El Mondonguito

219 Dudley St, Roxbury, MA 02119

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at El Mondonguito, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Restaurants in Roxbury average 83, so El Mondonguito is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 4, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease spills on pipes inside fryolator causing spillage on floor. Thoroughly clean and maintain to prevent pest activity.

590.004/4-601.11-C

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)

Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs and produce stored together in upright refrigerated unit. Discussed with PIC to ensure all raw and ready to eat foods are properly stored seperately. COS

590.003/3-302.11-P

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: Observed Certified Food Protection manager certificate expired. Instructed PIC to submit confirmation of registration for course to the Health Division immediately. List provided via email

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

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

Inspector notes: Observed bulk containers without labels of identification. Label all bulk containers with the common name of food items stored inside.

590.003/3-302.12-C

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in stagnant water at steam table. Remove and maintain clean and sanitized utensils on clean surface.

590.003/3-304.12-C

Sponges use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Observed sponges used at warewashing bay. Discontinue the use of sponges

590.004/4-101.16-C

May 2, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 1, 2023

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed pot lid stored in hand sink. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain hand sink clear and accessible. Corrected on site

590.005/5-205.11-PF

Controlling pests (pf)

Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings at front counter. Last pest report reviewed (October 2023) with indication of same findings. Inquire on bi-weekly services until resolved

590.006/6-501.111-PF

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

Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine. Clean to remove all mold-like substances / soils

590.004/4-601.11-PF

In-use utensils between-use storage (c)

Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils stored in stagnant water at the cooking range. Discontinue and follow in-use utensil procedures. Corrected on site

590.003/3-304.12-C

Aug 18, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine. Clean to remove all soils / mold-like substances.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Feb 22, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance inside ice machine and heavy ice build up in under counter refrigerated unit. Clean to remove all soils / ice build up.

590.004/4-601.11-PF

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Provide plumbing report to acknowledge prep sink has indirect waste pipe to prevent back up.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Drain boards (c)

Inspector notes: Provide proper drainboards for newly installed 3 bay sink.

590.004/4-301.13-C

Thawing (c)

Inspector notes: Observed meat thawing in stagnant water in 3 bay sink. Thaw foods properly under cool running water or in refrigerated units.

590.003/3-501.13-C

Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)

Inspector notes: Observe handsink stored on next to sanitize sink on 3 bay. Provide a splash guard to prevent contamination of soiled equipment.

590.003/3-307.11-C

Nov 4, 2022

Routine

1 major violation.

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

Inspector notes: Observed mold-like substance in ice machine. Clean to remove all soils

590.004/4-601.11-PF

Jun 21, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Observed hood sticker expired May 2022. PIC stated hood cleaning is scheduled - Friday June 24th. Instructed PIC to submit confirmation of updated sticker to the Health department.

590.006/6-501.14-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Mondonguito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Mondonguito on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Mondonguito?

Across the inspection record, “equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Mondonguito.

How does El Mondonguito compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?

El Mondonguito most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Roxbury average of 83.

Has El Mondonguito's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Mondonguito have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Mondonguito 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 Mondonguito inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Mondonguito is inspected around three times per year on average.

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