SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was El Mercadito last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 28, 2026. The result listed by Sacramento County Environmental Management Department was “PASS”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Mar 29, 2024 to Oct 28, 2026.
Has El Mercadito ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 29, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Routine
Oct 28, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
Cooling methods
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Oct 28, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Apr 1, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Contamination
Official Wording
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, AND UNADULTERATED
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 7, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Jan 7, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 22, 2025
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Mar 29, 2024
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
COOLING METHODS
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.