Fuentes Market & Liquors
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Fuentes Market & Liquors 18 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That's lower than the typical Mission Hill restaurant, which scores around 82. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all missing / compromised ceiling tiles where needed [ especially where the liquor is sold ]
590.006/6-201.16-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Replace remaining missin g ceiling tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.17-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all broken equipment and all l;oose carboard and loose debris
590.006/6-501.114-C
Characteristics-single-service and single-use (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all soiled cardboard used to line shelviung in the grocery aisles
590.004/4-102.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire store from visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all old and compromised area rugs where needed
590.006/6-201.15-C
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Apr 9, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Remove all soiled cardboard from the shelving inside the refrigeration units - they are absorbant and retain soils - discontinue
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside all freezer / refrigeration units from visible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all soiled mops and brooms elevated off the floors after use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace missing / compromised ceiling tiles where needed
590.006/6-201.16-C
Wall and ceiling coverings and coatings (c)
Inspector notes: Replace all missing / compromised ceiling tiles where needed [ especially where the liquor is sold ]
590.006/6-201.16-C
Floor covering mats and duckboards (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all old and compromised area rugs where needed
590.006/6-201.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the store from all visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Trash bins are overloades with loose trash and debris - clean to remove all soils - keep the lids tightly fit after use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Characteristics-single-service and single-use (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all soiled cardboard used to line shelviung in the grocery aisles
590.004/4-102.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the entire store from visible soils
590.006/6-101.11-C
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Jul 30, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed missing tile in grocery aisle above bag of chips shelvings. Repair Observed holes in the wall around handsink behind the counter. Repair Observed large gap between the outside gate and the wall. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Old mice droppings observed on grocery shelvings . Clean to remove. PIC provided IPM report to inspector while on site.
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Jun 30, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main door observed without a door sweep/weater srip. Provide. Potential entryway for reodents/pests.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Old mice droppings observed on grocery shelvings . Clean to remove. PIC provided IPM report to inspector while on site.
590.006/6-501.111-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed missing tile in grocery aisle above bag of chips shelvings. Repair Observed holes in the wall around handsink behind the counter. Repair Observed large gap between the outside gate and the wall. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Floor throughout the establishment (under shelvings/ inside walkin/ storage area) observed in need of cleaning (loose debris food spills). Clean to remove
590.006/6-201.11-C
82
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged tiles throughout establishment. Remove all damaged tiles and replace with new ones
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed vertical gap at front door entrance and gap underneath exit door at back storage room. Immediately install door gaps on both doors to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
90
Feb 20, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Separation-storage and display stock and retail sale (p)
Inspector notes: Observed bleach and ammonia stored together on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to maintain chemicals properly stored seperately on retail shelves. PIC corrected on site
590.007/7-301.11-P
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed expired can goods stored on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to monitor all expiration dates on food products and ensure in compliance
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of rodent activity in chip aisle and back storage room. PIC provided pest report 2/3/25 with same indication. Discussed with PIC to inquire on frequent services to eliminate pest activity
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed vertical gap at front door entrance and gap underneath exit door at back storage room. Immediately install door gaps on both doors to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no lighting in back storage room with emergency exit. Contact licensed electrician for repairs
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged tiles throughout establishment. Remove all damaged tiles and replace with new ones
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled cardboard used for lining on chip racks. Remove and maintain a smooth clean and durable surface
590.004/4-602.13-C
58
May 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed yogurt stored @ 45F in open air display case. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed
590.003/3-501.16-P
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Observed dead mouse on snap trap in pet food aisle. Remove. PIC provided current pest report (5/20/24) Instructed to continue with bi-weekly services
590.006/6-501.112-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple damaged tiles throughout retail store. Repair / Replace tiles
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris underneath retail shelves. Clean to remove all can goods / debris
590.006/6-201.11-C
74
Jan 11, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled cardboard boxes used for shelving at chip display. Remove and maintain a smooth clean and durable surface.
590.004/4-202.16-C
95
Dec 29, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Observed expired baby food stored on detail shelving. Disscused with PIC to monitor expired food on shelvings. PIC corrected on site by removing the expired baby food.
