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Shannon's Tavern Inc

Latest: PASS October 6, 2025

🍽️ Cuisine: Bar

📍 Neighborhood: South Boston

🚇 Nearest Transit: Broadway (Red Line)

Address
558 EAST THIRD
South Boston, MA 02127
Inspection History
51 inspections
22 failures
License
License #18482
Last inspected: October 6, 2025

Inspection History (50 most recent)

PASS October 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-302.14-PF - Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf): Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide | 590.004/4-303.11-PF - Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf): Missing sanitizer agent. Establishment has dish det...
FAIL September 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
3 violations
590.004/4-302.14-PF - Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf): Missing testing device for 3 compartment sink. Provide | 590.004/4-303.11-PF - Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf): Missing sanitizer agent. Establishment has dish det...
PASS April 30, 2025 at 12:04 PM
1 violation
L1 - : Missing Allergen certicate provide and post accordingly.
FAIL April 23, 2025 at 7:01 PM
3 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): CFPM certificate expired. Provide a current certification | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Observed ...
FAIL April 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
3 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): CFPM certificate expired. Provide a current certification | 590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Observed ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 31, 2024 at 7:15 PM
0 violations
PASS August 29, 2024 at 6:12 PM
0 violations
PASS February 23, 2024 at 7:49 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Heavy dirt old debris observed on refrigeration units and cooking equipment. Clean to remove. D/C utilizing any equipment to store tra...
FAIL February 15, 2024 at 3:50 PM
4 violations
590.004/4-601.11-C - (B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C): Heavy dirt old debris observed on refrigeration units and cooking equipment. Clean to remove. D/C utilizing any equipment to store tra...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 3, 2024 at 8:23 PM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS August 8, 2023 at 7:13 PM
13 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Keep ice scoop stored in a clean and dry location of the facility as discussed - use of a bucket or container is recommended | 590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): S...
FAIL August 3, 2023 at 5:44 PM
11 violations
590.003/3-304.12-C - In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C): Keep ice scoop stored in a clean and dry location of the facility as discussed - use of a bucket or container is recommended | 590.003/3-304.14-C - Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C): S...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 18, 2023 at 3:24 PM
0 violations
PASS June 24, 2022 at 5:35 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C): Bar & kichen floor is damaged with exposed wood subfloor in several areas. make all necessary repairs.
FAIL May 23, 2022 at 3:59 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C): Bar & kichen floor is damaged with exposed wood subfloor in several areas. make all necessary repairs.
FAIL March 30, 2022 at 6:02 PM
4 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No VD kit on site. Provide. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean refrigerator in kicthen of all visible soils. | 590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Characteristi...
FAIL March 23, 2022 at 5:48 PM
4 violations
590.002/2-501.11-PF - Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf): No VD kit on site. Provide. | 590.004/4-602.13-C - Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C): Clean refrigerator in kicthen of all visible soils. | 590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Characteristi...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 22, 2021 at 5:54 PM
7 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Post the allergen awareness certificate alongside the food safety certificate once completed as well as placing the "before placing your order please inform your server if you...
FAIL October 15, 2021 at 4:52 PM
6 violations
590.003/3-601.11-C - Standards of Identity (C): Label all clear plastic spray bottles to properly identify the contents | 590.003/3-603.11-PF - Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogen...
PASS March 18, 2021 at 7:33 PM
11 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Expired certificates on site address | 590.003/3-202.16-P - Ice (P): Clean aound the lid of the ice machine as well as inside and around the perimeter from all visible soils | 59...
FAIL March 11, 2021 at 7:13 PM
11 violations
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C - (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C): Expired certificates on site address | 590.003/3-202.16-P - Ice (P): Clean aound the lid of the ice machine as well as inside and around the perimeter from all visible soils | 59...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 30, 2020 at 7:39 PM
10 violations
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF - (A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf): No food safety certificate on site provide | 590.003/3-202.16-P - Ice (P): Clean interior of the ice machine from visible soils especially under the front lid | 590.003(A)...
FAIL October 22, 2020 at 5:12 PM
10 violations
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF - (A) (B) and (C)(1) (4)-(16) Demonstration (Pf): No food safety certificate on site provide | 590.003/3-202.16-P - Ice (P): Clean interior of the ice machine from visible soils especially under the front lid | 590.003(A)...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS November 14, 2019 at 7:01 PM
1 violation
