CAFE POLONIA
Latest: PASS
October 20, 2025
Address
611 DORCHESTER AV
South Boston, MA 02127
Inspection History
48 inspections
23 failures
License
License #22381
Last inspected: October 20, 2025
Inspection History (48 most recent)
PASS
October 20, 2025
at 6:33 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Noted food items stored on the floor in the refrigeration walkin.Remove and store 6 inches from the floor | 590.004/4-903.12-C - Prohibitions (C): Remove all food it...
FAIL
October 2, 2025
at 5:37 PM
4 violations
590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Noted food items stored on the floor in the refrigeration walkin.Remove and store 6 inches from the floor | 590.004/4-903.12-C - Prohibitions (C): Remove all food it...
PASS
March 20, 2025
at 6:38 PM
6 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Did not observe staff washing hands before preparing food. Retrain staff when to wash hands | 590.004/4-401.11-C1 - Equipment Clothes Washers Dryers and Storage Cabinets Contamination Prevention Location (...
FAIL
March 13, 2025
at 4:44 PM
6 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Did not observe staff washing hands before preparing food. Retrain staff when to wash hands | 590.004/4-401.11-C1 - Equipment Clothes Washers Dryers and Storage Cabinets Contamination Prevention Location (...
PASS
December 27, 2024
at 7:08 PM
8 violations
590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): soiled cloth need to be stored in a sanitizer bucket.Provide and retrain staff | 590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Several food items stored on...
FAIL
December 19, 2024
at 7:16 PM
8 violations
590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): soiled cloth need to be stored in a sanitizer bucket.Provide and retrain staff | 590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Several food items stored on...
PASS
December 6, 2024
at 8:17 PM
1 violation
590.005/5-202.13-P - Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P): Produce sink observed without a backflow preventor. Provide or PIC to request variance with procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided while using.
FAIL
December 4, 2024
at 7:51 PM
2 violations
590.005/5-202.13-P - Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P): Produce sink observed without a backflow preventor. Provide or PIC to request variance with procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided while using. | 590.005/5-205.15-P ...
FAIL
November 5, 2024
at 8:43 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-302.14-PF - Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf): Wrong test strips to measure sanitizer concentration on site. Insppector test was used. Provide | 590.005/5-202.13-P - Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P): Produce sink observed withou...
FAIL
October 29, 2024
at 4:58 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-302.14-PF - Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf): Wrong test strips to measure sanitizer concentration on site. Insppector test was used. Provide | 590.005/5-202.13-P - Backflow Prevention Air Gap (P): Produce sink observed withou...
PASS
April 21, 2023
at 6:59 PM
11 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): Handsink was totally obstructed by trash can and cart of food contact equipment also hand washing is not easily accessible for staff- Discontinue storing trash and other items in front of handsink Make ...
FAIL
April 13, 2023
at 7:16 PM
11 violations
590.002/2-301.12-P - Cleaning Procedure (P): Handsink was totally obstructed by trash can and cart of food contact equipment also hand washing is not easily accessible for staff- Discontinue storing trash and other items in front of handsink Make ...
PASS
October 5, 2022
at 12:29 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-202.18-C - Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C): Hood is heavily soiled and greasy- Clean to remove excess grease and soils... Filters in kitchen is soiled with dust- Clean to remove dusts | 590.004/4-302.14-PF - Sanitizing Solutions ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
September 28, 2022
at 4:31 PM
13 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No Clean up kit nor supplies available- Provide Supplies and instructions for vomit and diarrhea kit.I sent email with supplies and instructions. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-u...
FAIL
September 21, 2022
at 5:47 PM
13 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No Clean up kit nor supplies available- Provide Supplies and instructions for vomit and diarrhea kit.I sent email with supplies and instructions. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-u...
PASS
May 4, 2022
at 3:34 PM
9 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): no managerial control on handwashing blocking handsink and warewash sink no sanitizer solution for wiping cloths storage of raw meats. | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged...
FAIL
April 29, 2022
at 12:31 PM
9 violations
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): no managerial control on handwashing blocking handsink and warewash sink no sanitizer solution for wiping cloths storage of raw meats. | 590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
October 4, 2021
at 7:18 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No clean up kit on site. | 590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Bulk containers stored on floor beneath prep table. Store all food c...
FAIL
September 27, 2021
at 6:42 PM
7 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No clean up kit on site. | 590.003/3-305.11-C - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C): Bulk containers stored on floor beneath prep table. Store all food c...
PASS
April 22, 2021
at 6:48 PM
7 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Post a current copy of a food safety and allergen certificate as discussed | 590.003/3-302.15-C - Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C): designate and identify the prep sink as discuss...
FAIL
April 15, 2021
at 7:38 PM
7 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Post a current copy of a food safety and allergen certificate as discussed | 590.003/3-302.15-C - Washing Fruits and Vegetables (C): designate and identify the prep sink as discuss...
