Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2022, Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar has 19 inspections in the public record. On Apr 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “outer openings protected” has been the most frequent reason, cited 12 times.
That's lower than the typical Boston restaurant, which scores around 86. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
19
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items stored inside walk in cooler and salad unit between 48F-55F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knives @ salad station; observed heavy grease spills along cooking grill station and pull out drawers. Thoroughly clean with frequency and maintain clean
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers and squeeze bottles stored unidentified. Label all bottles and bulk containers with the common name of food items stored inside
590.003/3-302.12-C
74
Oct 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed several products on the cookline recorded 45F stored 1.5HRS ago.Repair the equipment to maintain 41F or below/Product moved to the walkin refrigerator
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door has a wide opening.Provide a door sweep to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
82
Oct 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed several products on the cookline recorded 50F stored 1.5HRS ago.Repair the equipment to maintain 41F or below/Product moved to the walkin refrigerator
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink converted into a dump sink at the main bar.Provide
590.005/5-202.12-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in the hand sink.Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Repair the door to the dish machine.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Front door has a wide opening.Provide a door sweep to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
64
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed squeeze bottles on the cookline without proper labels. Provide at all times.
590.003/3-302.12-C
95
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 19, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 21, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Handicap access elevator is in disrepair. Make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Dec 11, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Handicap access elevator is in disrepair. Make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several dumpsters are missing doors. Repair. Ensure all dumpsters have covers.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Decking behind bar is constructed of wooden decking that appears to be unsealed with gaps with visible soils. Install smooth durable cleanable non porous flooring at patio bar area.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: holes in walls in receiving area hole in liquor shelving at outside bar hole in patio decking near post closest to harbor walk unsealed drain pipe opening in wall behind outside bar openings around utilities behind dish area Hole in ceiling near entrance to elevator.Several open repair items as listed on IPM pest control report dated 11/30/23. from EcoLab on site. Plywood board covering out of order elevator doorway is loose at bottom with gap. Seal all openings noted on recent pest report with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
82
Nov 27, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Separation-storage (p)
Inspector notes: Opened uncovered out of use containers of dish machine chemicals behind outside bar area closed for the season. Remove. COS.
590.007/7-201.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Repeat violations relating to pest activty. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing sinks installation (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water faucet loose and inoperable. Repair.
590.005/5-202.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Outside bar area with dried fruit food debri inside unit. Wash/rinse/sanitize/air dry. COS.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity with what appears to be rat droppings under shelving in liquor room on baseboard behind booths seats on floor under dumpsters in trash room. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection. Correct all open conditions on pest report from EcoLab dated 11/17/23 found on site.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Handicap access elevator is in disrepair. Make all necessary repairs.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Food debris and soils found behind outside bar back counter behind cookline where baseboard is in disrepair and as noted on recent pest report standing water on floor at inside bar tequila bar has soils between and behind equipment. Clean to remove. Clean all organic materials from under around and behind equipment and as noted on most recent pest report dated 11/17/23 from ecolab.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Out of use slush machine stored in mechanical area in back area near employee lockers. Remove.
590.004/4-903.12-C1
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Rodent Droppings on floor in trash room. Clean and disinfect.
590.005/5-501.115-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Several dumpsters are missing doors dumpster outside the building with missing door and food debir inside attracting pests. Repair. Ensure all dumpsters have covers.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Decking behind bar is constructed of wooden decking that appears to be unsealed with gaps with visible soils. Install smooth durable cleanable non porous flooring at patio bar area.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Planters outside with disturbed soil hole in ceiling near rafters above booth seats holes in cinder block wall in receiving area hole in liquor shelving at outside bar hole in patio decking near post closest to harbor walk unsealed drain pipe opening in wall behind outside bar openings around utilities behind dish area. Hole in drywall outside rear door to kitchen Hole in ceiling near entrance to elevator.Several open repair items as listed on IPM pest control report dated 11/17/23 from EcoLab on site. Plywood board covering out of order elevator doorway is loose at bottom with gap. Seal all openings with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: What appears to be a dead cockroach on floor near tortilla making area. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated pest report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.112-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Dumpster in outside area with food debri. Clean to remove.
590.005/5-501.116-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Pieces of wire piping and electrical boxes strewn behing outside bar on floor. Remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
35
Aug 25, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity with what appears to be rat droppings behind booths in dining area and next to speaker behind booth. Droppings on landing next of outdoor patio. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Provide update IPM pest control report upon reinspection. ISD Environmental Asst. Commissioner Ulrich recommends mass trapping on overnights to knock down population. Will conduct one additional Co2 treatment of burrows on adjacent property near patio.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jul 17, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Insect control devices design and installation (c)
Inspector notes: No bug light at back door with fruit flies entering kitchen off trash area. Install. One on order per owner on site. COS
590.006/6-202.13-C
95
Jun 9, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Exposed Rondentcide inside speaker wall opening off bar.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: TSOP per Assistant Commissioner Prendergast and Director McAdams by phone due to repeat priroity pest violations that has been the source of multiple consituent complaints. Request hearing in writing and send to isdhealth@boston.gov. Emailed the PIC hearing request form.
