DILLON'S
⚠️ This facility has been closed 1 time by the Health Department
Latest: PASS
September 19, 2025
Address
955 BOYLSTON ST
Fenway, MA 02115
Inspection History
60 inspections
29 failures
1 closures
License
License #23110
Last inspected: September 19, 2025
Inspection History (50 most recent)
PASS
September 19, 2025
at 4:43 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-501.14-C - Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C): Hood sticker is expired. Provide current. Cleaning scheduled for 9/16/25 per email from CS ventilation.
FAIL
September 5, 2025
at 3:14 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): Shellstock tag not with oysters COS. date of last sold not being written on tags. Retrain staff. | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Ice scoops with...
FAIL
August 29, 2025
at 6:04 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-203.12-PF - Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf): Shellstock tag not with oysters COS. date of last sold not being written on tags. Retrain staff. | 590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Ice scoops with...
FAIL
November 20, 2024
at 5:47 PM
5 violations
590.004/4-602.11-C - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (C): Inside ice machine of visible soils. Clean to remove. | 590.006/6-202.15-C - Outer Openings Protected (C): Daylight visible around rear door off lounge. Seal with pe...
PASS
May 29, 2024
at 5:55 PM
3 violations
590.005/5-203.14-P - Backflow Prevention Device When Required (P): Food prep sink has no air gap in drain pipe. Install. | 590.005/5-501.116-C - Cleaning Receptacles (C): Waste oil container with soils. Clean to remove or contact company to repla...
FAIL
May 21, 2024
at 3:18 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw beef above ready to eat crackers. Corrected on site. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Bar ice bins with black colored soils floo...
FAIL
May 14, 2024
at 3:54 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Raw beef above ready to eat crackers. Corrected on site. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Bar ice bins with black colored soils floo...
PASS
July 13, 2023
at 3:40 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat food (tortilla) in the walk in. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain seperated in storage for raw...
FAIL
June 29, 2023
at 7:09 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-302.11-P - Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P): Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat food (tortilla) in the walk in. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain seperated in storage for raw...
PASS
August 23, 2022
at 7:32 PM
13 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Nmerous employees in kitchen with no hair restraints-Self corrected at the time of the inspection | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Numerous priority and priori...
🚫 CLOSURE
August 22, 2022
at 7:22 PM
13 violations
590.002/2-402.11-C - Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C): Nmerous employees in kitchen with no hair restraints-Self corrected at the time of the inspection | 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF - (A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf): Numerous priority and priori...
PASS
June 28, 2022
at 9:01 PM
5 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Tongs stored on grill handler - prep area Cheese grater handle in contact with cheese - Corrected on site | 590.004/4-301.13-C - Drain boards (C): Stacking wet clean equipment on shelv...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
June 13, 2022
at 7:34 PM
28 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed employee donning on clean gloves without washing hands Observed wiping hands on clothing Observed food handler entering work station with properly washing hand before resuming duties Observed ware wa...
FAIL
June 9, 2022
at 4:06 PM
28 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Observed employee donning on clean gloves without washing hands Observed wiping hands on clothing Observed food handler entering work station with properly washing hand before resuming duties Observed ware wa...
PASS
March 15, 2021
at 6:27 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Food worker on site not washing hands with the proper frequency. All handsinks appear dry and several have no paper towels. Retrain staff on the importance of handwashing. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of ...
FAIL
March 5, 2021
at 6:40 PM
18 violations
590.002/2-301.14-P - When to Wash (P): Food worker on site not washing hands with the proper frequency. All handsinks appear dry and several have no paper towels. Retrain staff on the importance of handwashing. | 590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of ...
PASS
October 22, 2019
at 6:09 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-602.11-P - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P): Clean the interior chute of the ice machine to remove soils. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean tabletop under slicer to remove soils/debris |...
FAIL
October 8, 2019
at 3:57 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-602.11-P - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P): Clean the interior chute of the ice machine to remove soils. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean tabletop under slicer to remove soils/debris |...
PASS
April 16, 2019
at 6:16 PM
9 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple items at salad station reading 48-52F for 60 min per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC to move items to alternate unit to cool/hold 41F or below. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Grease tr...
FAIL
April 4, 2019
at 4:16 PM
9 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Multiple items at salad station reading 48-52F for 60 min per PIC.Maintain cold holding 41F or below PIC to move items to alternate unit to cool/hold 41F or below. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Grease tr...
PASS
November 2, 2018
at 3:49 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Observed unwrapped cheese stored in cook line reach in unit.Discontinue.Provide proper wrap/covers for all stored items. PIC discarded items | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide working internal ...
FAIL
October 22, 2018
at 4:36 PM
8 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: Observed unwrapped cheese stored in cook line reach in unit.Discontinue.Provide proper wrap/covers for all stored items. PIC discarded items | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Provide working internal ...
PASS
April 30, 2018
at 3:47 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Foil observed lining the lower shelf of prep table.Resurface Maintain surface smooth /durable/cleanable Dish room:Grease trap rusted.Resurface Upper bar: Provide drip hose for middle soda gun. | 17-4-204....
FAIL
April 13, 2018
at 4:04 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Foil observed lining the lower shelf of prep table.Resurface Maintain surface smooth /durable/cleanable Dish room:Grease trap rusted.Resurface Upper bar: Provide drip hose for middle soda gun. | 17-4-204....
PASS
August 23, 2017
at 4:22 PM
3 violations
36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: Broken/cracked floor tiles in walk in refrigeration unit and food prep/ware washing area Exposed wood on steps to storage - Basement | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: Wall...
