Con Sabor a Columbia

244 Meridian St, East Boston, MA 02128
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Con Sabor a Columbia five times, with records going back to 2023. On Dec 30, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about four violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “controlling pests” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for East Boston sits at 91, putting Con Sabor a Columbia on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed beans placed in ambient temperature (110F). PIC stated had been there for 1 hour and placed them for immidiate re-heating at 165F. Mantain at 135F or above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot holding box without interior thermometer. Provide.
590.004/4-204.112-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soup (200F) placed for cooling with a fan in front. Discontinue use proper cooling methods (ice bath/ice wand).
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several prepared food products without date marking. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths observed wet on counter. Store properly in sanitizer solution
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed sponges in use at warewashing area. Discontinue use.
590.004/4-101.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic cups used to dispense bulk food items. Use handled utensils/scoops only.
590.003/3-304.12-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Some clean trays and a cutting board stored on the floor against the wall. Store properly elevated and separated.
590.004/4-903.11-C1
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Nov 21, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 5, 2023
Routine
12 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large rodent droppings noted throughout basement floors and shelving / Remove and contact pest control. Maintain daily floor maintainence
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand sink in room used for food prep / Provide *all food prep has been moved to kitchen until installation is complete*
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kits for the sanitizer used in the 3 bay and sanitizer buckets
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Menus are missing a consumer advisory for eggs / Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is operating without a valid health permit / Please visit 1010 Mass Ave 4th floor to begin the application process
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a vomit/diarrhea clean up kit
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is operating without a valid health permit / Please visit 1010 Mass Ave 4th floor to begin the application process
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand sink in room used for food prep / Provide *all food prep has been moved to kitchen until installation is complete*
590.005/5-203.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide chlorine test kits for the sanitizer used in the 3 bay and sanitizer buckets
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Menus are missing a consumer advisory for eggs / Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide a vomit/diarrhea clean up kit
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Large rodent droppings noted throughout basement floors and shelving / Remove and contact pest control. Maintain daily floor maintainence
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Broken/unused equipment in basement appears to be from previous owner / Remove all equipment and utensils from basement / Maintain free from unnecessary (broken and unused equipment) Remove couch with tears and rips
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Broken/unused equipment in basement appears to be from previous owner / Remove all equipment and utensils from basement / Maintain free from unnecessary (broken and unused equipment) Remove couch with tears and rips
590.006/6-501.114-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Fully enclose mop sink
590.003/3-305.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Fully enclose mop sink
590.003/3-305.11-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Con Sabor a Columbia last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Con Sabor a Columbia on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Con Sabor a Columbia?

Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Con Sabor a Columbia.

How does Con Sabor a Columbia compare to other restaurants in East Boston?

Con Sabor a Columbia most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the East Boston average of 91.

Has Con Sabor a Columbia's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Con Sabor a Columbia have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Con Sabor a Columbia 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 Con Sabor a Columbia inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Con Sabor a Columbia is inspected around two times per year on average.