ROXBURY, MA - Health inspectors documented violations at Pina's Grocery during a routine inspection conducted on 04/06/2023.
Located at 1985 COLUMBUS AV, the facility is part of ROXBURY's diverse food service industry. Routine inspections help maintain consistent safety standards throughout the city's dining establishments.
The inspection identified 7 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
The second violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C). Chemical contamination from improper storage can cause acute poisoning.
The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Compliance with Food Law (P). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The fourth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The fifth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Outside Receptacles (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The sixth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The seventh violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Controlling Pests (Pf). The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/06/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Boston Public Health Commission. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Massachusetts Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Local Health Department
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas. Chemical contamination from improper storage can cause acute poisoning. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Boston Public Health Commission. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Massachusetts Food Code (105 CMR 590), FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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