PASS
March 6, 2019
at 8:12 PM
8 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Several meats in basement reach in freezer in bags not labeled. Provide proper label and date marking. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cooked pork shoulder left out 72F. Maintain cold holding at 4...
FAIL
February 21, 2019
at 4:31 PM
8 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Several meats in basement reach in freezer in bags not labeled. Provide proper label and date marking. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cooked pork shoulder left out 72F. Maintain cold holding at 4...
PASS
January 16, 2018
at 3:27 PM
9 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Onions stored on basement floor pot of beet soup being stored on floor. Store foods in protected areas. | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: No test kit for quats sanitizer. Provide. | 24-4-903.11 - Clean Equipmen...
FAIL
January 8, 2018
at 4:32 PM
9 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Onions stored on basement floor pot of beet soup being stored on floor. Store foods in protected areas. | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: No test kit for quats sanitizer. Provide. | 24-4-903.11 - Clean Equipmen...
PASS
September 14, 2017
at 5:56 PM
7 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Several smoked meats without invoice receipts - provide as discussed ( only purchase meats from reputable suppliers as discussed during inspection | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all clear p...
FAIL
September 7, 2017
at 4:19 PM
7 violations
01-3-201.11 - Approved Source: Several smoked meats without invoice receipts - provide as discussed ( only purchase meats from reputable suppliers as discussed during inspection | 02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Label all clear p...
PASS
September 27, 2016
at 6:17 PM
5 violations
06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Thawing seafood in stagnant water - thaw as discussed | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove all soiled bcardboard use to line shelving | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Remove any...
FAIL
September 21, 2016
at 5:49 PM
5 violations
06-3-501.13 - PHF's Properly Thawed: Thawing seafood in stagnant water - thaw as discussed | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Remove all soiled bcardboard use to line shelving | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Remove any...
PASS
December 7, 2015
at 7:33 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Do not store anything on top of the ice machine. Keep all food items 6 inches off the floor. | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: Remove carpeting from the basement floor and keep all supplies 6...
FAIL
November 20, 2015
at 4:01 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Do not store anything on top of the ice machine. Keep all food items 6 inches off the floor. | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: Remove carpeting from the basement floor and keep all supplies 6...
PASS
January 23, 2015
at 5:30 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: keep all food 6 inches off the floor of the walk in cooler. | 12-2-401.11-.12 - Good Hygienic Practices: provide covers for all personal drinks stored in the kitchen. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: re...
FAIL
January 9, 2015
at 6:16 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: keep all food 6 inches off the floor of the walk in cooler. | 12-2-401.11-.12 - Good Hygienic Practices: provide covers for all personal drinks stored in the kitchen. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: re...
PASS
February 5, 2014
at 1:30 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained:
FAIL
February 4, 2014
at 8:20 PM
5 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained:
PASS
January 27, 2014
at 5:34 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: keep food off walk-in floor | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: clean grease filter of build up | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: provide proof of sign up for serve safe class
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2013
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 14, 2013
at 7:10 PM
3 violations
37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: resurface rusted shelving in walk-in | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: clean grease filters of heavy build up | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: provide proof of all...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2012
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
FAIL
October 11, 2012
at 3:05 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: keep food off walk-in floor | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: clean grease filter of build up | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: provide proof of sign up for serve safe class
FAIL
September 26, 2012
at 6:21 PM
3 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: keep food off walk-in floor | 37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: clean grease filter of build up | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: provide proof of sign up for serve safe class
FAIL
May 1, 2012
at 4:56 PM
3 violations
37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: resurface rusted shelving in walk-in | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: clean grease filters of heavy build up | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: provide proof of all...
PASS
January 28, 2011
at 6:00 PM
2 violations
37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: hood sticker expired in july 2010 have professionally cleaned | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: hood with grease and carbon build up clean to remove
FAIL
January 11, 2011
at 3:08 PM
2 violations
37-6-201.11 - Walls/Ceilings Designed Constructed Installed: hood sticker expired in july 2010 have professionally cleaned | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: hood with grease and carbon build up clean to remove
PASS
March 5, 2009
at 5:05 PM
0 violations
PASS
December 2, 2008
at 5:12 PM
0 violations
PASS
March 7, 2008
at 3:20 PM
9 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: 1) stuffed cabbage at 125 f ensure hot hold of 140 f or above. cook to reheat to 140f or above. | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: 1) products stored on floor throughout establishment elevate 6 " off floor | 17-...
FAIL
February 29, 2008
at 4:15 PM
9 violations
03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: 1) stuffed cabbage at 125 f ensure hot hold of 140 f or above. cook to reheat to 140f or above. | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: 1) products stored on floor throughout establishment elevate 6 " off floor | 17-...