590.003/3-101.11-P
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Yogurt observed expired on open air case and package of cold cuts. Discussed with PIC to monitor expiration dates on food products. PIC correct on site by removing all expired food mentinoned above.
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (c)
Inspector notes: Freezer unit observed with ice build up and milk spills. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.11-C
74
Sep 6, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Safe unadulterated and honestly presented (p)
Inspector notes: Observed expired (June 2023) baby food stored on retail shelves. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain safe and compliant baby food on retail shelves. Corrected on site
590.003/3-101.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed gnawed chips on chip display. Bi-weekly service reports provided.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills / ice build up inside ice cream chest. Clean to remove all spills / ice build up
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cracked and damaged tiles throughout establishment. Replace and ensure floors are smooth clean and durable
590.006/6-101.11-C
67
Feb 17, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed milk spilled and other food debris inside refrigerated units. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged sanitizer test strips. Provide
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed expired milk in the refrigerated unit. Remove and monitor expiration dates on all food products. PIC corrected on site
590.006/6-404.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed broken door window at freezer unit. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of empanadas stored on floor in walk in unit. Remove and store foods at least 6" off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
67
Nov 28, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rinse bay with heavy leak. Contact licensed plumber for repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Nov 21, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rinse bay with heavy leak. Contact licensed plumber for repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Nov 17, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple dented can goods on shelves. Remove and maintain can goods in good condition without dents at seals.
590.003/3-202.15-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rinse bay with heavy leak. Contact licensed plumber for repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills under bottom shelves in upright reach ins. Clean to remove all spills / soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
82
Nov 9, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Package integrity (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple dented can goods on shelves. Remove and maintain can goods in good condition without dents at seals.
590.003/3-202.15-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills under bottom shelves in upright reach ins. Clean to remove all spills / soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Jul 18, 2022
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled cardboard boxes used for shelving on chip rack. Remove all cardboard and maintain a smooth cleanable and durable surface
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Food thermometer not operating due to battery. Replace
590.004/4-302.12-PF
82
Jul 7, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pre-packaged sandwiches and yogurt @ 50F stored in open air unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC moved and stored in refrigerated unit @ 40F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Food thermometer not operating due to battery. Replace
590.004/4-302.12-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not monitoring expiration dates of food products or the required cold holding temperatures for time temperature control for safety food items such as pre-packaged sandwiches and yogurts. Discussed with PIC to review and retrain employees of food safety guidelines. Documents submitted via email
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged test strips for Quats sanitizer. Replace test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled cardboard boxes used for shelving on chip rack. Remove all cardboard and maintain a smooth cleanable and durable surface
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed yogurts expired May 2022. Discussed with PIC to remove and monitor expiration dates of food products. Corrected on site
590.006/6-404.11-PF
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Jun 27, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pre-packaged sandwiches and yogurt @ 50F stored in open air unit. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC moved and stored in refrigerated unit @ 40F. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not monitoring expiration dates of food products or the required cold holding temperatures for time temperature control for safety food items such as pre-packaged sandwiches and yogurts. Discussed with PIC to review and retrain employees of food safety guidelines. Documents submitted via email
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged test strips for Quats sanitizer. Replace test strips
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills inside frozen treat / ice cream chest. Clean to remove all soils Observed food spills inside reach in door of milk / juice case. Clean to remove all soils and spills Observed soiled cardboard boxes used for shelving on chip rack. Remove all cardboard and maintain a smooth cleanable and durable surface
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Segregation and location-distressed merchandise (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed yogurts expired May 2022. Discussed with PIC to remove and monitor expiration dates of food products. Corrected on site
590.006/6-404.11-PF
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fuentes Market & Liquors last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fuentes Market & Liquors on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fuentes Market & Liquors?
Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Fuentes Market & Liquors.
How does Fuentes Market & Liquors compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Fuentes Market & Liquors most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Fuentes Market & Liquors' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fuentes Market & Liquors have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fuentes Market & Liquors means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Fuentes Market & Liquors inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fuentes Market & Liquors is inspected around five times per year on average.
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