FAIL
July 21, 2017
at 7:40 PM
24 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Melon 59 F Feta Cheese 59 F Yogurt dressing 69 F Unit 59 F Food discarded and unit has been placed out of use | 08-3-302.11/3-304.11 - Separation Segregation Cross Contamination: Raw chicken stored over cooked chick...
FAIL
July 19, 2017
at 3:34 PM
24 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Melon 59 F Feta Cheese 59 F Yogurt dressing 69 F Unit 59 F Food discarded and unit has been placed out of use | 08-3-302.11/3-304.11 - Separation Segregation Cross Contamination: Raw chicken stored over cooked chick...
PASS
April 4, 2016
at 1:00 PM
2 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Built up soils on interior of ice machine | 590.009(E) - Anti-Choking: While food is being served there shall be on the premises an employee trained in Anti-Choking
FAIL
March 25, 2016
at 12:51 PM
20 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Food containers not labeled with common name of food items | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Food thermometer not working - Provide working food thermometer | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Prote...
FAIL
March 14, 2016
at 6:02 PM
20 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Food containers not labeled with common name of food items | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Food thermometer not working - Provide working food thermometer | 08-3-305-307.11 - Food Prote...
PASS
November 3, 2015
at 5:42 PM
9 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Bulk Food Bins at the lower level without proper labels. Provide. | 03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Cooking line- Clam Chowder 121F. PIC turned up the temperature of the hot holding unit and re-heated ...
FAIL
October 27, 2015
at 6:54 PM
9 violations
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12 - Food Container Labels: Bulk Food Bins at the lower level without proper labels. Provide. | 03-3-501.16 - Hot Holding: Cooking line- Clam Chowder 121F. PIC turned up the temperature of the hot holding unit and re-heated ...
PASS
April 17, 2015
at 4:44 PM
8 violations
03-3-403.11 - Reheating: Beef gravy at the hot holding unit 134F. Unit above 140F. Re-heat to 165F or above before hot holding it. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Refrigerator Unit at the cooking line- Beef 47F Lobster 50F Chicken 49F. Unit 48F...
FAIL
April 10, 2015
at 5:42 PM
8 violations
03-3-403.11 - Reheating: Beef gravy at the hot holding unit 134F. Unit above 140F. Re-heat to 165F or above before hot holding it. | 03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Refrigerator Unit at the cooking line- Beef 47F Lobster 50F Chicken 49F. Unit 48F...
PASS
October 1, 2014
at 4:18 PM
2 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cold holding unit near hand sink- Feta cheese 51F blue cheese 48F. | 15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Cold holding unit not able to maintain food at 41F or below. Repair or replace.
FAIL
September 22, 2014
at 6:49 PM
15 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cold holding unit near hand sink- Feta cheese 51F blue cheese 48F. | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No food thermometer on site. Provide. | 08-3-302.15 - Washing fruits and veg's.: Not properly washe...
FAIL
September 15, 2014
at 3:59 PM
15 violations
03-3-501.16(A) - Cold Holding: Cold holding unit near hand sink- Sausage 47F Sliced tomato 45F Caramelized onions 47F. Maintain at 41F or below. | 05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: No food thermometer on site. Provide. | 08-3-302.15 - Wa...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 25, 2014
at 7:50 PM
1 violation
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: During the inspection a patron complained about an odor within the women's restroom. Upon inspection a sewer odor was identified around the floor drain located between the bathroom stalls and the...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2013
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
July 22, 2013
at 5:14 PM
4 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: repair/replace damaged covering on top of ice machine | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: provide proper chlorine test kit with guide | 36-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Floors: basement/dishroom/re...
FAIL
July 15, 2013
at 5:31 PM
15 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: properly store all sheet trays 6 inches off floor provide scoop with handle for all bulk food containers | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: provide proper hair restraints | 14-4-202.11 - Food Conta...
FAIL
July 1, 2013
at 2:03 PM
15 violations
08-3-305-307.11 - Food Protection: properly store all sheet trays 6 inches off floor provide scoop with handle for all bulk food containers | 13-2-304/402.11 - Clean Cloths Hair Restraint: provide proper hair restraints | 14-4-202.11 - Food Conta...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
December 30, 2012
at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
August 6, 2012
at 6:55 PM
1 violation
23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Provide a thorough cleaning to the ice machine.
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
February 3, 2012
at 6:55 PM
3 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: Door Frame coming apart from the wall allowing a gap. Weather stripping worn allowing a gap. All possible entry points for rodents. Repair. | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: C...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
July 6, 2011
at 4:36 PM
3 violations
20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: sanitizer not operational repair immediately | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean all dust and soil from condenser fan covers | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: repair to elim...
FAIL
June 29, 2011
at 6:49 PM
3 violations
20-4-703.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: sanitizer not operational repair immediately | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean all dust and soil from condenser fan covers | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: repair to elim...
PASS
August 6, 2010
at 2:59 PM
7 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean thoroughly and regularly | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean interior of dish machine to remove all excess food and food debris | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tis...
FAIL
July 23, 2010
at 4:49 PM
7 violations
22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean thoroughly and regularly | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: clean interior of dish machine to remove all excess food and food debris | 32-6-301.11-02.11 - Hand Cleaner Drying Tis...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
January 25, 2010
at 6:02 PM
2 violations
37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: clean all walls in food service area in basement to remove all soil | 37-6-501.11-.12 - Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings: repair hole to provide clean durable non-porous surface