Mamacita
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Mamacita has 10 inspections in the public record. Mamacita was last inspected on Dec 11, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “controlling pests”, which has been cited four times.
Mamacita's latest score of 78 falls below the Boston average of 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing paper towels. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Observed Multiple squeeze bottles missing labels. Provide Observed Baked goods packaged without proper labels for ingredients. Provide at all times.
590.003/3-302.12-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Food soils observed inside multiple stand up refrigeration units. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Grease and dirt build up observed on the exterior of the ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
78
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed a bucket with stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leak under the 3 bay sink. Provide invoice At today's inspection the bucket was not under the 3 bay sink PIC stated plumber came in and repaired the leak. When I turned the middle faucet on and ran the water a small leak was still present. Also observed under the first bay was tape raped around the plumbing. Contact licensed plumber to repair the leaks and provide an invoice of completion.
590.005/5-205.15-P
86
Jun 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Guacamole- 50F- Ensure staff is not over filing the stainless steal containers. PIC removed and put into 2 seperate containers then back into the refrigeration unit to 40F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Observed a bucket with stagnant water under the 3 bay sink. Contact a licensed plumber to repair leak under the 3 bay sink. Provide invoice
590.005/5-205.15-P
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired in April 2025. Contact licensed hood company to update sticker. Hood and filter are clean on the outside.
590.006/6-501.14-C
70
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Queso Fresco Cheese 51 F Guacamole 47 F Pickled Onions 51 F All removed from service
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on can opener blade stem bracket Soils on interior of ice machine (lid)
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on exterior of large white rice bins
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Build up of grease on fryolators
590.004/4-602.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair ceiling - Ware washing/prep/storage
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on ceiling tiles in Food prep/ware washing/storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitized food contacts - Ware washing/storage
590.004/4-901.11-C
61
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Queso Fresco Cheese 51 F Guacamole 47 F Pickled Onions 51 F All removed from service
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on can opener blade stem bracket Soils on interior of ice machine (lid)
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Equipment and utensils air-drying required (c)
Inspector notes: Wet nesting clean and sanitized food contacts - Ware washing/storage
590.004/4-901.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on exterior of large white rice bins Built up soils on exterior of ice machine Built up soils on shelving throughtout prep/ware washing/storage areas
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Build up of grease on fryolators
590.004/4-602.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on walls attachments including pipes walls fan vented to the outside and shelving - Food prep/ice machine storage/storage and ware washing areas Built up soils on floor under and behind all equipment - Food prep/ice machine storage/storage and ware washing areas Built up soils on ceiling tiles in Food prep/ware washing/storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
64
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceilings walls floors and attachments expanding foam is not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Ceiling tiles in food prep areas are not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Walls and attachments not smooth durable easily cleanable - Back door in prep/pipes in prep/ware washing areas Missing floor tiles and floor is not smooth durable and easily cleanable
590.006/6-501.11-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Pots pans etc not inverted in ware washing/kitchen area Ice bucket lying on side on top of ice machine
590.004/4-903.11-C1
90
May 31, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils-frequency (p)
Inspector notes: Built up soils on can opener blade/stem/bracket Built up and encrusted soils on Hamilton Beach warmers and sheet pans
590.004/4-602.11-P
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand washing by food handlers and employees during inspection 3 hand sinks without drying device Hand sink for front cooking line is located in a different room that is divided by a curtain No hand soap at hand sink in ware washing area Food handler not changing single use gloves as required All employees must be properly trained in hand washing hand sinks must have proper supplies and be accessible at all times
590.002/2-301.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of flies in seating cooking/prep ware washing side room where hand sink is and in room where ice machine is located Provided extermination by a licensed exterminator and IPM report prior to reinspection date. Reports must identify pests and conditions of the findings in your establishment. The report must identify exact locations of all conditions and course of action to correct deficiencies. If your establishment is without deficiencies reports must indicate such. The following procedures must be provided by your Licensed Pest Control Operator (Exterminator): • Inspection of premises • Identification of pests pest damage and/or potential for pest infestation • Determination of the extent of the pest problem • Appropriate treatment • Action plan for correction including follow up I provided what an IPM is via email during inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No quat test kit for sanitizer at 3 bay sink
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No written procedure and kit for responding to vomiting and diarrheal incidents Information provided and discussed with PIC
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple priority/priority foundation/core violations cited on inspection. All employees must be properly trained in food safety and sanitation as it relates to their assigned duties per code by the certified food protection/allergen awaness manager At the time of my arrival there was food on counter for pick up timed stamp states 12:09PM - The owner/operator must submit Standard Operating Procedures for all foods that are ordered and not picked up in a timely manner
