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Quick Answers
When was Chipotle Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 20, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
17 inspections on record, from Oct 26, 2023 to Oct 20, 2026.
Has Chipotle Mexican Grill ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 17 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 26, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
17 inspections
Inspection
Oct 20, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor At cooking line/serving line soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 13, 2026
Hearing scheduled
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed fruit-like flies near the office area. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator ensure proper treatment against flies are in plcae.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor At cooking line/serving line soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 13, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 5, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed fruit-like flies near the office area. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator ensure proper treatment against flies are in plcae.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Floors Dustless Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floor At cooking line/serving line soiled. Clean properly.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 5, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 19, 2026
Passed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official Wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s Notes
As a precaution all open foods contained in open top refrigerators has been volunarily discarded by the on site PIC that may have been affected by noxious smoke odors. PIC to contact trash company for an extra pickup to remove food waste (inside walking) if power is not restore in a timely manner. Upon arrival smoke odors has dissipated.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Stagnant water observed throughout the establishment due to sprinkler discharge. Clean to remove and provide invoices
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Fire alarm was panel was tripped due to grease fire. Provide documentation that fire alarm panel has been reset and email it to isdhealth@boston.gov pror to being allowed to reopen. Ok from ISD Electrician will be required prior to reopen *** Ceiling attachement/ light fixture needs to me repair and fully operational prior to re open.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 16, 2026
Voluntarily closed
4 recorded violations
criticalCode 590.003/3-101.11-PContamination
Official Wording
Safe Unadulterated and Honestly Presented (P)
Inspector’s Notes
As a precaution all open foods contained in open top refrigerators has been volunarily discarded by the on site PIC that may have been affected by noxious smoke odors. PIC to contact trash company for an extra pickup to remove food waste (inside walking) if power is not restore in a timely manner. Upon arrival smoke odors has dissipated.
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.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Stagnant water observed throughout the establishment due to sprinkler discharge. Clean to remove and provide invoices
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Fire alarm was panel was tripped due to grease fire. Provide documentation that fire alarm panel has been reset and email it to isdhealth@boston.gov pror to being allowed to reopen. Ok from ISD Electrician will be required prior to reopen *** Ceiling attachement/ light fixture needs to me repair and fully operational prior to re open.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 16, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 3, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No IPM report for the month of February on file. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a curremt one.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 24, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
majorCode 590.006/6-501.111-PFPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
No IPM report for the month of February on file. Provide an IPM report by a licensed exterminator.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood Vent sticker expired. Provide a curremt one.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 25, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 8, 2025
Passed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Equipment Clean Solutions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rinse and sanitizer water in the 3 bay sink with soils and heavy food debris- Ensure water is maintained clean for procedures Corrected on site
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handwashing sink at the warewashing area has been blocked off due to the cold water being broken per the PIC epair sink to allow for water temperature to be regulated to properly wash hands at 110F Additional handwashing sinks available
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink and sanitizer from the automated dispenser at the 3 bay sink at above 500ppm quats Make proper repairs to ensure sanitizer is maintained at 200-400ppm Add water until repairs are made
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 8, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 1, 2025
Failed
3 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.18-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing Equipment Clean Solutions (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rinse and sanitizer water in the 3 bay sink with soils and heavy food debris- Ensure water is maintained clean for procedures Corrected on site
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Handwashing sink at the warewashing area has been blocked off due to the cold water being broken per the PIC epair sink to allow for water temperature to be regulated to properly wash hands at 110F Additional handwashing sinks available
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink and sanitizer from the automated dispenser at the 3 bay sink at above 500ppm quats Make proper repairs to ensure sanitizer is maintained at 200-400ppm Add water until repairs are made
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Apr 17, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 10, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 10, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Aug 7, 2024
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Aug 7, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 16, 2024
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker expired December 2023- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Quats sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink from an automated dispenser at above 500ppm- Contaact Ecolab to lower the PPM Add water until adjustments are made Corrected on site
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 7, 2024
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker expired December 2023- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Quats sanitizer set up in the 3 bay sink from an automated dispenser at above 500ppm- Contaact Ecolab to lower the PPM Add water until adjustments are made Corrected on site
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.