Chacarero

93 Arch St, Boston, MA 02110

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Chacarero seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 8, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Backflow prevention air gap (p)

Inspector notes: No air gap observed on prep sink. Provide or submit a quote from a plumber to request a variance.

590.005/5-202.13-P

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: Certified food manager certificate observed expired. Update.

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Light bulbs protective shielding (c)

Inspector notes: Light sheild missing in bakery area. Replace.

590.006/6-202.11-C

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide an up to date certification for the re-inspection.

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection. 10/24/24 - Exterminator has not been out for any services. Contact an exterminator ASAP to begin treatment for small fly activity in the kitchen

590.006/6-501.111-C

Oct 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Cooling (p)

Inspector notes: Sliced tomato's and deli cheese in the front service cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 48F. Tomatoes and cheese were sliced from earlier in the morning. Address and ensure all foods are properly cooled to below 41F prior to being placed out for service.

590.003/3-501.14-P

Controlling pests (c)

Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted in the main kitchen area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.

590.006/6-501.111-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Severla squeeze bottles filled with sauces and dressings have no labels. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide an up to date certification for the re-inspection.

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Aug 30, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation hood systems adequacy (c)

Inspector notes: Gas stove on table without exhaust hood or fire supression. Referred to Fire Inspector

590.004/4-301.14-C

Jan 11, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 16, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 3, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: In the back kitchen area keep all brooms and dust pans 6 inches off the floor.

590.006/6-501.114-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chacarero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chacarero on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chacarero?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chacarero.

How does Chacarero compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Chacarero most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.

Has Chacarero's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chacarero have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chacarero 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 Chacarero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chacarero is inspected around two times per year on average.

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