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Tape on exterior and interior of door of Ice Machine
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No food thermometer - Provide thermometer with suitable probe thermometer
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceilings walls floors and attachments expanding foam is not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Ceiling tiles in food prep areas are not smooth durable easily cleanable and non absorbant Ceiling tiles in disrepair in prep/kitchen/storage and hand sink room Tape on ceiling and walls throughout kitchen/prep /ware washing Walls and attachments not smooth durable easily cleanable - Back door in prep/pipes in prep/ware washing areas Using wood under food prep sink on floor Missing floor tiles and floor is not smooth durable and easily cleanable No air gap on food prep sink Floor mats are in disrepair - Prep/kichen/ware washing Floor tiles broken in walk in unit Gap between floor and door of rear egress to outside Gaps in hood filter/portable A/C vented through hood vent Rust on bottom shelves of prep tables and table under flame grill Wall in behind breaker boxes not smooth durable and easily cleanable - Food prep/ware washing area
590.006/6-501.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints
590.002/2-402.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop on top of ice machine
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution per code Cloth are stored wet and on food contacts and counter tops
590.003/3-304.14-C
Condiments protection (c)
Inspector notes: Using disposable bowls to scoop condiments - Provided scoop with handles for all condiments
590.003/3-306.12-C
Storing maintenance tools (c)
Inspector notes: Mops broom mop bucket etc not properly stored in food prep/ware washing areas
590.006/6-501.113-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy built up of soils on floor and attachments throughout Kitchen/prep/ ware washing/storage areas Heavy built up of soils on walls and attachments throughout Kitchen/prep/ ware washing/storage areas Heavy built up of soils on ceiling and attachments throughout Kitchen/prep/ ware washing/storage areas
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all unused unnecessary broken equipment bike person items from kitchen/prep/ware washing etc.
590.005/5-501.115-C
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Pots pans etc not inverted in ware washing/kitchen area Ice bucket lying on side on top of ice machine
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Cooking and baking equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Heavy built up of soils on all cooking equipment - Grills ovens fryolators
590.004/4-602.12-C
25
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of roach activity observed in several locations.(dead insects). Provide a full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the storage shelving units to remove soils & debis Clean the cook line equipment to remove soils/debris
590.004/4-601.11-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Staff observed missing hair restraints.Provide
590.002/2-402.11-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace all soiled glue traps
590.006/6-501.112-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout to remove soils & food debris.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: A personal beverage was observed stored in the ice machine unopened.Discontinue Provide a designated location for storage PIC removed ice machine to be cleaned.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired on 5.9.23.Provide a proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker PIC states that an appt is on 10.25.23
590.006/6-501.14-C
67
Mar 6, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer reading above 200PPM.Discontinue using. Provide proper chlorine sanitizer solution 50 -100 PPM for food contact surfaces PIC correcting
590.007/7-204.11-P
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Upon inspection There was no sanitizer set up in the kitchen.Provide proper sanitizer solution in all work/prep locations. PIC correcting
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent droppings observed in the kitchen & dish location.Provide full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handwash station observed blocked by a large table.Discontinue. Maintain hanwash location accessible at all times. PIC correcting
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Provide Quats & Chlorine test kits. (Test were done using the inspectors test kits)
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior walk in floor under the shelving units to remove food debris. Clean the floor behind the cookline charbroiler to remove debris/soils.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Removing dead or trapped birds insects rodents and other pest (c)
Inspector notes: Remove/replace soiled glue traps behind the coca cola cooler at front counter.
590.006/6-501.112-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the walls behind the three bay sink to remove a mold like substance. Clean the interior walk in shelving units to remove soils.
590.004/4-601.11-C
50
Jun 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity observed behind the single door coca cola units.Provide full pest report upon re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Provide labels on all bulk food storage containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired on 5.14.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed company.Post new sticker
590.006/6-501.14-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floor behing the upright coca cola units to remove rodent droppings.
590.006/6-501.13-C
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mamacita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mamacita on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mamacita?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mamacita.
How does Mamacita compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Mamacita most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Mamacita's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mamacita have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mamacita 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 Mamacita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mamacita is inspected around three times per year on average.
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