Inspection
Oct 14, 2026
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Mobile Food Walk On · Boston, MA
Mr. Pacho Colombian Food
1 Citywide St
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Quick Answers
- When was Mr. Pacho Colombian Food last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 14, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 9 inspections on record, from Nov 22, 2023 to Oct 14, 2026.
- Has Mr. Pacho Colombian Food ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 22, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspectionsInspection
Jul 21, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 7.15.26. Provide updated sticker
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 20, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Wash rice at the commissary before transporting it to the trailor for cooking.Hold the washed rice under refrigeration at 41F or below until is ready to be cooked.Cook the rice to the required temperature then hot holding it in the steamer at 135F or above until served
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed multiples squeeze bottle on the cold holding unit without label. Provide label
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bulks food bins ( rice) observed with portion cup/ Provide scoop with handles to prevent contamination by hands
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled wiping cloths on the counter/properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution at the required PPM
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Knife and container observed stored in the handwashing sink. Discontinue . The hand sink needs to be accessible.( Corrected on site)
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 7.15.26. Provide updated sticker
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals
Official Wording
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Inspector’s Notes
three bay sink and red bucket Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer exceeds 200PPM. Recommendation 50-100PPM. Corrected by PIC
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jul 17, 2026
Failed
7 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Wash rice at the commissary before transporting it to the trailor for cooking.Hold the washed rice under refrigeration at 41F or below until is ready to be cooked.Cook the rice to the required temperature then hot holding it in the steamer at 135F or above until served
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-302.12-COther
Official Wording
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed multiples squeeze bottle on the cold holding unit without label. Provide label
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Bulks food bins ( rice) observed with portion cup/ Provide scoop with handles to prevent contamination by hands
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 590.004/4-901.12-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Air Drying Location (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed soiled wiping cloths on the counter/properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution at the required PPM
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsmajorCode 590.005/5-205.11-PFHandwashing
Official Wording
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Knife and container observed stored in the handwashing sink. Discontinue . The hand sink needs to be accessible.( Corrected on site)
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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Hood sticker observed expired 7.15.26. Provide updated sticker
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.007/7-204.11-PChemicals
Official Wording
Sanitizers Criteria-Chemicals (P)
Inspector’s Notes
three bay sink and red bucket Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer exceeds 200PPM. Recommendation 50-100PPM. Corrected by PIC
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Jul 17, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 13, 2025
Passed
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 13, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Passed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Establishment observed using electricity from building next door. No final inspection from Electrical Inspector received. Fire Department on site (Derek Fowler - Special Hazard Unit -Fire prevention) states that the current generator is not the correct one . He ordered establishment closed. Please provide all proper work adjustment and receive proper approval by the fire department (1010 Mass. Ave) and submit to Health Department before an Health Inspection is scheduled.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No sanitizing wiping cloths set up. Provide.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official Wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Hot holding unit- Sausage 113F Empanada 110F Rice ball 115F. Mantain all TCS food at 135F or above.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of several refrigerating units soiled. Clean proeprly.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 2, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Feb 1, 2024
Voluntarily closed
4 recorded violations
majorCode 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PFOther
Official Wording
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)
Inspector’s Notes
Establishment observed using electricity from building next door. No final inspection from Electrical Inspector received. Fire Department on site (Derek Fowler - Special Hazard Unit -Fire prevention) states that the current generator is not the correct one . He ordered establishment closed. Please provide all proper work adjustment and receive proper approval by the fire department (1010 Mass. Ave) and submit to Health Department before an Health Inspection is scheduled.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode 590.003/3-304.14-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
Inspector’s Notes
No sanitizing wiping cloths set up. Provide.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 590.003/3-501.16-P1Food temperature
Official Wording
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)
Inspector’s Notes
Hot holding unit- Sausage 113F Empanada 110F Rice ball 115F. Mantain all TCS food at 135F or above.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Exterior of several refrigerating units soiled. Clean proeprly.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Feb 1, 2024 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 5, 2023
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Household refrigeration unit observed on the trailer.Remove Replace with Commercial grade NSF unit. PIC instructed to send photo of new unit on the trailer along with spec sheet for review.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
Provide the address on both sides of the trailer. PIC instructed to send photos of both sides to the Health department for review
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Dec 5, 2023 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 22, 2023
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-501.11-CEquipment and utensils
Official Wording
Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Household refrigeration unit observed on the trailer.Remove Replace with Commercial grade NSF unit. PIC instructed to send photo of new unit on the trailer along with spec sheet for review.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode L1Other
Official Wording
No wording provided in the official record.
Inspector’s Notes
Provide the address on both sides of the trailer. PIC instructed to send photos of both sides to the Health department for review
In Plain English
A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.
More about inspection findingOfficial record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 22, 2023 · Original Source