CHARLESTOWN, MA - Health department officials identified compliance issues at United National Market in an inspection dated 08/13/2025.
Located at 134 BUNKER HILL ST, the facility is part of CHARLESTOWN's diverse food service industry. Routine inspections help maintain consistent safety standards throughout the city's dining establishments.
The inspection identified 6 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.
The first violation related to pest management. 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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Compliance with Food Law (P). Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The third violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C). Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The fourth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.
The fifth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C). Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.
The sixth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Prohibiting Animals (Pf). Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.
Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.
This inspection data is provided by Boston Public Health Commission. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/13/2025 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.
Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
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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