El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common

139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common, the earliest from 2025. The most recent report on file is from May 1, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “covering receptacles” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Boston restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: The handwash sink is not operating.Provide repairs to maintain hot/cold running water
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several uncovered trash receptacles in dining area. Provide covered pest proof trash containers.
590.005/5-501.113-C
95
Jun 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Staff not washing hands upon arrival due to portable handsink not in working order. Corrected on site.
590.002/2-301.12-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations cited. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink was not plugged in upon arrival when tested not reaching 100F. Make all necessary repairs. Ensure the unit is fully operational during all hours of operation.
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several uncovered trash receptacles in dining area. Provide covered pest proof trash containers.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Visible gaps under shipping container style establisment. Consult pest control company seal with pest proof materials to avoid potential harborage.
590.006/6-202.15-C
64
May 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common?

Across the inspection record, “covering receptacles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common.

How does El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common compare to other restaurants in Boston?

El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Boston average of 86.

Has El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Jefe's Taqueria of Boston Common means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.