Eating & Drinking w/ Take Out · Boston, MA

Taqueria El Mexicano

382 Chelsea St

Last inspected Oct 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Taqueria El Mexicano last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 3 inspections on record, from Jul 31, 2026 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has Taqueria El Mexicano ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 31, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Inspection

Oct 22, 2026

Passed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Portion cup observed stored inside Beans and rice bulk bin. Discontinue provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands ( corrected on site by PIC)

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 issues

minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Both yellow hood stickers obseved expired July 2026. Per PIC The hood cleaning appointment is scheduled for this wednesday / Provide updated stickers

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection

Oct 19, 2026

Failed

2 recorded violations

minorCode 590.003/3-304.12-CEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Portion cup observed stored inside Beans and rice bulk bin. Discontinue provide scoop with handle to prevent contamination by hands ( corrected on site by PIC)

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 issues

minorCode 590.006/6-501.14-CCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector’s Notes

Both yellow hood stickers obseved expired July 2026. Per PIC The hood cleaning appointment is scheduled for this wednesday / Provide updated stickers

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 problems

Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source

Inspection