- Current
- 0
- Violations
- 117
- Corrections
- 72
- Inspections
- 45
- Failures
- 18
- Pests
- 14
Last Inspection
Sep 14, 2022, 5:47 PMNo ViolationsNot Required
Sep 14, 2022Not Required
No ViolationsNo Violations During This Inspection
Nearby Pest Activity
2 pest reports within 100ft in the last 2 years
mouse! dead82ft away · 311 Boston · 1y ago
rat! dead95ft away · 311 Boston · 1y ago
Violation Categories
🧽Cleaning & Sanitation24
🏗️Structural Issues18
🐀Pest Control12
🌡️Temperature Control8
🍽️Equipment & Utensils5
🚰Plumbing / Water3
Inspection Timeline
Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
Sep 3, 20241 violation · 2 correctionsPass
Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass
+45 more inspections available
Inspection data sourced from official Boston health department records.
🐛 Report an issueFrequently Asked Questions
Has Merkato Variety Store passed its last health inspection?
Merkato Variety Store's most recent inspection result was "HE_NotReq" on September 14, 2022.
How many health violations does Merkato Variety Store have?
Merkato Variety Store has 117 total health violations across 45 inspections on record. 72 of those violations were subsequently corrected.
How often is Merkato Variety Store inspected?
Merkato Variety Store has been inspected 45 times. Health inspections in Boston are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
Has Merkato Variety Store ever failed a health inspection?
Yes, Merkato Variety Store has failed 18 out of 45 health inspections (40% failure rate).
Does Merkato Variety Store have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
Merkato Variety Store has 14 pest-related citations on record from health inspections. Pest citations can include evidence of rodents, cockroaches, flies, or other insects found during inspection.
Is Merkato Variety Store safe to eat at?
Merkato Variety Store's most recent inspection result was "HE_NotReq". The restaurant has 117 violations across 45 inspections. We recommend checking the full inspection history before dining.
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