Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant

1301 Blue Hill Av, Mattapan, MA 02126

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 22, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Mattapan restaurant scene, where the average is 84, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Oct 14 2025.Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Appointment scheduled for Wed 1/28

590.006/6-501.14-C

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Raw chicken observed being thawed in stagnant water. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.( Corrected on site)

590.003/3-501.13-C

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)

Inspector notes: Oil in the fryer very dark and murky. Address and ensure oil is being cleaned on a more frequent basis. Grease build up observed on the inside of the fryer. Address and clean to remove.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Food storage prohibited areas (c)

Inspector notes: Box of plantaines observed being stored on the ground under the preparation table. Discontinue and store all foods elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.

590.003/3-305.12-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide proper sanitizing buckets/solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Plastic container of frozen beef observed being thawed at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place. Violation was addressed at the time of the inspection.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted where bananas/plantaines are being stored. Address and provide up up to date pest control report refelcting the treatment of fruit flies.

590.006/6-501.111-PF

Light bulbs protective shielding (c)

Inspector notes: Light out above stove top with no protective shield. Provide.

590.006/6-202.11-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Hood and Ventilation tags with a past expiration date from Nov. 2024. Address and provide up to date tags for the re-inspection. Tags were possibly not marked properly (as stated by ownership).

590.006/6-201.11-C

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Raw chicken and seafood observed being thawed in stagnant water. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Oct 28, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Mattapan?

Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Mattapan average of 84.

Has Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Mountain Jamaican Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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