Inspection
Jul 20, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 20, 2026 · Original Source
Retail Food · Boston, MA
Whole Foods Market
51 Austin St
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
6 inspectionsInspection
Nov 3, 2025
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-305.11-CContamination
Official wording
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
Inspector’s notes
Small coffin refrigeration unit mainly used as a ": Specials of the day " dispaly packaged rawseafood along with packaged salads and other readt to eat foods is missing the proper barriers on either siude - Address as we discussed
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 contaminationOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 3, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 12, 2025
Report filed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
Rarenroast beef on the mtop mshelf of them deli case should have a seperate pan /container undermeath it to collect juices and spills from flowing to other deli meats - address
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 20, 2024
Passed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-403.11-PFOther
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Handling Prohibition-Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several customers are walking directly into the store with dog in their hands and then placing them inside shopping carts - no staff / management inquiring if they are " service animals " address accordingly
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure there are seperate food safety certificates in each department where needed [ deli - bakery - prepared foods ]
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Label all bulk food containers by the salad bar to properly identify the contents [ including all clear plastic bottles ]
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-601.12-COther
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Honestly Presented (C)
Inspector’s notes
packlaged crab cakes in an open coffin style self service freezer unit has several of these items thawed out or fresh ?? right on top of the other frozen packages of crab cakes - are they supposed to be frozen or fresh - packaged card cokes should state that " previously frozen " if tyhat is the case - keep frozen items frozen as intended
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
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Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils where needed throughout the stores shelving units bottom of the freezers and refrigeration units where needed
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
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(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Extra utensils being stored in a [plastic container out in the open by the salad bad lying flat on top of the salad bar- remove and store properly as discussed
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 20, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Sep 13, 2024
Failed
6 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002/2-403.11-PFOther
Official wording
Handling Prohibition-Animals (Pf)
Inspector’s notes
Several customers are walking directly into the store with dog in their hands and then placing them inside shopping carts - no staff / management inquiring if they are " service animals " address accordingly
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure there are seperate food safety certificates in each department where needed [ deli - bakery - prepared foods ]
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s notes
Label all bulk food containers by the salad bar to properly identify the contents [ including all clear plastic bottles ]
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-601.12-COther
Official wording
Honestly Presented (C)
Inspector’s notes
packlaged crab cakes in an open coffin style self service freezer unit has several of these items thawed out or fresh ?? right on top of the other frozen packages of crab cakes - are they supposed to be frozen or fresh - packaged card cokes should state that " previously frozen " if tyhat is the case - keep frozen items frozen as intended
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s notes
Clean to remove all visible food spills stains and soils where needed throughout the stores shelving units bottom of the freezers and refrigeration units where needed
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 problemsminorCode 590.004/4-903.11-C1Equipment and utensils
Official wording
(A) (B) and (D) Equipment Utensils Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C)
Inspector’s notes
Extra utensils being stored in a [plastic container out in the open by the salad bad lying flat on top of the salad bar- remove and store properly as discussed
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Sep 13, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
May 21, 2024
Report filed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.002(C)/2-102.12-CPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
Inspector’s notes
Post food safety and allergen awareness certificates in a conspicuous location of the food service locations of the store as we discussed during inspection
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 issuesminorCode 590.003/3-302.11-COther
Official wording
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (C)
Inspector’s notes
The self service rice cookers out for self service need to be elevated a little higher as customers can literally hover over the exposed open pot - rearrange as discussed to reduce potential contamination
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-601.11-COther
Official wording
Standards of Identity (C)
Inspector’s notes
Ensure there is visible signage available at the self service hot foods section stating " No bare hand contact " - " Please use utensils provided" at both ends of the hot holding unit
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, May 21, 2024 · Original Source
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