Anna's Taqueria
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Anna's Taqueria 13 times, with records going back to 2022. On Mar 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
13
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood expired Jan 2026. Contact hood company to inspect and update hood sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Feb 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Backflow prevention (p)
Inspector notes: No air gap under the prep sink in the basement. Provide air gap. Contact licensed plumber pull proper permit at 1010 Mass ave plumbing inspector needs to sign off on the permit before health can sign off.
590.005/5-402.11-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled hand sink next to the 3 bay sink. Clean and sanitize sink to remove soil.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: A strong smell is coming from the floor drain in the womens staff bathroom. Clean drains to remove smell.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed scored and worn cutting boards. Resurface/Replace.
590.004/4-501.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood expired Jan 2026. Contact hood company to inspect and update hood sticker.
590.006/6-501.14-C
67
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings on floor near soda syrup dry storage room under sealed staircase COS.. . Provide updated pest control report upon reinspection. Corrected all outstanding instructions listed on pest report from PEST-END dated 12.23.25 report also states 5 catches in kitchen. Address.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Dec 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings on shelving in basement dry storage room under sealed staircase. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated pest control report upon reinspection. Corrected all outstanding instructions listed on pest report from PEST-END dated 11.19.25.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Seal holes in basement storage walls to prevent pest entry. Ensure treatments are occuring above drop ceiling in basement prep room. Consult pest control company.
590.006/6-202.15-C
86
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date. Scheduled for 10/22
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Oct 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Vegetables for vegetable burrito holding at 115F. PIC stated cooked in less than 2 hours. Reheated to 168F. Maintain hot foods at 135F or above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Wash bay of upstairs 3 compartment sink leaks. Repair as necessary.
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Jun 6, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Handicap Elevator is out of order. Repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Other liquid wastes and rainwater (c)
Inspector notes: Condensation line from portable AC unit leading into wash compartment of three bay sink. Properly plumb into indirect waste drain.
590.005/5-403.12-C
90
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods (p)
Inspector notes: Establishment is cooking El Pastor (pork) on a vertical broiler shaving cooked product off. Remainder of raw meat cone is removed from cooker after lunch service and placed in walkin cooler it is then returned to vertical broiler for dinner service. Discontinue. Vertical cooking of meat on vertical Rotisserie is not a process that is viable for a non continous cooking of animal foods procedure. Emailed guidance for vertical Rotisserie cooking of raw animal foods.
590.003/3-401.14-P
86
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Soils on interior of ice machine - Basement
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Soils on floor through trash room
590.006/6-201.11-C
86
Apr 4, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of mouse activity observed in the lower storage room.Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection. Clean/sanitize affected locations
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the burnt out light bulb above the cook line.
590.006/6-303.11-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings observed in the lower storage room.Clean the floor & dunnage racks to remove any evidence of droppings
590.006/6-501.13-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Floor observed damaged at the sid wall & in front of the walk in unit.RepairMaitain smooth/durable/cleanable
590.006/6-101.11-C
78
Jan 25, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Single-service and single-use articles-use limitations (c)
Inspector notes: Remove soiled cardboard from dunnage rack.
590.004/4-502.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the wall next to the 3 bay sink to remove soils.
590.006/6-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the missing side panel cover from the ice machine.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interiors of the light shield to remove evidence of insects.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing light shield above ice machine.
590.006/6-202.11-C
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Anna's Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Anna's Taqueria on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Anna's Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Anna's Taqueria.
How does Anna's Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Anna's Taqueria most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.
Has Anna's Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Anna's Taqueria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Anna's Taqueria means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Anna's Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Anna's Taqueria is inspected around four times per year on average.
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