590.014/SummaryS-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live rat sighting in employee personal belonging storage area off loading dock. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Fruit flies evident at both bars. Provide treatments
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Repeat pest violations. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Beer draft system drains onto floor in service bar properly plumb. No dump sink at service bar. Install. Handicap restroom off bar is in disrepair. Make all necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Employee posssesions strewn in back area off loading dock with conditions of harborage with live rat sighting. Remove and store properly secured in lockers
590.006/6-305.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Hole visible in mortar wall in liquor room with droppings present. Several holes noted on recent IPM reports from eco lab presented at the time of inspection. Planter in outside bar area with burrows. Remove. Door to outside door area propped open loading dock door propped wide open. Seal all openings noted. Maintain all doors closed at all times.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Standing water food debris visible soils under equipment at both bars and as noted on pest reports. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
50
Jun 8, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Uspension of permit / emergency closure without a prior hearing (p)
Inspector notes: TSOP per Assistant Commissioner Prendergast and Director McAdams by phone due to repeat priroity pest violations that has been the source of multiple consituent complaints. Request hearing in writing and send to isdhealth@boston.gov. Emailed the PIC hearing request form.
590.014/SummaryS-P
Rodent bait stations (p)
Inspector notes: Exposed Rondentcide inside speaker wall opening off bar.
590.007/7-206.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Live rat sighting in employee personal belonging storage area off loading dock. Provide updated IPM pest report upon reinspection. Clean and disinfect all affected areas. Fruit flies evident at both bars. Provide treatments
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Repeat pest violations. Provide active managerial control.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Beer draft system drains onto floor in service bar properly plumb. No dump sink at service bar. Install. Handicap restroom off bar is in disrepair. Make all necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Standing water food debris visible soils under equipment at both bars and as noted on pest reports. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Hole visible in mortar wall in liquor room with droppings present. Several holes noted on recent IPM reports from eco lab presented at the time of inspection. Planter in outside bar area with burrows. Remove. Door to outside door area propped open loading dock door propped wide open. Seal all openings noted. Maintain all doors closed at all times.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Employee posssesions strewn in back area off loading dock with conditions of harborage with live rat sighting. Remove and store properly secured in lockers
590.006/6-305.11-C
50
Jun 2, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Droppings in trash area flies visible in trash area. Increase pest visits as necessary. Clean and disinfect all affected areas.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple voids noted on pest report by eco lab dated 5/9/23 & 5/10/23. Seal all openings with pest proof materials. Establsihment in process of sealing openings in trash area and in restaurant ongoing. Dumpster riser plate has been sealed on bottom with access panel for treatments.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Doors propped open to kitchen and bar area. Maintain closed. COS.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Overflowing open dumpster in trash area. Maintain secure and closed. Increase pickups as necessary.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and disinfect trash room floors where soils and droppings apparent.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Dry foods goods (sugar) stored in trash area. REMOVE.
590.003/3-305.12-C
70
May 26, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Droppings in trash area flies visible in trash area. Increase pest visits as necessary. Clean and disinfect all affected areas.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple voids noted on pest report by eco lab dated 5/9/23 & 5/10/23. Seal all openings with pest proof materials. Establsihment in process of sealing openings in trash area and in restaurant ongoing. Dumpster riser plate has been sealed on bottom with access panel for treatments.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Dry foods goods (sugar) stored in trash area. REMOVE.
590.003/3-305.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and disinfect trash room floors where soils and droppings apparent.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Overflowing open dumpster in trash area. Maintain secure and closed. Increase pickups as necessary.
590.005/5-501.113-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Repair damages walls around sinks in employee restrooms.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Doors propped open to kitchen and bar area. Maintain closed. COS.
590.006/6-202.15-C
67
May 10, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Food workers not washing hands with the proper frequency. Retrain staff.
590.002/2-301.12-P
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer is empty at low temp dish machine outside bar. COS.
590.004/4-501.114-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean citrus juicer of visible soils.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at outside bar obstructed with a strainer. Handsink near citrus juicer obstructed with a backpack several containers. COS.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Online menu missing consumer advisory for fried eggs on brunch menu and ceviche on dinner menu. Provide.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity with what appears to be rat droppings near loading dock and in dining room behind booths. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(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
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Single use articles stored in mechanical areas in loading dock under open celings and unprotected with evidence of rodent activity. Remove.
590.004/4-903.12-C
Prohibitions (c)
Inspector notes: Cambro containers and other food contact equipment stored in loading dock area on floor in unprotected areas with evidence of rodent activity. Remove. Store in protected areas.
590.004/4-903.12-C1
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Store wiping cloths in sanitizer.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Repair damages walls around sinks in employee restrooms.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Install cleanable floors walls and ceilings in indoor loading dock area if being used for storage of Food linens utensils or single use articles.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple voids noted on pest report by eco lab dated 5/9/23 & 5/10/23. Seal all openings with pest proof materials.
590.006/6-202.15-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Label white stacked food storage containers in walkin cooler.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors at outside bar under around and behind equipment of visible soils and debris.
590.004/4-602.13-C
30
Aug 22, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Pico is 50F. Product made one hour prior removed from service and cooled.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: No presence of chlorine sanitizer in glass washer in kitchen.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide paper towels at citrus handsink
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Several fruit flies in mens room and bar areas. Provide updated IPM pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Consumer advisory statement is incorrect verbeage and font size too small. Handout provided. Provide font size 11 or above.
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hansink next to citrus juicer is obstructed. COS.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Table top frialator in use at salad station with no hood. Remove.
590.006/6-304.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provide sign at citrus handsink
590.006/6-301.14-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Seal hole in wall in loading dock area opposite container storage fence with pest proof materials. Follow recommendations on most recent pest report dated 8.8.22 for sealing of outer openings observed with pest proof materials including gap in front door.
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar?
Across the inspection record, “outer openings protected” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar.
How does Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar 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 Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lolita Cocina & Tequila Bar is inspected around five times per year on average.
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