590.006/6-101.11-C - Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C): Portion of floor constructed of raw wood behind bar. Repair.
PASS November 8, 2018 at 7:09 PM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 25, 2017 at 2:34 PM
0 violations
PASS W/ CONDITIONS August 23, 2017 at 6:07 PM
8 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Provide a proper cover for the ice machine in the basement | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Replace where needed | 24-4-903.11 - Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage: Relocate clean pots a...
FAIL August 3, 2017 at 5:25 PM
5 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Provide a proper cover for the ice machine in the basement | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: Replace where needed | 24-4-903.11 - Clean Equipment & Utensils Storage: Relocate clean pots a...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS January 20, 2017 at 7:41 PM
7 violations
10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Chef knive stored in between soiled equipment - repair | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: Replace | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Clean ice machine from all visible soils | 31-5-204/05.11 - Locat...
FAIL January 13, 2017 at 7:39 PM
6 violations
10-3-304.12 - Food Utensil Storage: Chef knive stored in between soiled equipment - repair | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: Replace | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Clean ice machine from all visible soils | 31-5-204/05.11 - Locat...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS August 19, 2016 at 5:38 PM
9 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Replace badly worn cutting boards as discussed | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean interior of the ice machine | 23-...
FAIL August 12, 2016 at 6:17 PM
9 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Replace badly worn cutting boards as discussed | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 22-4-601/602.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Clean interior of the ice machine | 23-...
PASS March 16, 2016 at 5:17 PM
9 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: Provide area to properly air dry clean glasses / utensils | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contac...
FAIL March 11, 2016 at 1:37 PM
9 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: Provide area to properly air dry clean glasses / utensils | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contac...
FAIL March 3, 2016 at 6:44 PM
9 violations
05-4-302.12 - Food Thermometers Provided: Provide | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: Provide area to properly air dry clean glasses / utensils | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Set up as discussed | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contac...
PASS October 29, 2015 at 2:35 PM
0 violations
PASS April 21, 2015 at 5:38 PM
2 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: replace worn cutting board on the cold unit in the kitchen. | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: remove all unecessary items stored in the basement. Organize all remaining supplies.
FAIL April 6, 2015 at 4:43 PM
2 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: replace worn cutting board on the cold unit in the kitchen. | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: remove all unecessary items stored in the basement. Organize all remaining supplies.
FAIL April 23, 2014 at 12:36 PM
8 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: | 29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: | 42-6-501.113/.114 - Premises Maintained: | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: Provide proof of at least 1 certtified food manager. | 14-4-202.11 - Food Contact ...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS April 9, 2014 at 2:26 PM
2 violations
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: repair cold water faucet to mens room | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: serve safe expired - provide proof of sign for course
PASS W/ CONDITIONS December 30, 2013 at 5:00 AM
0 violations
FAIL May 1, 2013 at 6:24 PM
2 violations
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: repair cold water faucet to mens room | M-2-102.11 - PIC Knowledge: serve safe expired - provide proof of sign for course
PASS W/ CONDITIONS December 30, 2012 at 5:00 AM
0 violations
PASS July 6, 2012 at 2:29 PM
0 violations
PASS June 15, 2011 at 4:04 PM
2 violations
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: 1) sink in bathroom leaking repair | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: 1) floor at bar in disrepair repair
PASS October 28, 2010 at 3:39 PM
0 violations
FAIL October 14, 2009 at 3:38 PM
2 violations
29-5-201/02.11 - Installed and Maintained: 1) sink in bathroom leaking repair | 36-6-201.11 - Floors Designed Constructed Installed: 1) floor at bar in disrepair repair
PASS W/ CONDITIONS November 7, 2008 at 3:11 PM
5 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Interior of Ice unit dirty. Clean sanitize lx monthly. | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Wiping cloths lying on counters shelves. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Soda gun...
FAIL October 23, 2008 at 6:22 PM
5 violations
14-4-202.11 - Food Contact Surfaces Design: Interior of Ice unit dirty. Clean sanitize lx monthly. | 21-3-304.14 - Wiping Cloths Clean Sanitize: Wiping cloths lying on counters shelves. | 23-4-602.13 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean: Soda gun...
PASS W/ CONDITIONS October 24, 2007 at 3:49 PM
12 violations
15-4-202.16 - Non-Food Contact Surfaces: properly secure soda tank | 16-4-301.12 - Three Compartment Sink: provide proper drain plugs | 17-4-204.112/.115 - Equipment Thermometers: repair wash gauge | 17-4-302.14 - Test Kit Provided: provide test k...
Data sourced directly from Boston Inspectional Services Department