required details including ingredients

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired can goods (2025) stored on retail shelves. Remove and monitor all food items to ensure expiration dates are in compliance

In plain English

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

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple bulk packaged foods opened and being sold individually without labels. Provide labels with the minimum required details including ingredients

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired can goods (2025) stored on retail shelves. Remove and monitor all food items to ensure expiration dates are in compliance

In plain English

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

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

Inspector’s notes

PIC is not montioring best by and use by dates on food items stored in refrigeration units or shelving units. PIC is instructed to go thru all shelving units and refrigeration and freezer units to remove all expired foods.

In plain English

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

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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Advised pic to remove and utilize proper equipment with flowing water access.

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.

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mulitple items without proper labeling. DC removing products from packaging for individual sale. All products must have proper labels

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.

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Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed several foods with Market Basket packaging. Advised pic to discontinue providing products from grocery stores. All products must be purchased thru an approved source.Remove

In plain English

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

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Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C)

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.

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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food debri and inside the handsink. DC utilizing as a dump sink. Clean to remove soils

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.

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Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed fly strips heavily soiled. Remove and discard

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed numerous expired items milk cream pudding sausage tuna cans stored on shelving units and refrigerated. Remove and discard.

In plain English

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

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed significant fly activity. Provide proper treatment for activity.

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.

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a cat inside sitting on the shelving unit. Remove and retain regular pest control service. Provide proof of contract and report via email to shemica.debnam@boston.gov

In plain English

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

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Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food soils on the handsinks. Clean to remove

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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

Inspector’s notes

PIC is not montioring best by and use by dates on food items stored in refrigeration units or shelving units. PIC is instructed to go thru all shelving units and refrigeration and freezer units to remove all expired foods.

In plain English

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

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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Advised pic to remove and utilize proper equipment with flowing water access.

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.

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed mulitple items without proper labeling. DC removing products from packaging for individual sale. All products must have proper labels

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.

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Compliance with Food Law (P)

Inspector’s notes

Observed several foods with Market Basket packaging. Advised pic to discontinue providing products from grocery stores. All products must be purchased thru an approved source.Remove

In plain English

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

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Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C)

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.

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Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food debri and inside the handsink. DC utilizing as a dump sink. Clean to remove soils

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.

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Insect Control Devices Design and Installation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed fly strips heavily soiled. Remove and discard

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed numerous expired items milk cream pudding sausage tuna cans stored on shelving units and refrigerated. Remove and discard.

In plain English

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

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed significant fly activity. Provide proper treatment for activity.

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.

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed a cat inside sitting on the shelving unit. Remove and retain regular pest control service. Provide proof of contract and report via email to shemica.debnam@boston.gov

In plain English

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

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Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Observed food soils on the handsinks. Clean to remove

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Remove and store in cool running water

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.

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Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted food cans stored directly on the floor. Remove and store 6 inches above the floor

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.

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Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted no hot water in the restroom. 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.

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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted no hand drying device/ paper towel in the restroom. Provide

In plain English

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

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted expired milk on the shelf in the refrigerator. Monitor and Remove all expiredd product

In plain English

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

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In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted ice cream scoops stored in stagnant water. Remove and store in cool running water

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.

Official wording

Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector’s notes

Noted food cans stored directly on the floor. Remove and store 6 inches above the floor

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.

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Handwashing Sinks Installation (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted no hot water in the restroom. 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.

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Hand Drying Provision (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted no hand drying device/ paper towel in the restroom. Provide

In plain English

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

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Noted expired milk on the shelf in the refrigerator. Monitor and Remove all expiredd product

In plain English

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

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple food items stored on retail shelves without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue the sales of unlabeled food items for retail. Ensure all food items are properly labeled with the minimum requirements per regulations

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.

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed dusty retail shelves and can goods. Clean all to remove dust

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired can goods on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to ensure expiration dates are in compliance for all foods stored on retail shelves.

In plain English

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

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed live cat in establishment. Instructed PIC to remove from establishment and contact licensed pest company for services

In plain English

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

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Food Labels (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed multiple food items stored on retail shelves without proper labels. Discussed with PIC to discontinue the sales of unlabeled food items for retail. Ensure all food items are properly labeled with the minimum requirements per regulations

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.

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed dusty retail shelves and can goods. Clean all to remove dust

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.

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Segregation and Location-Distressed Merchandise (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed expired can goods on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to ensure expiration dates are in compliance for all foods stored on retail shelves.

In plain English

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

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Observed live cat in establishment. Instructed PIC to remove from establishment and contact licensed pest company for services

In plain English

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

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several expired starbucks drinks in unit. 3 packages of sausages with sell by of 11/2023 in unit / Remove all expired product

In plain English

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

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat in store / Remove cat and all evidence

In plain English

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

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Prohibiting Animals (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Cat in store / Remove cat and all evidence

In plain English

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

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Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Several expired starbucks drinks in unit. 3 packages of sausages with sell by of 11/2023 in unit / Remove all expired product

In plain English

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

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Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace stained ceiling tiles in back room

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.

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Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)

Inspector’s notes

Light shiled missing in back area storage room. Provide.

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.

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Intensity-Lighting (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing light bulbs in back room.

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.