El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern

269 Huntington Av, Boston, MA 02115

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Boston restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 5, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 9 violations

(a) gloves use limitation (p)

Inspector notes: Observed food handlers multi tasking touching multiple touch points leaving and returning to prep wearing same disposable gloves

590.003/3-304.15-P

Separation-storage (p)

Inspector notes: Hand soap dispenser is located over food prep sink - Side prep

590.007/7-201.11-P

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

Inspector notes: Residue on handles of scoops tongs etc. from improper glove use Old label residue on food containers in storage and ware washing

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)

Inspector notes: Remove all unused and unnecessary articles from premises at rear interior of establishment

590.006/6-501.114-C

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Plugs not holding in water at 3 bay sink (provide adequate plugs for each bay)

590.004/4-501.11-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Rust on wire shelving along wall in prep/warewashing area Remove all bungee cords from holding food contacts as these are not food grade smooth non-porous and easily cleanable Low hot water pressure at 3 bay sink

590.006/6-501.11-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Built up soils on floors under and behind equipment soils on walls and attachments - Prep/kitchen/cooking line and ware washing

590.006/6-201.11-C

Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)

Inspector notes: Not allowing for proper air-drying - Food contact containers are stacked wet on drain board and storage shelving

590.004/4-901.11-C

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution Observed employees filling sanitizing bucket at 3 bay sink (sanitizer was 0 PPM) - corrected on site by PIC

590.003/3-304.14-C

Jun 27, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 17, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)

Inspector notes: Seal plywood support under juice machine with cleanable materials.

590.006/6-101.11-C

Jun 14, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Rust on can opener step and bracket

590.004/4-501.11-C

Nov 21, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)

Inspector notes: Clean to remove excess water under the 3 bay sink. Maintain the floor clean/dry

590.006/6-501.13-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: 3 bay sink observed leaking.Repair Manager on site stating a plumber is addressing the issue

590.005/5-205.15-C

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Employee missing a hair restraint.Provide

590.002/2-402.11-C

Aug 23, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Replace the damaged cover at the bulk storage bin with rice

590.006/6-501.11-C

May 17, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the exterior of the bulk rice bin to remove soils.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Clean the floor under/around the prep tables to remove excess water buildup. Maintain floor clean & dry.

590.006/6-501.12-C

Sep 20, 2022

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Provide a label on the bulk rice storage bin.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Single-service and single-use articles-use limitations (c)

Inspector notes: Remove foil from grease trap cover.

590.004/4-502.13-C

Jul 7, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern.

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

El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

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

No. Recent inspections at El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern 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 El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Jefe's Taqueria of Northeastern is inspected around three times per year on average.

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